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Malocas Amazon Jungle Lodge

Malocas jungle lodge is a complex of "malocas" (indigenous dwellings which traditionally house one or more families) divided into different sectors: - RECEPTION; BAR: With friendly atmosphere, providing refreshments and regional drinks.
- RESTAURANT: Self-service with a special touch of local flavour.
- ACCOMODATION: Malocas of 12 double rooms with private bathrooms.
- SERVICE AREA: Kitchen, manager's office, storage

Malocas Jungle Lodge is situated 160 km from Manaus on the banks of the Rio Preto da Eva, a tributary of the Amazon, whose acid waters inhibit the proliferation of mosquitoes. Transport from Manaus to Malocas Jungle Lodge takes approximately 3:00 hours divided in two stages: 1 -Departure from Manaus with a specialized guide to the little city of Rio Preto da Eva by bus ( 80 km). 2 - Then by motor canoe down the river, deep inside the Jungle to the Lodge ( 80 km)

Prices include transfer to and from lodge, all meals with mineral water, excursions at lodge with bilingual guide. Not included are tips and other drinks.

"It was fantastic. Andy and myself really really enjoyed it. Bruno, his wife and wive's sister were very kind to us. The guide Laandrew was outstanding. Very very impressed with the whole package. Thank you very much." Charlotte Williams

PIRARUCU PACKAGE -2 DAYS 1 NIGHT

Day 1 – Transfer from your hotel at 08:30am; 80kms by road to the small city of Rio Preto da Eva where a motorized canoe will be waiting to take us to Malocas Jungle Lodge . On arrival at the Lodge we will be received by local management who will show you your acommodation. Lunch. We will be taken by canoe throuht the Igarapés to visit the caboclos who still live in similar conditions to their indian ancestors. On our return we will fish for piranhas and after dark, go hunting for alligators.

Day 2 - We will paddle through the Igapós in small canoes. After breakfast we will go on a jungle trek where the guides will explain the various uses of the plants including those with medicinal properties. On the way we will visit one of the many waterfalls where we can swin. Lunch . Optional canoe trip. We return to city of Rio Preto da Eva in motorized canoes, then the 80 kms by road back to Manaus. Arrival : 07:00PM ( Aproximately )

2010 Price per person in US$:

MANDIOCA PACKAGE- 03 days / 02 night

Day 1 – Transfer from your hotel at 08:30am; 80 kms by road to city of Rio Preto da Eva where a motorized canoes will be waiting to take us to Malocas Jungle Lodge. On arrival at the Lodge we will be received by local management who will show you your accomodation. Lunch . We will be taken by canoe through the Igarapés to visit the caboclos who still live in similar conditions to their indian ancetors. On our return we will fish for piranhas and after dark go hunting for alligators.

Day 2 – We will paddle throuugh the Igapós in small canoes. After breakfast we will go on a jungle trek where the guides will explain the various uses of the plants including those with medicinal properties. On the way we will visit one of the many waterfalls where we can swin. Lunch. Paddling with canoes through the Igapós and Igarapés. Swimming in the river ( optional ). After supper, sitting around the campfire, we can appreciate the tranquility of the night.

DAY 3 – After breakfast we will go on a second jungle trek ( different eco system ) ending at a waterfall where we can swin before returning. Lunch . Return in motorized canoes to city of Rio Preto da Eva and then 80 kms by road to Manaus.Arrival : 07:00 PM

2010 Price per person in US$:

Escorpião package – 04 days / 03 nights.

DAY 1 – Transfer from your hotel at 8:30am; 80kms by road to city of Rio Preto da Eva where a motorized canoe will be waiting to take us to Malocas Jungle Lodge (approximately 1:30 hours ). On arrival at the Lodge we will be received by local management, who will show you your accomodation. Lunch. We will be taken by canoe through the Igarapes to visit the Caboclos who still live in similar conditions to their indian ancestors. On our return we will fish piranhas and after dark go hunting for alligators.

DAY 2 – We will paddle through the Igapos in small canoes. After breakfast we will go on a jungle trek where the guides will explain the various uses of the plants including those with medicinal properties. On the way we will visit one of the many waterfalls where we can swim. Lunch. Paddling with canoes through the Igapos and Igarapes. Swimming in the river. After supper, sitting around the campfire, we can appreciate the tranquility of the night.

DAY 3 – After breakfast we will go on a second jungle trek ( different eco system ) endding at a waterfall where we ca swim before returning. Lunch. Then by canoe for survival training where we will learn to live like the indians using natural products such as roots and medicinal plants. Trek into the jungle where we will construct improvised shelters and cook on a campfire, sleeping in hammocks slung between the trees.

DAY 4 – After breakfast we trek back to the Lodge where we will eat Lunch. Return to city of Rio Preto da Eva in motorized canoes, then 80kms by road back to Manaus. Arrival: 7:00pm

2010 Price per person in US$:

The trip was amazing, I really enjoyed it! The guide from the lodge was great, he explained everything from the flora and fauna to the history of the region. The lodge was lovely, friendly staff, good food and lots of other travelers from different parts of the world. I really enjoyed the activities, overall it was a very positive experience! Thanks for all you're help in the organization. June Keohane

Malocas 5 days/ 4 nights package

Day 1: We will pick you at 8:30 am at your hotel in Manaus, then by road to the Village of Rio Preto da Eva, take a motorized canoe to the Malocas Jungle Lodge (approximately 1H30).
On arrival at the Lodge. accomodation in double rooms with private toilets and shower. Lunch. After lunch, your guide will take you by canoe through the Igarapes to visit the Caboclos who still live in similar conditions to their indian ancestors. After diner, hunting for alligators.

