The Worlds Most Remote Places Are,
closer than you think 

Luxury river cruising for the culturally curious — exclusive Main Beach Travel offers available for a limited time.

Small ships. Extraordinary destinations. Experiences that change how you see the world. Expedition cruising has evolved and it’s nothing like you imagined.

Discover the world’s most inspiring waterways with AmaWaterways — where every journey flows deeper. As a family-owned luxury river cruise line with over two decades of expertise, AmaWaterways redefines travel on the rivers of Europe, Asia, and South America.

Expedition travel has changed everything

No longer reserved for the intrepid few, today’s exploration voyages blend purpose-built luxury ships, exceptional dining and the guidance of onboard naturalists, historians and scientists with the world’s most remote and remarkable destinations — from the icy frontiers of Antarctica to the wildlife-rich Galápagos, Norway’s ancient fjords and far beyond.

Exploration travel has quietly become the most rewarding and meaningful way to truly see the world- More immersive and more accessioble than ever before.

The Exploration Collection Offer

Enjoy a $250 per suite Experience Credit

Enhance your journey with exclusive campaign benefits, including a $250 per suite experience credit, plus partner-exclusive offers across our featured expeditions.

Remote yet accessible

Journey beyond the ordinary to the worlds most remote, breath-taking and often life changing destinations. From the poles, to the tropics of Microensia and archipelago of the Galápagos

Intimate & Purpose-Built

Expedition vessels carry typically 80-500 passengers, allowing up-close wildlife encounters and multiple daily landings. IAATO regulations limit shore parties to 100 people at a time.

Immersive & Expert-Led

Naturalists, marine biologists, historians, and photographers guide every excursion, transforming sightings into meaningful encounters.

WHERE WILL YOU GO ?

Far beyond the poles

Featured Expedition Partners

 

 

130–180 guests · Boutique specialist

Founded by explorers for the curious, boutique small-ship expeditions focused on immersive, expert-led exploration, offering more time off-ship in remote regions like Antarctica, the Arctic, and beyond

 

130 Years of Exploring . All-Inclusive 

Sustainable, science-led expeditions to remote destinations, combining small-ship comfort, expert guides, and immersive wildlife experiences shaped by over 130 years of heritage

The Only Polar Specialists

Polar specialists delivering immersive Arctic and Antarctic expeditions aboard small, ice-strengthened ships, with expert guides and exceptional, extensive off-ship adventure experiences

SOUND FAMILIAR

Travellers who want more

"I've done Europe and Asia — I want something that genuinely moves me."

"We're not really cruisers, but this is different. It feels more like travelling."

"I want to go somewhere I'll never forget — with people who truly know what they're doing."

"My friends and I have been talking about Antarctica for years. It's time."

YOUR EXPLORATION SPECIALISTS

Meet the cruise experts

Our team has sailed these routes. We know the difference - and we will find the journey for you!

Meet Main Beach Travel’s Virtuoso Cruise Icons

Mandy Dwyer

Experience - 49 Years
A Magical Moment - Antarctica, a huge Lepoard Seal putting its fin on our zodiac egde- an upclose oinch myself experience
Next Exploration The Geographic Noth Pole with Ponant

Margot Knispel

Experience - 35 Years
A Magical Moment -
Antarctica, Greece and Kenya
Next Exploration xxxx

Elizabeth Clark

 Experience - XX Years
A Magical Moment - Antarctica's wide open space and pristine silence
Next Exploration - XXXX

Anna Hamilton

Experience - 34 Years
A Magical Moment -Kimberley- zodiac cruising beneath towering red cliffs, humbled by nature’s scale, silence, and beauty.
Next Exploration- Swimming with Whale sharks in Galapagos

Testimonial

Testimonial

"AmaWaterways offers an inclusive service with an extensive network of cruises available, and are great for those looking for themed cruises, such as Golf, wellness and stunning rail and River cruises in Africa."

- Margot Virtuoso Cruise Icon

“Our experience on AmaWaterways was wonderful and it definitely exceeded our expectations! Outside the excursions, and so many to choose from, the stand outs were the attentive and intuitive service and the delectable food.”

- Jane R

Testimonial

Testimonial

"AmaWaterways offers an inclusive service with an extensive network of cruises available, and are great for those looking for themed cruises, such as Golf, wellness and stunning rail and River cruises in Africa."

- Margot Virtuoso Cruise Icon

"Our experience on AmaWaterways was wonderful and it definitely exceeded our expectations! Outside the wonderful excursions, and so many to choose from) the stand outs were the attentive and intuitive service and the delectable food."

- Jane R

Why book with Main Beach Travel and The Cruise Centre?

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Why book with Main Beach Travel?

As a Virtuoso member agency and home to four Virtuoso Cruise Icons, Main Beach Travel delivers access, expertise, and exclusive amenities you won’t find anywhere else. Let our experience elevate your next extraordinary journey — one that flows beyond the riverbanks.

Enquire now to connect with one of our

cruise experts and unlock exclusive savings

Enquire now to connect with one of our cruise experts and unlock exclusive savings

Why River Cruise?


Spacious and uncrowded, with an unparalleled onboard experience getting access to a new city each day while only unpacking once.

Savour regionally inspired cuisine, fine wines, and award-winning service onboard every sailing

Unlike ocean cruising, stunning landscapes follow you throughout your journey, wake up to charming villages, vineyards and historic cites every day

Why AmaWaterways?

For over two decades Ama waterways have been delivering innovative and unforgettable travel experiences

With all shore excursion included, from guided cultural tours to wellness and winethemed cruises, every experience is crafted to enrich and inspire

Sail through Europe, explore Asia’s Mekong, or discover the all-new Magdalena River in Colombia.

Ready to discover the new era of exploration?

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