South America: Amazon Explorer Cruise

Holland America Line

Trace Caribbean isles to Brazil. Call on charismatic cities along the banks of the mighty Amazon. Explore the spectacular Amazon rainforest on a Manaus overnight.

Included Extras

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Onboard the Zaandam

Costco Member Reviews

Designed to carry fewer guests while providing more space for maximum comfort, Zaandam is a prize in the mid-size ship category. On the musically themed Zaandam, you'll find musical instruments such as Bill Clinton's saxophone and signed guitars from Queen, Iggy Pop, Eric Clapton and the Rolling Stones throughout the ship. In her soaring three-story atrium: a Baroque-style Dutch pipe organ, inspired by the traditional barrel organs still found on the streets of The Netherlands.

Onboard Activities

Activities & Services (included in cruise)

Pool

  • Card Room
  • Casino
  • Disco/Nightclub
  • Movies
  • Theater/Show Lounge
  • Fitness Center
  • Sauna/Steam Room
  • Culinary Arts Center
  • Educational Programs
  • Pool - Outdoor
  • Sports Facilities
  • Whirlpool/Jacuzzi
  • Art Gallery
  • Bars/Lounges
  • Library
  • Children's Indoor Play Area
  • Children's Outdoor Play Area
  • Organized Age Specific Activities
  • Teen Center or Disco
  • Teen Programs
  • Business Center
  • Concierge Desk
  • Duty-Free Shops/Boutiques
  • Elevators
  • Safe Deposit Boxes

Activities & Services (available for an extra fee)

Greenhouse Spa

  • Beauty Salon
  • Full-Service Spa
  • Internet Center
  • Babysitting
  • Dry Cleaning/ Laundry Service
  • Infirmary/Medical Center
  • Self-Service Laundromat

Costco Travel makes every effort to verify the accuracy of all information provided. Additional fees for amenities or services may be charged by the cruise line. Amenities or services may be discontinued or revised by the cruise line without notice. Staterooms designated as wheelchair-accessible do not necessarily meet ADA requirements. Costco Travel is not responsible for inaccuracies or provider modifications.

Dining

Dining Room

Main Dining

The Dining Room: For breakfast, lunch or an unforgettable five-course dinner, the elegant main Dining Room is your destination for sophisticated dining, with menu selections from classic favorites to vegetarian options, to dishes inspired by the regions you’ll visit. Menus by Holland America Line's Culinary Council® of world-renowned chefs.

Pinnacle Grill

Specialty Dining

Pinnacle Grill: Enjoy dishes inspired by America’s Pacific Northwest, such as king salmon from Alaska and choice, responsibly raised beef from Washington State’s Double R Ranch. Complement your meal with a selection of boutique wines from the Pacific Northwest and other celebrated vineyards from around the world. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

Canaletto: This authentic Italian restaurant offers a menu that celebrates spartire (Italian for "sharing"). Try braised chicken cacciatore "al forno," branzino ai ferri or a classic Italian pasta: spaghetti pomodoro or garlic shrimp-infused ravioli, perhaps. Buon appetito! This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

Room Service

Casual Dining

Lido Market: Lido Market provides a fresh, new approach to casual dining for breakfast, lunch or dinner, with a panoramic view of the sea. A modern marketplace with different themed stations, the Lido offers a curated selection of delicious options to grab on the go or to have quickly made to order.

Dive-In: Dive in to a grilled burger on brioche or a Nathan’s Famous gourmet hot dog. For alfresco dining by the pool, Dive-In has it all, including lighter fare like the grilled chicken breast sandwich and vegetarian-friendly portabella mushroom stack.

Explorations Café: A comfortable, coffeehouse environment offering espresso drinks and pastries. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

Room Service: Complimentary 24-hour dining in the comfort of your stateroom.