Day 2: After breakfast they will go on a jungle trek where the guides will explain the various uses of the plants including those with medicinal properties. On the way we will visit one of the many waterfalls where we can swim. Lunch. Paddling with canoes through the Igapos and Igarapes and fish piranhas . Diner. After supper, sitting around the campfire, we can appreciate the tranquility of the jungle.( no generator)

Day 3 - Wake up early for bird watching, after breakfast you will go on a second jungle trek (different eco-system ) ending at a waterfall where you can swim before returning. Lunch and an eventual departure for a survival night. it means that you'll go with your guide to sleep in the forest where you should find your food, build a little house, sleep in hammocks ...

Day 4: Return to the lodge for lunch, and enjoy the peace of the jungle in the afternoon,as november is fishing time, be introduced to sportive fishing and try to catch the famous Tucunare...Dinner around campfire. (you can also choose a second survival night)

Day 5: After breakfast, go paddling and small trek in the morning, lunch and return to the Village of Rio Preto da Eva in motorized canoe, visit of the "Beija flor" indian community back to Manaus around 6pm

2010 Price per person in US$:

Adventure in Amazônia 7 days

Day 1: We pick you at your hotel in dowtown Manaus at 8:30am. Then 80kms by road to city of Rio Preto da Eva where a motorized canoe will be waiting to take us to Malocas Jungle Lodge (approximately 2 hours). On arrival at the Lodge we will be received by local management who will show you your accomodation (dobble rooms). Lunch, delicious regional cuisine made with amazonian fishes and fruits ...
After lunch, we will be taken by canoe through the Igarapes to visit the Caboclos who still live in similar conditions to their indian ancestors. On our return we will fish piranhas and after dark go hunting for alligators.

Day 2: Early in the morning, we’ll paddle through the Igapos in canoes for bird watching. After breakfast we will go on a jungle trek where the guide will explain the various uses of the plants including those with medicinal properties. On the way we will visit one of the many waterfalls where we can swim. Lunch. Paddling with canoes through the Igapos and Igarapes. Swimming in the river. After supper, sitting around the campfire, we can appreciate the tranquility of the night.

Day 3: After breakfast we will go for a longer jungle trek where the guide will explain more precisely the uses of the plants and fruits. On the way we will visit a manioc house. Lunch. Paddling with canoes through the Igapos and Igarapes. Swimming in the river. After supper, sitting around the campfire, we can appreciate the tranquility of the night.

Day 4: After breakfast we will go on a jungle trek ( different eco system ) ending at a waterfall . Lunch. Then by canoe for survival training (optional) where we will learn to live like the indians using natural products such as roots and medicinal plants. Trek into the jungle where we will construct improvised shelters and cook on a campfire, sleeping in hammocks slung between the trees.

Day 5: After breakfast we trek back to the Lodge for Lunch. Easy afternoon fishing or padling, dinner and games...

Day 6: After breakfast, you will leave the Malocas jungle lodge with a regional boat, going down the river to a fantastic lake area full of birds and fishes ( even dolphins ...) Dinner and Night onboard or on the beach in hammocks.

Day 7: After breakfast, you’ll join the Amazon River through a little canal heading to the meeting of the water and the January National Park. Lunch on a floating restaurant. Arrival in the Manaus Harbour around 6 pm. Transfer to your hotel or to the airport.


Other possible activities in the lodge :
- Paddling and swimming,
- Fishing ( black bass ...).
- Reading or playing games in the most peacefull area, bowls games
- Portuguese lessons and interchanges with natives people.

Includes: Transfers IN / OUT , 5 days /5 nights in the Malocas jungle Lodge , 2 days 1 night on a regional boat, All meals, all logistics, English speaking guide, Mineral water
Not included : other drinks, tips

2010 Price per person in US$:

Survival Package

Day 1 – Transfer from your hotel at 8:30am; 80kms by road to city of Rio Preto da Eva where a motorized canoe will be waiting to take us to Malocas Jungle Lodge (approximately 1:30 hours ). On arrival at the Lodge we will be received by local management who will show around the complex. Lunch. Leaving in conoes for survival training where we will learn to live like the local indians, using natural products such as roots, palms and medicinal plants, constructing improvised shelters, cooking on campfire and sleeping in hammocks between the trees.

Day 2 - Different area. sleeping in hammocks between the trees.You'll go in a very nice area, entirely preserved.

Day 3 - similar programme ( day 2) different area. sleeping in hammocks between the trees.You'll go in a very nice area, entirely preserved.

Day 4 – After breakfast, trek back to the Lodge where we will eat Lunch. Return to city of Rio Preto da Eva in motorized canoe, then 80km by road back to Manaus. Arrival: 7:00pm

Accomodation: 3 nights at the jungle. Includes : food, tropical fruits mineral water, indian/bilingual guide, transport.

2010 Price per person in US$:

We can reserve hotels for you such as:

Hotel 10 de Julho - - Single - R$ 85,00 Double - R$ 95,00
Ana Cassia Hotel -Single - R$ 125,00, R$ 170,00 for double room

Add $25 for 1-2 people for an airport transfer (1 way)

I had the best vacation ever. The people are great, the food is very good, the location is very exciting. I had a great time canoeing, hiking in the jungle and bathing in the waterfall. Thank you so much. Veronika Bernst