ARIA AMAZON
The World´s most biodiverse rainforest
The 16-suite Aria Amazon is a timeless, elegant explorer vessel, custom-built for bespoke comfort and luxury. This boutique expedition ship features spacious design suites with panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows that frame breathtaking views of the Amazon’s majestic river and rainforest. After exhilarating guided jungle excursions, guests can unwind in the outdoor jacuzzi with handcrafted cocktails, soaking in the calm, untouched and pristine river panoramas. The river ship also features indoor and outdoor lounges, a massage room, and an observation deck overlooking the vast Amazonian landscape.
Begin the day with a tranquil, guided birdwatching excursion along the Marañon River, as the forest awakens with birdsong and golden light.
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Different by Design
Guests savor the finest Peruvian cuisine aboard through a thoughtfully curated dining menu crafted by renowned chef Pedro Miguel Schiaffino—one of Peru’s most acclaimed culinary minds and a pioneer of rainforest-to-table gastronomy.
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Aboard Aria Amazon, experience bespoke luxury and immersive discovery in the world’s most biodiverse rainforest—elegantly designed for quiet wonder and connection.
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Excursion delights
Twice-daily small-group excursions led by expert naturalist guides ensure immersive adventures and extraordinary wildlife encounters in the world’s largest rainforest. Sailing aboard Aria Amazon is a voyage of serene luxury, soulful connection, and authentic discovery.
Float in the secluded, serene waters of Lake Clavero—a peaceful Amazonian haven where nature embraces you completely.
Immerse in Amazonian culture with intimate village visits, guided by native expert naturalists who offer rare, personal insights into life in the rainforest.
Glide in traditional dugout canoes or kayaks through glassy jungle lagoons, soaking in the quiet beauty and timeless rhythms of riverside village life.
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FRANCESCO GALLI ZUGARO
Leveraging his expertise in international tourism and experience in the world-renowned cruise destination of Galapagos Islands, Francesco Galli Zugaro launched Aqua Expeditions in 2007 in Peru as the pioneer luxury small ship river cruise operator in South America with global ambitions.
As CEO, Galli Zugaro has personally supervised every Aqua Expeditions vessel launch, completely changing the landscape of luxury expedition cruising around the world.
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HAPPY KEY TO THE WORLD
passport to happiness
For well over 15 years now (since 2007), we have set sail for one of the most exciting travel adventure: Atelier Voyage. Our goal has always been to create inspiring moments for your perfect journey, encompassing the best accommodations but also all your gastronomic and cultural needs, wherever your heart may take you.
Indeed, our deep love & knowledge of the world’s varied destinations can direct you to the right places while meeting your most demanding expectations. This is reaffirmed with the recognition of more than twenty five (25) official Preferred Hotel Partners, not to mention private Villas, Yachts and unique Cruises around the globe.
With a dedicated team, we expand and continue to express our passion for the essence of travel, for Culture, Art History & Humanity as a whole.
We hope to pass this passion on to you through our personalized itineraries designed for your eyes only… We invite you to experience the tailor-made agency that is Atelier Voyage, your passport to happiness.
Gabriel & Gerhard
Atelier Voyage Founders