Disclaimer regarding ship dining

Times, costs and other specifics are outside the control of Costco Travel. All information is at the sole discretion of the cruise line and is subject to change without notice. Dining time and table size preferences are submitted to the cruise line on a first-come, first-served request basis and are confirmed aboard ship. Questions, concerns and/or special needs regarding dining arrangements must be addressed with the maitre d' hotel aboard ship. Every effort is made to accommodate travelers' preferences; however, Costco Travel cannot guarantee dining arrangements. In specialty restaurants, space is limited and reservations are recommended. A cover charge and dress code may apply.

Staterooms

Staterooms feature premium massage showerheads, fine linens and fresh fruit upon request.

  • Standard Interior Stateroom (Category: N)

    Category: N
    Amenities

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Complimentary 24-hour room service
    • Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo
    • Luxurious bathrobes
    • Hair dryers, makeup mirrors
    • Generous storage
    • Fresh fruit upon request
    • Safe
    • Ice service
    • Shoeshine
    • TV with On Demand movies, programming
    Two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, and a host of amenities are featured in these comfortable staterooms.

  • Large Interior Stateroom (Category: MM)

    Category: MM
    Amenities

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Complimentary 24-hour room service
    • Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo
    • Luxurious bathrobes
    • Hair dryers, makeup mirrors
    • Generous storage
    • Fresh fruit upon request
    • Safe
    • Ice service
    • Shoeshine
    • TV with On Demand movies, programming
    Two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, and a host of amenities are featured in these comfortable staterooms.

  • Large Interior Stateroom (Category: M)

    Category: M
    Amenities

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Complimentary 24-hour room service
    • Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo
    • Luxurious bathrobes
    • Hair dryers, makeup mirrors
    • Generous storage
    • Fresh fruit upon request
    • Safe
    • Ice service
    • Shoeshine
    • TV with On Demand movies, programming
    Two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, and a host of amenities are featured in these comfortable staterooms.

  • Large Interior Stateroom (Category: L)

    Category: L
    Amenities

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Complimentary 24-hour room service
    • Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo
    • Luxurious bathrobes
    • Hair dryers, makeup mirrors
    • Generous storage
    • Fresh fruit upon request
    • Safe
    • Ice service
    • Shoeshine
    • TV with On Demand movies, programming
    Two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, and a host of amenities are featured in these comfortable staterooms.

  • Large Interior Stateroom (Category: K)

    Category: K
    Amenities

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Complimentary 24-hour room service
    • Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo
    • Luxurious bathrobes
    • Hair dryers, makeup mirrors
    • Generous storage
    • Fresh fruit upon request
    • Safe
    • Ice service
    • Shoeshine
    • TV with On Demand movies, programming
    Two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, and a host of amenities are featured in these comfortable staterooms.

  • Large Interior Stateroom (Category: J)

    Category: J
    Amenities

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Complimentary 24-hour room service
    • Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo
    • Luxurious bathrobes
    • Hair dryers, makeup mirrors
    • Generous storage
    • Fresh fruit upon request
    • Safe
    • Ice service
    • Shoeshine
    • TV with On Demand movies, programming
    Two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, and a host of amenities are featured in these comfortable staterooms.

  • Large Interior Stateroom (Category: I)

    Category: I
    Amenities

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Complimentary 24-hour room service
    • Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo
    • Luxurious bathrobes
    • Hair dryers, makeup mirrors
    • Generous storage
    • Fresh fruit upon request
    • Safe
    • Ice service
    • Shoeshine
    • TV with On Demand movies, programming
    Two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, and a host of amenities are featured in these comfortable staterooms.

Elegant staterooms feature luxurious bedding, premium massage showerheads, a porthole or a window and fresh fruit upon request.

  • Large Outside Stateroom (fully obstructed view) (Category: HH)

    Category: HH
    Amenities

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Complimentary 24-hour room service
    • Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo
    • Luxurious bathrobes
    • Hair dryers, makeup mirrors
    • Generous storage
    • Fresh fruit upon request
    • Safe
    • Ice service
    • Shoeshine
    • TV with On Demand movies, programming
    These expansive staterooms include include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view.

