Delfin I

Iquitos, Peru

Type: 8-12 passenger motorized luxury riverboat
Length: 69 ft
Beam: 36 ft
Cruising speed: 8 knots
Cabin size: 340 to 360 sq ft
Cruise length: 5-day and 4-day itineraries

Launched in early 2006, M/V Delfin I is the original luxury Amazon vessel, setting the benchmark for quality and sophistication. Fully renovated in 2025, it remains the smallest and most exclusive Relais & Châteaux boat on the Amazon, offering just four suites in total. This intimate scale allows for a highly personalized and private experience, enriched with thoughtful amenities. The two Deluxe Master suites feature individual whirlpool baths and 180-degree panoramic windows, while all suites include private wooden decks for uninterrupted views of the rainforest.

Guests also enjoy elegant common areas, including a dining room where five-star Amazonian cuisine is served, and a top-deck lounge ideal for river viewing and stargazing. Delfin I departs from a private embarkation port in Nauta, located south of the gateway city of Iquitos. Onboard adventures include canopy walks, visits to local communities, and guided jungle excursions led by expert naturalists aboard the vessel’s two aluminum skiffs. Recently, Delfin I added stand-up paddleboards, offering a serene and immersive way to explore the calm waters of the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve.