AmaMagdalena (AmaWaterways): Review, Specs and Cruises

At a glance

AmaMagdalena is an intimate-size cruise ship operated by AmaWaterways, in service since 2025. It carries 63 guests and 30 crew (2.1 guests per crew member). It is the 28th largest of 29 AmaWaterways ships by guest capacity.

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Specs

Guests: 63
Crew: 30
Decks: 3
Length: 223 ft
Beam: 43 ft
Maiden voyage: 2025
Space ratio: 2.1; Gross tons per guest
Guests per crew: 2.1
Speed (mph): 10

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Our review

AmaMagdalena: Elegant river cruising in Colombia

When it launches on March 15, 2025, the 60-passenger AmaMagdalena is due to be the first major river ship designed to sail on the Magdalena River in Colombia.

Custom-built for the Magdalena, nicknamed the River of a Thousand Rhythms, the all-suite ship will provide "unparalleled service" and "exclusive experiences" on Colombia's longest river, according to AmaWaterways. The river flows 950 miles through the heart of Colombia from the Andes to the Caribbean Sea.

The river is renowned for its biodiversity, and so each cruise will include nature and wildlife experts, and activities will include kayaking, hiking and birdwatching. There will also be an onboard wellness host. Guests can relax and unwind in the ship’s rejuvenating sun deck pool, enjoy a massage or work out in the spacious fitness room.

Where AmaMagdalena sails

The ship will feature two seven-night itineraries along with optional pre- and post-cruise land tours that will explore Colombia's cultural heritage and scenery.

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Dining

The ship features a main restaurant serving regionally inspired Latin American cuisine and Western favorites and an intimate al fresco specialty dining experience.

Amenities

Warm and welcoming English-speaking crew, professionally trained to deliver unparalleled service
Intimate specialty dining experience
Wine, beer and soft drinks included during lunch and dinner
Welcome Cocktail and Gala Dinner
Nightly entertainment
Fitness room, nail and hair salon, and one massage room offering a variety of services
Sun-deck pool and bar

Staterooms

AmaMagdalena will be an all-suite ship with 30 staterooms in five cabin categories. The spacious amenity-filled suites are between 237 and 516 square feet. All feature AmaWaterways’ signature twin balcony design, with both a French balcony and an outside balcony.

Each stateroom will also include a separate sitting area, desk, bathroom with shower,smart HDTV (satellite reception/Internet), electronic safe box, mini-fridge and individually controlled air conditioning. Suites will also feature a bathtub.

The majority of cabins (26) are 235 square feet. The most premium accommodations are the two Grand Suites at 515 square feet and two Luxury Suites at 305 square feet.

Of note

The riverboat is owned by Metropolitan Touring and operated under long-term charter by AmaWaterways. A second, nearly identical sister ship to sail the Magdalena River, AmaMelodia, is due to launch in 2025.

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On board highlights

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When it launches in late 2014, AmaMagdalena is due to be the first major river ship designed to sail on the Magdalena River in Colombia.
A view of the scenic Magdalena River in Colombia at sunset.

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