  • Large Outside Stateroom (partial sea view) (Category: H)

    Category: H
    Amenities

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Complimentary 24-hour room service
    • Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo
    • Luxurious bathrobes
    • Hair dryers, makeup mirrors
    • Generous storage
    • Fresh fruit upon request
    • Safe
    • Ice service
    • Shoeshine
    • TV with On Demand movies, programming
    These expansive staterooms include include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view.

  • Large Outside Stateroom (porthole) (Category: G)

    Category: G
    Amenities

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Complimentary 24-hour room service
    • Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo
    • Luxurious bathrobes
    • Hair dryers, makeup mirrors
    • Generous storage
    • Fresh fruit upon request
    • Safe
    • Ice service
    • Shoeshine
    • TV with On Demand movies, programming
    These expansive staterooms include include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view.

  • Large Ocean-View Stateroom (Category: FF)

    Category: FF
    Amenities

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Complimentary 24-hour room service
    • Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo
    • Luxurious bathrobes
    • Hair dryers, makeup mirrors
    • Generous storage
    • Fresh fruit upon request
    • Safe
    • Ice service
    • Shoeshine
    • TV with On Demand movies, programming
    These expansive staterooms include include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view.

  • Large Ocean-View Stateroom (Category: F)

    Category: F
    Amenities

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Complimentary 24-hour room service
    • Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo
    • Luxurious bathrobes
    • Hair dryers, makeup mirrors
    • Generous storage
    • Fresh fruit upon request
    • Safe
    • Ice service
    • Shoeshine
    • TV with On Demand movies, programming
    These expansive staterooms include include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view.

  • Large Ocean-View Stateroom (Category: EE)

    Category: EE
    Amenities

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Complimentary 24-hour room service
    • Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo
    • Luxurious bathrobes
    • Hair dryers, makeup mirrors
    • Generous storage
    • Fresh fruit upon request
    • Safe
    • Ice service
    • Shoeshine
    • TV with On Demand movies, programming
    These expansive staterooms include include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view.

  • Large Ocean-View Stateroom (Category: E)

    Category: E
    Amenities

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Complimentary 24-hour room service
    • Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo
    • Luxurious bathrobes
    • Hair dryers, makeup mirrors
    • Generous storage
    • Fresh fruit upon request
    • Safe
    • Ice service
    • Shoeshine
    • TV with On Demand movies, programming
    These expansive staterooms include include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view.

  • Large Ocean-View Stateroom (Category: DA)

    Category: DA
    Amenities

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Complimentary 24-hour room service
    • Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo
    • Luxurious bathrobes
    • Hair dryers, makeup mirrors
    • Generous storage
    • Fresh fruit upon request
    • Safe
    • Ice service
    • Shoeshine
    • TV with On Demand movies, programming
    These expansive staterooms include include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view.

  • Large Ocean-View Stateroom (Category: D)

    Category: D
    Amenities

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Complimentary 24-hour room service
    • Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo
    • Luxurious bathrobes
    • Hair dryers, makeup mirrors
    • Generous storage
    • Fresh fruit upon request
    • Safe
    • Ice service
    • Shoeshine
    • TV with On Demand movies, programming
    These expansive staterooms include include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view.

  • Large Ocean-View Stateroom (Category: C)

    Category: C
    Amenities

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Complimentary 24-hour room service
    • Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo
    • Luxurious bathrobes
    • Hair dryers, makeup mirrors
    • Generous storage
    • Fresh fruit upon request
    • Safe
    • Ice service
    • Shoeshine
    • TV with On Demand movies, programming
    These expansive staterooms include include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view.

Spacious staterooms have a private balcony, whirlpool bath (some with shower only) and more.

  • Vista Suite with Verandah (Category: BC)

    Category: BC
    Amenities

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Complimentary 24-hour room service
    • Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo
    • Luxurious bathrobes
    • Hair dryers, makeup mirrors
    • Generous storage
    • Fresh fruit upon request
    • Safe
    • Ice service
    • Shoeshine
    • TV with On Demand movies, programming
    • Binoculars
    • Whirlpool bath
    With a verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows and comfortable sitting area, these comfortable suites are filled with light. They include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, plus a whirlpool bath and shower, mini-bar and refrigerator.

