Magdalena River Cruise Guide: What Does It Cost?

As of 2026, the Magdalena River is the newest “frontier” in world river cruising. Flowing from the Andes to the Caribbean, the Magdalena is the lifeblood of Colombia’s history, music, and biodiversity. Until very recently, this region was virtually inaccessible to the luxury traveler. Cruising here is not like the Rhine; it is a tropical, […]

AmaWaterways Expands Presence In Colombia With Launch Of AmaMelodia

AmaWaterways has officially introduced its second river cruise ship on Colombia’s Magdalena River. The new vessel, AmaMelodia, joined the fleet on October 26, following the earlier debut of AmaMagdalena in March. Together, the two ships represent AmaWaterways’ continued investment in developing sustainable river cruising in the region. Carrying a maximum of 64 guests, AmaMelodia features […]

Sailing Into Colombia: AmaWaterways Brings River Cruising To The Magdalena

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AmaWaterways has officially welcomed AmaMagdalena, the first-ever luxury river cruise ship to navigate Colombia’s Magdalena River. The historic launch, which took place on April 12, 2025, marks a significant milestone for the company and a transformative breakthrough for tourism in the country. This addition expands AmaWaterways’ offerings beyond Europe, Asia and Africa.