AmaWaterways' Colombia river launch delayed
The inaugural sailing of AmaWaterways’ AmaMagdalena on Colombia’s Magdalena River has been delayed again and moved to March 15, 2025.
The launch of AmaMelodia, the company’s second Magdalena River vessel, remains on schedule for June.
Infrastructure development challenges
AmaWaterways has been collaborating closely with local communities and officials to develop the necessary infrastructure for the new river cruise destination.
‘This is the first time a major river cruise line is offering a journey of this nature on the Magdalena River,’ AmaWaterways Co-founder and President Rudi Schreiner said.
‘We’ve encountered challenges that are simply part of being pioneers,’ he said.
‘Opening a new river to the world is not easy, but it is exactly these kinds of bold steps that allow us to offer our guests new experiences.’
Excursions
The new vessel will have nine custom-designed excursion boats for passengers to explore secluded areas, rich in biodiversity, opening up parts of Colombia rarely seen by travellers.
Shore excursions will allow passengers to interact with indigenous communities.
Having local guides will enhance cultural experiences and provide valuable employment opportunities for communities along the river.
On board there will be rum and Colombian coffee tastings, and a Colombian chef will hold classes describing local dishes.
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