  • Vista Suite with Verandah (Category: BB)

    Category: BB
    Amenities

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Complimentary 24-hour room service
    • Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo
    • Luxurious bathrobes
    • Hair dryers, makeup mirrors
    • Generous storage
    • Fresh fruit upon request
    • Safe
    • Ice service
    • Shoeshine
    • TV with On Demand movies, programming
    • Binoculars
    • Whirlpool bath
    With a verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows and comfortable sitting area, these comfortable suites are filled with light. They include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, plus a whirlpool bath and shower, mini-bar and refrigerator.

  • Vista Suite with Verandah (Category: B)

    Category: B
    Amenities

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Complimentary 24-hour room service
    • Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo
    • Luxurious bathrobes
    • Hair dryers, makeup mirrors
    • Generous storage
    • Fresh fruit upon request
    • Safe
    • Ice service
    • Shoeshine
    • TV with On Demand movies, programming
    • Binoculars
    • Whirlpool bath
    With a verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows and comfortable sitting area, these comfortable suites are filled with light. They include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, plus a whirlpool bath and shower, mini-bar and refrigerator.

  • Vista Suite with Verandah (Category: AA)

    Category: AA
    Amenities

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Complimentary 24-hour room service
    • Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo
    • Luxurious bathrobes
    • Hair dryers, makeup mirrors
    • Generous storage
    • Fresh fruit upon request
    • Safe
    • Ice service
    • Shoeshine
    • TV with On Demand movies, programming
    • Binoculars
    • Whirlpool bath
    With a verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows and comfortable sitting area, these comfortable suites are filled with light. They include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, plus a whirlpool bath and shower, mini-bar and refrigerator.

  • Vista Suite with Verandah (Category: A)

    Category: A
    Amenities

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Complimentary 24-hour room service
    • Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo
    • Luxurious bathrobes
    • Hair dryers, makeup mirrors
    • Generous storage
    • Fresh fruit upon request
    • Safe
    • Ice service
    • Shoeshine
    • TV with On Demand movies, programming
    • Binoculars
    • Whirlpool bath
    With a verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows and comfortable sitting area, these comfortable suites are filled with light. They include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, plus a whirlpool bath and shower, mini-bar and refrigerator.

  • Neptune Suite with Verandah (Category: SA)

    Category: SA
    Amenities

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Complimentary 24-hour room service
    • Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo
    • Premium bathrobes, slippers
    • Hair dryers, makeup mirrors
    • Generous storage
    • Fresh fruit upon request
    • Safe
    • Ice service
    • Shoeshine
    • TV with On Demand movies, programming
    • One-Touch concierge service
    • Whirlpool bath
    • In-suite coffee, espresso
    • Complimentary laundry
    • Pre-dinner hors d'oeuvres served in suite
    • Welcome glass of sparkling wine
    • Priority boarding for tender ports, priority dining/seating requests, special disembarkation service
    • High tea in suite on request
    • Binoculars
    • Exclusive tote bag
    With floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, these spacious suites are flooded with light. They feature a large sitting area and two lower beds convertible to one king-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses. The bathroom comes with a dual-sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath and shower, plus additional shower stall. Amenities include use of the exclusive Neptune Lounge, a private concierge and an array of complimentary services.

  • Neptune Suite with Verandah (Category: SB)

    Category: SB
    Amenities

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Complimentary 24-hour room service
    • Elemis Aromapure soap, lotion, shampoo
    • Premium bathrobes, slippers
    • Hair dryers, makeup mirrors
    • Generous storage
    • Fresh fruit upon request
    • Safe
    • Ice service
    • Shoeshine
    • TV with On Demand movies, programming
    • One-Touch concierge service
    • Whirlpool bath
    • In-suite coffee, espresso
    • Complimentary laundry
    • Pre-dinner hors d'oeuvres served in suite
    • Welcome glass of sparkling wine
    • Priority boarding for tender ports, priority dining/seating requests, special disembarkation service
    • High tea in suite on request
    • Binoculars
    • Exclusive tote bag
    With floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, these spacious suites are flooded with light. They feature a large sitting area and two lower beds convertible to one king-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses. The bathroom comes with a dual-sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath and shower, plus additional shower stall. Amenities include use of the exclusive Neptune Lounge, a private concierge and an array of complimentary services.

