Signature highlights
The ship carries 42 guests in 21 all-suite cabins and is designed for exploration of the Upper Amazon. Its locally inspired interiors include handcrafted furnishings, artwork, and textiles from surrounding communities.
Delfin III
Delfin III is a 42-guest Lindblad Expeditions river cruise ship, in service since 2015. This page lists 11 upcoming departures across 4 itineraries in South America, day by day and port by port.
About Delfin III
Delfin III is an intimate, all-suite river expedition ship operating on Peru’s Upper Amazon, including the Ucayali and Marañón rivers. The 42-guest vessel has 21 cabins, three decks, and a locally inspired design using handcrafted furnishings and regional materials. Guests return from skiff, kayak, paddleboard, and guided rainforest excursions to open-air lounges, a plunge pool, spa facilities, and Amazonian-Peruvian cuisine. The small scale and regionally based crew support a more personal expedition experience.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Delfin Amazon Cruises; chartered by Lindblad Expeditions
- Registry / flag
- Peru
Onboard Experience
Dining
Delfin III serves Amazonian-Peruvian cuisine, with menus emphasizing regional ingredients and local culinary influences. Dining is part of the ship’s Relais & Châteaux positioning.
Entertainment
Onboard programming centers on the expedition experience, including natural-history interpretation, presentations, and informal time in the open-air public spaces. The ship also provides views of the river and rainforest from its lounges and decks.
Staterooms & suites
The ship offers 21 outward-facing suites, including an Andes Suite, two Corner Suites, Upper Suites, and standard Suites. Floor-to-ceiling windows are a defining feature of the accommodations.
For families
The ship offers expedition activities suitable for families, including skiff rides, kayaking, paddleboarding, guided walks, and nighttime rainforest excursions. No dedicated children’s facilities were confirmed.
Pools, spa & wellness
Facilities include a spa room, massage services, exercise space, and a small plunge pool. Wellness offerings are integrated with the Amazon expedition setting.
Accessibility
No detailed accessibility specifications were confirmed from the reviewed sources.
Environmental features
The ship uses handcrafted furnishings and materials sourced from surrounding communities, including reclaimed rainforest wood, artwork, and textiles. Lindblad describes the vessel as sustainably furnished.
Where Delfin III sails, month by month
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| South America | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Other / multi-region | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Itineraries & Sailings
Next: Nov 5, 2026
3 upcoming departures
Next: Dec 11, 2026
1 upcoming departure
Next: May 17, 2027
4 upcoming departures
5 Nights
Upper Amazon: A River Expedition 6-Day
Next: Nov 9, 2026
3 upcoming departures
All 4 itineraries and their departure dates
- Exploring Peru: Machu Picchu and the Amazon 5 Nov 2026, 26 Nov 2026, 3 Dec 2026
- Upper Amazon: A River Expedition 11 Dec 2026
- Upper Amazon: A River Expedition 17 May 2027, 19 Jul 2027, 2 Aug 2027, 16 Aug 2027
- Upper Amazon: A River Expedition 6-Day 9 Nov 2026, 30 Nov 2026, 7 Dec 2026
All Upcoming Departures
| Departure | Return | Itinerary | Nights | Region | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 5, 2026 | Nov 14, 2026 | Exploring Peru: Machu Picchu and the Amazon | 9 | South America | Book → |
| Nov 9, 2026 | Nov 14, 2026 | Upper Amazon: A River Expedition 6-Day | 5 | Book → | |
| Nov 26, 2026 | Dec 5, 2026 | Exploring Peru: Machu Picchu and the Amazon | 9 | South America | Book → |
| Nov 30, 2026 | Dec 5, 2026 | Upper Amazon: A River Expedition 6-Day | 5 | Book → | |
| Dec 3, 2026 | Dec 12, 2026 | Exploring Peru: Machu Picchu and the Amazon | 9 | South America | Book → |
| Dec 7, 2026 | Dec 12, 2026 | Upper Amazon: A River Expedition 6-Day | 5 | Book → | |
| Dec 11, 2026 | Dec 19, 2026 | Upper Amazon: A River Expedition | 8 | South America | Book → |
| May 17, 2027 | May 25, 2027 | Upper Amazon: A River Expedition | 8 | South America | Book → |
| Jul 19, 2027 | Jul 27, 2027 | Upper Amazon: A River Expedition | 8 | South America | Book → |
| Aug 2, 2027 | Aug 10, 2027 | Upper Amazon: A River Expedition | 8 | South America | Book → |
| Aug 16, 2027 | Aug 24, 2027 | Upper Amazon: A River Expedition | 8 | South America | Book → |
Delfin III FAQ
What flag does Delfin III sail under?
Delfin III is registered in Peru.
How many passengers does Delfin III hold?
Delfin III carries about 42 guests with roughly 30 crew.
How old is Delfin III?
Delfin III entered service in 2015.