The M/V Delfin II,
launched in March 2009, has a total of fourteen suites, including
ten large guest suites, four of which are interconnecting to accommodate
families, and four master suites with king beds and 180-degree panoramic
windows.
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The M/V Delfin II is a three-deck,
steel-hulled, river boat built in 2009. Due to her very shallow
draft (8.25 feet), she provides travelers with a comfortable,
yet adventurous, way to visit the remote tributaries of the
upper Amazon. Small motor launches take passengers on excursions
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The master suites measure 233 square
feet, and the suites measure 200 square feet. Six suites have twin
beds that can be converted into king beds, and four suites have
king beds. All of the suites provide the comfort of world-class
accommodations, yet maintain the spirit of casual and refined elegance.
Triple rooms are not available for three adults. Rollaway beds can
be provided for children under 12 years of age. Children must be
at least seven years of age.
The dining room on the upper deck has
a total of four highly trained chefs to assure that all menu items
are individually prepared. The observation deck, bar, entertainment
center, library and special hammock sun deck are perfect gathering
places for guests to share the thrill and adventure of an Amazon
cruise.
The vessel features artwork by Peru's
leading contemporary artists, many of them indigenous, and guests
may purchase any work of art that strikes their fancy, and the staff
will ship it to their home for them. The boutique also features
art and crafts from local, indigenous people, and purchasing their
crafts helps to support them and the concept of sustainable eco-tourism.
NOTE: The weather in Iquitos is warm and humid with average high temperatures
of 95°F and lowest temperatures of 70°F.
The dry season is from May to November.
The wet season is from December to April.
The seasons feature particular differences in the plant and animal
life as well as in the climate. All activities are subject to change
due to weather conditions and time of year. River and tributary
levels may vary and thus navigation times and excursions may need
to be modified at the captain's discretion.
Bring comfortable, soft-soled shoes, light
weight pants and long-sleeved tops, hat, sun glasses, lightweight
rain gear, sunscreen, mosquito repellant, BINOCULARS, camera and
spare batteries. Don't forget to include some items that you can
give away to the locals (T-shirts, pens and paper are especially
prized).
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Dining Room - 2nd Deck
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Observation Deck - 3rd Deck
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Built
in: Iquitos, Peru
Year: 2009
Type of vessel: River vessel
Port of embarkation: City of
Nauta
Vessel's Registry: Perú
Length: 135 feet (41 mts)
Beam: 32 feet (9.30 mts)
Draft: 8.25 feet (2.25mts)
Capacity: 28 passengers + 2
Tour Conductors (bunk bed cabin)
Generators: 2 Caterpillar -
55KW each (encapsulated for noise reduction)
Engine: Caterpillar 250 HP
eco-electronic
Cruising Speed: Average 8-10
knots
Water: Water treatment plant
with 7.0 cubic meter capacity
Sewage Waters: On-board sewage
treatment plant
Radio Communication: VHF, UHF
and satellite phone onboard
Launch Boats: 3 aluminum 12-passenger
skiffs equipped with four-stroke low emission engines
Life jackets are provided for passengers in all cabins including
flares and signals.
Fire extinguishing system with fire hoses on each deck supplied
by a dedicated pressurized water pumping system.
Fire extinguishers are available in engine room, dining room
and on all decks.
Emergency lights on each deck.
Each skiff is provisioned with life jackets for all passengers.
Three 12-passenger aluminum skiffs, each with guide and skipper.
These can double occupancy in case of an emergency.
Each skiff is provisioned with life jackets, flares, first-aid
kit and radio communication with the main vessel.
A crew member is assigned to keep watch around the clock,
whether the vessel is sailing or docked. Guides and some crew members
are first-aid trained.
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