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AmaWaterways

Headquartered in Calabasas, California, USA, sailing since 2002.

AmaWaterways
AmaWaterways Published October 20, 2026
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AmaWaterways fleet Photo: Alf van Beem, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

Founded in 2002 by three river-cruise industry veterans, AmaWaterways built its reputation on twin-balcony staterooms and active excursion options, and in 2019 launched AmaMagna — at nearly double the beam of a standard European river ship, the widest vessel on the Rhine and Danube.

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AmaWaterways

River cruise company in California, US

AmaWaterways is a Calabasas, California based luxury river cruise company founded in 2002 by Rudi Schreiner, Kristin Karst, and Jimmy Murphy. AmaWaterways currently operates 29 ships that offer cruises in Europe, Southern Africa, Southeast Asia, South America, and Egypt. AmaWaterways has a reputation for spacious vessels, wellness amenities, and fine dining.

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Founded
2002
Headquarters
Calabasas, California, USA
Parent Company
Privately held
Website
amawaterways.com
Brand Color
#c8102e
Loyalty Program
AmaWaterways Loyalty Rewards
Stock Ticker
Private
Company Size (Employees)
~1,500 employees
Company Story
Founded in 2002 by three river-cruise industry veterans, AmaWaterways built its reputation on twin-balcony staterooms and active excursion options, and in 2019 launched AmaMagna — at nearly double the beam of a standard European river ship, the widest vessel on the Rhine and Danube.

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