Amazon Adventure Cruise
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We want you to experience the Amazon, spending as much time as possible touring the Negro River and Anavilhanas Archipelago by boat, canoeing deep in her smaller tributaries, and trekking in the surrounding rainforest, at your own pace and level of intensity.
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On the cruise you'll spend the first day exploring the Amazon River itself, the fertile flood plain called the Varzea (in the dry season) and flooded forests called the Igapo (in the rainy season). Most of your tour though will be spent on the tranquil, picturesque and mosquito-free Negro River. You'll see how different and unique the two legendary river systems are. The focus of your tour is the virgin rainforest of the Negro River and the beautiful islands and beaches of the Anavilhanas Archipelago (one of the largest groups of freshwater islands in the world).
You will usually see Pink and Grey River Dolphins, several species of Monkeys, caiman, Tree Sloths and a rich variety of Birdlife including Kingfishers, Herons, Toucans and Macaws. Larger mammals such as Jaguar, Tapir and Deer are here but they very elusive. Note: the attraction of the Amazon is the rainforest, remember; animal sightings cannot be guaranteed.
You will usually see Pink and Grey River Dolphins, several species of Monkeys, caiman, Tree Sloths and a rich variety of Birdlife including Kingfishers, Herons, Toucans and Macaws. Larger mammals such as Jaguar, Tapir and Deer are here but they very elusive. Note: the attraction of the Amazon is the rainforest, remember; animal sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Normal 5 day Itinerary
The remote and unexplored state Amazonas is the biggest rain forest, home to the largest population of indigenous people in Brazil. With few exceptions, the jungle is relatively untouched and we will have plenty opportunities to observe the fascinating flora and fauna. The best option for exploring this lush region lies in a 4 day and 3 night expedition that includes hiking, nocturnal caiman observation, piranha fishing, swimming with the pink Amazon dolphins, a jungle survival tour, a visit to the caboclas communities and a canoe trip along the igarapés and the igapós. It is a unique and unforgettable experience.
DAY 1 – Origin – Manaus
Airport arrival at Manaus, the capital of the Brazilian Amazon and the central point to start all excursions into the Amazon jungle. We will stop at our accommodation place and from there we will have the option to visit the Amazon Theatre, the Market and the Manaus Port. Accommodation.
DAY 2 – Manaus – Amazon Expedition(B,L,D)
In the morning, the expedition along the Amazon River will begin at the Manaus Port in a private boat that will accommodate us for 4 days during the expedition. At the beginning of the journey we will arrive at the “encontro das aguas”, location where the waters of Rio Negro and Rio Solimoes meet without mixing. Afterwards we will enter the river in small rafts to fish for piranhas and observe the caimans. Accommodation aboard boat in hammocks.
DAY 3 – Amazon Expedition(B,L,D)
We will continue along Rio Negro to meet a ribeirinhos community and their mandioca flour house, and in the afternoon we will visit an Acajatuba community to have an experience with their customs and crafts. Later on, we will travel by canoe to a beach and enjoy a moonlight churrasco dinner. Accommodation aboard boat in hammocks.
DAY 4 – Amazon Expedition (B,L,D)
We will enjoy a bath in the river and, after breakfast, we go visit a caboclo village in the ecological reserve of the Anavilhanas, where we will have the opportunity to swim with the pink dolphins that have their home in the river. In the afternoon, we leave the boat for a jungle survival experience accompanied by a native guide. We will hike through the rain forest learning survival skills, such as how to extract water and milk from trees, primitive hunting techniques and medicinal properties of various plants. Then, we set up camp and prepare a campfire meal to enjoy with caipirinhas. Accommodation in the jungle camp in hammocks.
DAY 5 – Amazon Expedition – Manaus – Destination (B,L)
We will pack up the camp and begin our journey back to the river, arriving at the boat to enjoy a well deserved swim. After that, we will travel downriver to the Rubber Tree Museum, to learn about this element’s historical importance for the region. Transfer to the airport of Manaus for departure to our next destination.
Note: can add more days.
The remote and unexplored state Amazonas is the biggest rain forest, home to the largest population of indigenous people in Brazil. With few exceptions, the jungle is relatively untouched and we will have plenty opportunities to observe the fascinating flora and fauna. The best option for exploring this lush region lies in a 4 day and 3 night expedition that includes hiking, nocturnal caiman observation, piranha fishing, swimming with the pink Amazon dolphins, a jungle survival tour, a visit to the caboclas communities and a canoe trip along the igarapés and the igapós. It is a unique and unforgettable experience.
DAY 1 – Origin – Manaus
Airport arrival at Manaus, the capital of the Brazilian Amazon and the central point to start all excursions into the Amazon jungle. We will stop at our accommodation place and from there we will have the option to visit the Amazon Theatre, the Market and the Manaus Port. Accommodation.