  • Pinnacle Suite with Verandah (Category: PS)

    Category: PS

Deck Plan

Cruise Ship
Sky Deck
Key to Symbols
SymbolDescription
Shower onlyShower only
Bathtub & showerBathtub & shower
2 lower beds convert to 1 queen-size bed (no sofa bed)2 lower beds convert to 1 queen-size bed (no sofa bed)
Triple (2 lower beds, 1 sofa bed)Triple (2 lower beds, 1 sofa bed)
Quad (2 lower beds, 1 sofa bed, 1 upper)Quad (2 lower beds, 1 sofa bed, 1 upper)
Partial sea viewPartial sea view
These staterooms have portholes instead of windowsThese staterooms have portholes instead of windows
2 lower beds not convertible to a queen-size bed2 lower beds not convertible to a queen-size bed
Fully obstructed viewFully obstructed view
Suites B7088, B7087, B6228, and B6225 and stateroom EE3429 are fully accessible, roll-in shower onlySuites B7088, B7087, B6228, and B6225 and stateroom EE3429 are fully accessible, roll-in shower only
Suite SA7034 is fully accessible with single side approach to the bed, bathtub, and roll-in shower; Staterooms DA6104, G1805, and G1804 are fully accessible with single side approach to the bed, roll-in shower onlySuite SA7034 is fully accessible with single side approach to the bed, bathtub, and roll-in shower; Staterooms DA6104, G1805, and G1804 are fully accessible with single side approach to the bed, roll-in shower only
Staterooms EE3396, EE3391, HH3431, HH3430, E2702, L2700, J2555, J2554, G2500, FF1964, FF1955, G1807, and G1806 are ambulatory accessible, roll-in shower onlyStaterooms EE3396, EE3391, HH3431, HH3430, E2702, L2700, J2555, J2554, G2500, FF1964, FF1955, G1807, and G1806 are ambulatory accessible, roll-in shower only

Ship Facts

Zaandam ship image
  • Ship Name: Zaandam
  • Year Built: 2000
  • Year Refurbished: 2013
  • Year Entered Present Fleet: 2000
  • Ship Class: R
  • Maximum Capacity: 1,837
  • Number of Passenger Decks: 10
  • Number of Crew: 615
  • Officers' Nationality: International
  • Ocean-View without Balcony: 385
  • Total Inside Staterooms: 134
  • Tonnage (GRT): 61,396
  • Capacity Based on Double Occupancy: 1,432
  • Country of Registry: Netherlands
  • Total Staterooms: 716
  • Suites with Balcony: 197
  • Crew/Hotel Staff Nationality: International
Costco Travel makes every effort to verify the accuracy of all information provided. Additional fees for amenities or services may be charged by the hotel, resort or cruise line. Amenities or services may be discontinued or revised by the provider without notice. Hotels, resorts, ships or accommodations designated as wheelchair-accessible do not necessarily meet ADA requirements. Costco Travel is not responsible for inaccuracies or provider modifications.

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Terms & Conditions

*Price shown is per person based on double occupancy and is valid for select stateroom categories only. Click on the Terms & Conditions link below for details.

†One Digital Costco Shop Card per room/stateroom, per stay. The exact amount of the Digital Costco Shop Card will be calculated during the booking process. The Digital Costco Shop Card promotion is nontransferable and may not be combined with any other promotion. A Digital Costco Shop Card will arrive by email approximately 10 days after the start of your cruise. Click on the Terms & Conditions link below for additional information.

Ship's registry: The Netherlands

    Package ID: HALZAASAM20250208