Our Boats:

Project Amazonas owns and maintains several boats for use by medical, educational, and research groups. When not otherwise in use, these boats are also available for charter, with income supporting Project Amazonas activitis. Two large hardwood river boats, the M/N Tucunare and the B/F Esperanza, are equipped with 12 and 8 bunks, respectively, and are used for long trips and for transporting large groups (up to 25 people) during day trips. A 26' covered aluminum speedboat with 115 hp marine outboard motor (the Mai-Kai Express) and 24' open aluminum skiff (the Shiripira) are used for small groups and for exploration of local waterways. The Mai-Kai also provides emergency evacuation capability. A wooden skiff, dugout canoes, and resin kayaks complete the 'fleet'.

The Tucunare and Esperanza are constructed in the traditional pamacari-style common to passenger boats in the Peruvian Amazon, Partially-covered observation decks are great places to relax and sightsee. Below decks, there is a dining and lounge area, a separate screened berth area with privacy curtains, the motor room, restroom facilities, and fully equipped kitchen. (ADD IN CLICKABLE PICTURES)

Safety & Maintenance:

Our vessels are fully and legally registered and insured with Peruvian naval and civil authorities, and undergo annual safety inspection. The boat crews are completely licensed and have taken boat operation, safety, and maintenance courses. We oversee regular maintenance of all vessels and motors, and the safety of passengers and of our vessels is of utmost importance. Our boat captains and small-boat operators have many years of experience in the Amazon, and are excellent judges of the rivers and skies.