Amazon Dolphin

Traditional Amazon riverboat for up to 22 passengers

Amazon Dolphin

The Amazon Dolphin is the largest boat in the fleet, a wooden Amazon riverboat that can accommodate up to 22 passengers, with four decks, a dining room, a bar, and a spacious sun deck.

Spanning approximately 37 meters in length, the ship features eleven cabins spread across four decks, a wood-paneled dining room, a bar, and an upper sun deck with a lounge area and views of the Tapajós River. All cabins are air-conditioned and have private bathrooms.

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The master cabin opens onto the river through panoramic windows; two connecting cabins can be joined together and are ideal for families. Meals are prepared with fresh ingredients from the Pará region and served in the dining room or on deck.

The Amazon Dolphin is one of three boats used on the Amazon river cruises around Alter do Chão, depending on the size of the group. As the largest boat, it is primarily used for larger groups; the experiences on board are the same on all three boats.

Like all the boats in the fleet, the Amazon Dolphin is registered with the Brazilian Navy and operates with an experienced crew familiar with the area, as well as its own support boats for the excursions.

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Onboard amenities

  • Wood-paneled dining room for all passengers
  • Bar and Lounge Area
  • Four decks with indoor and outdoor areas
  • Upper sun deck with lounge area and lounge chairs
  • Eleven air-conditioned cabins with private bathrooms
  • Fresh cuisine from the Pará region, meals and snacks on board
  • Drinks included on board: water, juices, soft drinks, beer, caipirinha, and more.
  • Daily cabin cleaning, high-quality bedding
  • Equipment for beach stops: umbrellas, beach mats, towels, coolers, chairs
  • Experienced crew familiar with the area, support boats, and safety equipment

What we love about her

  • Largest Boat in the Fleet – With eleven cabins, four decks, and a capacity of up to 22 passengers, the Amazon Dolphin offers the most space on board.
  • Bar, dining room, and sun deck —several lounge areas spread across four decks, ranging from the wood-paneled dining room to the open-air lounge area.
  • Connecting cabins for families – Two cabins can be connected to form a family unit.
  • Master Cabin with Panoramic Windows – The most beautiful cabin opens directly onto the river.
  • Traditional wooden construction —a genuine Amazon riverboat, built entirely of warm tropical wood, with air conditioning in all cabins.
  • Cuisine from Pará on board —fresh, regional ingredients served in the dining room or on deck.

ship data

Key data:

  • Type: Traditional wooden Amazon riverboat
  • Cruising Area: Tapajós , Amazon, and Arapiuns rivers around Alter do Chão (Pará, Brazil)
  • Flag: Brazil
  • Length: about 37 m
  • Max. passengers: 22
  • Cabins: 11 (in 3 categories)
  • Decks: 4
  • Air conditioning: all cabins and interior spaces
  • Crew: Captain , sailors, cook and assistant, steward, and hostess
  • Registration: Brazilian Navy

sustainability

A crew familiar with the local area and close ties to the river communities.

The fleet’s voyages are closely tied to the river communities and indigenous communities around Alter do Chão. A large portion of the crew is from the region; visits to villages, local handicrafts, and projects such as the turtle breeding program in Coroca are an integral part of the itinerary.

Safety: All boats in the fleet are registered with the Brazilian Navy and are operated by experienced crews familiar with the area, accompanied by support vessels and equipped with safety and communication equipment.

Comfort: Air conditioning in all cabins and enclosed areas, daily cabin cleaning, and high-quality bedding.

Cabins on board

Click on a cabin category for more details.

The Amazon Dolphin's panoramic deck overlooking the river
Bunk Bed Cabin

Outside cabin with window, bunk bed (double bed on the bottom, single bed on top), air conditioning, private bathroom with shower, max. 3 people.

Connecting Cabin

Outside cabin with window, bunk bed (double bed on the bottom, single bed on top), can be connected to the adjacent cabin, air conditioning, private bathroom with shower, max. 3 people.

Master Cabin

Outside cabin with panoramic windows, double bed, air conditioning, private bathroom with shower, max. 2 people, also suitable for single occupancy.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many passengers and cabins does the Amazon Dolphin have?

The Amazon Dolphin is the largest boat in the fleet and can accommodate up to 22 passengers in 11 cabins: one master cabin, several cabins with bunk beds, and two connecting cabins. All cabins are air-conditioned and have private bathrooms.

Do the cabins have their own bathroom and air conditioning?

Yes. All 11 cabins on the Amazon Dolphin are air-conditioned and have their own bathroom with a shower.

Where does the Amazon Dolphin sail?

The Amazon Dolphin cruises along the Tapajós, Amazon, and Arapiuns rivers around Alter do Chão in the Brazilian state of Pará. The departure point is Alter do Chão, about a 30-minute drive from Santarém Airport.

What kind of food is served on board?

Meals on board are prepared using fresh ingredients from the Pará region. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as snacks, are included, as are beverages such as water, juices, soft drinks, beer, and caipirinha. Meals are served in the wood-paneled dining room or on deck.

Is the Amazon Dolphin suitable for families and larger groups?

Yes. As the largest boat in the fleet, the Amazon Dolphin has eleven cabins and can accommodate up to 22 passengers. Two connecting cabins can be joined together and are particularly suitable for families.

How safe is a trip on the Amazon Dolphin?

All boats in the fleet are registered with the Brazilian Navy and are operated by experienced crews familiar with the local area, accompanied by support vessels and equipped with safety and communication equipment.

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