DAY 2 – Manaus – Amazon Expedition(B,L,D)
In the morning, the expedition along the Amazon River will begin at the Manaus Port in a private boat that will accommodate us for 4 days during the expedition. At the beginning of the journey we will arrive at the “encontro das aguas”, location where the waters of Rio Negro and Rio Solimoes meet without mixing. Afterwards we will enter the river in small rafts to fish for piranhas and observe the caimans. Accommodation aboard boat in hammocks.
DAY 3 – Amazon Expedition(B,L,D)
We will continue along Rio Negro to meet a ribeirinhos community and their mandioca flour house, and in the afternoon we will visit an Acajatuba community to have an experience with their customs and crafts. Later on, we will travel by canoe to a beach and enjoy a moonlight churrasco dinner. Accommodation aboard boat in hammocks.
DAY 4 – Amazon Expedition (B,L,D)
We will enjoy a bath in the river and, after breakfast, we go visit a caboclo village in the ecological reserve of the Anavilhanas, where we will have the opportunity to swim with the pink dolphins that have their home in the river. In the afternoon, we leave the boat for a jungle survival experience accompanied by a native guide. We will hike through the rain forest learning survival skills, such as how to extract water and milk from trees, primitive hunting techniques and medicinal properties of various plants. Then, we set up camp and prepare a campfire meal to enjoy with caipirinhas. Accommodation in the jungle camp in hammocks.
DAY 5 – Amazon Expedition – Manaus – Destination (B,L)
We will pack up the camp and begin our journey back to the river, arriving at the boat to enjoy a well deserved swim. After that, we will travel downriver to the Rubber Tree Museum, to learn about this element’s historical importance for the region. Transfer to the airport of Manaus for departure to our next destination.
Note: can add more days.
2021-2022 Price Per Person in US$ in double rooms:
1) For the following 2021 dates, hotel prices are ON REQUEST: Independence Day (04 to 07 Sep), Aparecida (Oct 9- 12), All Souls (Oct 30 to Nov 2), Proclamation of the Republic Day (Nov 13 to 15) and Christmas & New Year's eve (Dec 20 Dec to Jan 2). 2) For the following 2022 dates, hotel prices are ON REQUEST: New Year's Eve (Dec 30 to Jan 2), Carnival (Feb 25 to March 2), Easter Holidays (April 15 to 17), Tiradentes (April 21 to 24), Corpus Chisti (16 to 19 June), Independence Day (Sept 7), Aparecida (Oct 12 to 15), All Souls (Nov 2), Proclamation of the Republic Day (Nov 12 to 15) and Christmas & New Year's eve (Dec 20 Dec to Jan 2). Included:
Not Included:
Traditional Boat option 01 to 08 people Camiiba Boat (1 Suite DBL with private bathroom + 2 DBL with bunk beds and external bathroom all with air conditioning) - or similar 09 to 20 people Mãe Maria Boat (11 DBL Suites with private bathrooms and air conditioning) - or similar Premium Boat option 01 to 08 people Tuin Boat (04 DBL suites with private bathroom and air conditioning) - or similar 09 to 20 people Mãe Maria Boat (11 DBL Suites with private bathroom and air conditioning) - or similar. The Mãe Maria is considered a superior boat, and is the option for Traditional or Premium packages for more than 09 people. Not Included:
Best travel period? You can travel anytime during the year. Between December and June the weather is unstable, between July and November is the dry season. Throughout the year tropical heavy rain is common. The river is dry from October to April and during these months more jungle treks are made. During the months in which the water level is high (May to September), there will be more canoeing activities in these same places. The water level can reach 14 meters apart between a period and the other. Hiking Level of Difficulty: Jungle treks are varied and take place in different areas depending on the season (dry or raining). Treks are usually flat (or almost flat), with moderate difficulty (not a clean path). They are short in distance (not more than 2 km), and their duration is less than 2h due to difficult climate conditions with high humidity and hotness. "The cruise was amazing! I could not have asked for a better experience! The crew was so friendly and accommodating and the food was excellent (even for a picky eater such as myself). I was seriously impressed with all the activities and was especially taken by all the wildlife we saw (feeding monkeys was so much fun!). I think the guide was a little shocked with me at first since I was a young lady all alone but he was very knowledgable and we got along quite well. I learned so much and it was certainly a trip of a lifetime! Thank you for everything. Thank you again, I have never in my life seen such beautiful sunsets! " Erica |
Check-in to the hotel is normally after 2:00 PM. Early check-in may be granted subject to availability (not confirmed).
You may store your luggage at the hotel until you are able to check-in Check-out of the hotel is normally at 12:00 PM. Late check-out may be granted subject to availability (not confirmed). You may store your luggage at the hotel until you are ready to leave for the airport. Breakfast is normally served from 6-7 to 9-10 and changes from hotel to hotel. In case your transfer out leaves before that time it is traveler's responsibility to ask the day before at the reception desk to book or ask for an early breakfast service and extra costs may be applied by the property. Please note in some hotels do not even provide this service. What to bring?
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