South America Natural Adventures

AMAZON  RIVER  BOAT  TUCANO  DECK  PLAN

Tucano aft observation deck

Observation Deck: This deck is open and an exceptional place to observe wildlife. The forward balcony allows views to the front and into the treetops. From beneath the sun canopy we see the world's greatest collection of birds and the occasional monkey cavorting in the branches. From the top deck there is wilderness as far as the eye can see.The top deck is a wonderful place to lounge around as we cruise along the wilderness river.

Middle Deck: The balcony around the front of the boat is a wonderful place to pull up a chair and observe the forest close up. The salon is airy and has windows all the way around. All of the walls are paneled in lovely hardwood.Two cabins on this deck have single beds seperated by a night stand. These cabins can accommodate three travelers with the insertion of a third narrow bed. Two other cabins number have a bunk bed with a twin size mattress above and below. All of the cabins have private showers and sinks.

Main Deck: Two cabins on this deck have single beds seperated by a nightstand. With the insertion of a third narrow bed, these cabins can accommodate three travelers. Two other cabins number have a bunk bed with a twin size mattress above and below. All of the cabins have private showers and sinks. There is a full galley and a swim deck at the stern. We get in and out of our launches to the side of the boat through two entries designed for this purpose.

SHIP DESIGN
The Tucano is a traditional Brazilian Amazon riverboat, with three levels, a flat bottom to explore shallow waterways, a wide berth for stability, and several observation areas. Unlike the normal working boats, the Tucano is finished in richly panelled local timbers, with large windows and brass lamps and fittings. She is a delight to experience, and especially beautiful at night. In addition to a spacious open observation deck on the top deck, partly open to the sun but also with a large shade awning, there is a wide balcony running around the front of the mid-deck. This is a perfect spot to sit and watch for pink or gray river dolphins. The salon is dining room, sitting area, and library, and being at the front of the boat, its large windows make it a perfect place to sit in the cool but still watch the forest go past.

CABINS

All cabins have private bathrooms with a hot pressurized shower, toilet, and a sink. All cabins have large windows which open; all are insect-screened (though generally there are very very few mosquitos on the voyage; mosquitoes tend to be more associated with land-based standing water and often human habitation. All the cabins and the Salon are air-conditioned. Every cabin has its own thermostat and individual controls, so your cabin can be as cool or as warm as you wish. As can be seen from the photo, cabins and salon are panelled in rich local woods, with polished wood floors adding to the tropical riverboat ambience.

Please call or email us for more information, with any questions you may have, or to secure your cabin on this special voyage.

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