The Amazon forest, the world’s largest rain forest, houses the greatest biodiversity of species on the planet. It is home to at least 40,000 plant species, 427 mammals, 1,300 birds, 378 reptiles, over 400 amphibians and around 3,000 freshwater fishes. It is also the place where the world’s largest river system is located. Traveling along this river on an Amazon cruise will bring you into the heart of the jungle, and you will experience nature like never before. Originated from the foothills of the Andes, the Amazon River expands over 4,000 miles towards the Atlantic Ocean, taking its travelers through magical and mesmerizing sceneries.