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Ama Magdalena

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The Ama Magdalena is a 70-metre-long river expedition vessel specially built for navigating the Magdalena River. It has 30 generously sized cabins, evenly distributed on the first and second decks and accommodating a maximum of 60 passengers. Each cabin has twin beds (that can be converted into a double bed), air conditioning, outward-facing panoramic windows with a French balcony, as well as an outside balcony and sitting area. A restaurant on the middle deck serves international and regionally inspired cuisine (wine, beer, and soft drinks are included during lunch and dinner) and the sun deck has a lounge, bar, and small pool. Other facilities include a gym, massage room and a nail and hair salon.

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From the trips arranged by JLA, we both found the Amazonas region wonderful. It was quite emotional seeing the Amazon River for the first time and floating around the tributaries,…
MD, London Sep 2018
Overall we had a wonderful holiday in Colombia and were very pleased we decided to visit this beautiful country. Colombia offers a huge variety of choice for travel, from the…
AW, Aylesbury Feb 2013
Highlight: Cartagena: as romantic a destination as I had hoped.
DG, Sheffield Feb 2016
San Agustin (was the highlight)...which was superb.
DB, London Jan 2020
Highlights?: Salt cathedral at Zipaquira, Communa 13 in Medellin and the thermal springs in Purace NP
DC, Tarporley Feb 2018
Our first visit (to Colombia) has stimulated a desire to return to experience more of this beautiful, friendly and welcoming country
GG, Banf Jul 2012

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