Anavilhanas Lodge
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Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge is a small and exclusive Hotel situated in the heart of the Amazon rainforest in Brazil. Resting in front of Anavilhanas, the world’s largest fresh water archipelago, the Lodge is touched by the black waters of the Rio Negro and is blessed with the sounds, smells and mysteries of the Amazon Jungle.
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Free of mosquitoes and nested within a vast stretch of untouched rainforest, you will experience the perfect balance between Nature and comfort, adventure and peace.The greatest river archipelago in the world, the Estação Ecológica de Anavilhanas contains about 400 islands which extend for over 90 km of untouched native forest. It is a veritable maze of lakes, rivers and riverbanks which are the home to a very rich plant and animal life. Located on Rio Negro, the archipelago is a paradise for biologists, ecologists and tourists.
Our team is ready to receive guests with the utmost care, safety and attention. We offer drinks and refreshments made out of regional fruit, and there is always a good wine at your disposal. Whenever that out-of-time hunger strikes, you can find excellent sandwiches at our bar. All of this in the heart of the world’s largest forest, right across from the world’s largest river archipelago, and surrounded by unforgettable activities in and around the Amazon Forest rivers.
Our team is ready to receive guests with the utmost care, safety and attention. We offer drinks and refreshments made out of regional fruit, and there is always a good wine at your disposal. Whenever that out-of-time hunger strikes, you can find excellent sandwiches at our bar. All of this in the heart of the world’s largest forest, right across from the world’s largest river archipelago, and surrounded by unforgettable activities in and around the Amazon Forest rivers.
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The hotel can be reached by land or by water, and all transport is based on the city of Novo Airão. From Manaus, after crossing the majestic Rio Negro in one of the regular ferry boats, you will take a comfortable van across a road that stretches 180km into the woods and leads to the small town of Novo Airão. The hotel is about 15 minutes from the town sailing down the Rio Negro, and the access is not affected by the yearly droughts in the region. Transport takes an average of 3 hours and is coordinated by the hotel.
The drinking water in the hotel is provided by a proprietary artesian well. In case of an interruption in electrical supply, there is also a power generator as well as emergency lights in all our accommodations. In every section of our hotel, you will find fire extinguishers and personnel trained in fire prevention. Our packages were designed to allow the best Amazon experience for our guests. Besides an unforgettable experience, filled with exquisite landscapes and vivid wildlife experiences, we want all our guests to leave the Amazon with the knowledge of a unique and intriguing reality, contemplating not only wildlife and nature, but also the people and their society. Therefore, we recommend that the visitor spend at least 3 days and 2 nights with us, so that the main features of the region can be absorbed and savored during the stay. |
Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge is located 110 km northwest of Manaus, in the county of Novo Airão, on the right margin of Rio Negro (Black River). We are right across from the world’s largest river archipelago, bathed by the Rio Negro waters and cut by Pato and Monteiro riverbanks. In the region considered as the fountainhead of the Amazon basin, Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge is the perfect place to rest and relax. The cottages, restaurant and reception were geographically distributed so as to minimize the impact on the region, keeping the landscape in line with the forest. We believe that ecotourism is one of the main allies to the preservation of plant and wildlife in the Amazon. The conscious tourism generates income, gives economic purpose to the preservation of native wildlife, helps the control of public offices and encourages environmental education among the native population and visitors.
Hotel Facilities include
- 13m high Observation Deck with a view over the river. - Reception lounge and concierge - TV lounge (SKY HD channels) - Internet access at the lounge area (subject to the satellite service availability) - Cell phone coverage area at the lounge area. |
Room Categories
Cottages: All rooms are equipped with air-conditioning, minibar, private safe, hair dryer and hot shower. There is also a hammock in the balcony to admire the view. Single, double or triple rooms.The queen size bed is 198cm long and 176cm wide.
Bungalows: All bungalows are equipped with air conditioning, ceiling fan, minibar, private safe, hair dryer, hot shower and a 32’’ LCD TV with SKY HD channels. There are also two comfortable hammocks in the balcony where you can admire the view over the forest. Single,
double or triple rooms. The king size bed is 203cm long and 193cm wide.
Panoramic: The Panoramic with 70m2, have a glass wall 10m long, overlooking the Amazon rainforest. Equipped with air conditioning, ceiling fan, minibar, private safe, hair dryer, freestanding tub, hot shower, a 40 ” LCD TV with SKY HD and channels, a balcony with a
hammock and living room. They can be configured as double, triple or quadruple rooms
Cottages: All rooms are equipped with air-conditioning, minibar, private safe, hair dryer and hot shower. There is also a hammock in the balcony to admire the view. Single, double or triple rooms.The queen size bed is 198cm long and 176cm wide.
Bungalows: All bungalows are equipped with air conditioning, ceiling fan, minibar, private safe, hair dryer, hot shower and a 32’’ LCD TV with SKY HD channels. There are also two comfortable hammocks in the balcony where you can admire the view over the forest. Single,
double or triple rooms. The king size bed is 203cm long and 193cm wide.
Panoramic: The Panoramic with 70m2, have a glass wall 10m long, overlooking the Amazon rainforest. Equipped with air conditioning, ceiling fan, minibar, private safe, hair dryer, freestanding tub, hot shower, a 40 ” LCD TV with SKY HD and channels, a balcony with a
hammock and living room. They can be configured as double, triple or quadruple rooms
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Anavilhanas I (3 days/2 nights)
Designed for the traveler who is eager to know the Amazon but is pressed for time, the 2 nights’ package offers the essential tours for visitors of this region. In this package, the guest can experience these tours: ANAVILHANAS ARCHIPELAGO NOCTURNAL SIGHTSEEING Enjoy the unique feeling of the nightlife inside the forest, lightened by the stars, exploring the igapós to spot birds, sloths, snakes and alligators hidden in the sounds of darkness. TOUR IN ARCHIPELAGO OF ANAVILHANAS LOOKING FOR PINK DOLPHINS The countless canals, lakes and islands of one of the world’s largest river archipelagos are explored in seeking of Pink and Gray Dolphins. HIKING IN DRY LAND FORESTS Led by experienced local guides, explore areas that are not affected by floods – the firm forests or dry land forests. During the tour, learn about trees, fruits and wild fruits, survival strategies and medicinal herbs. CANOEING THROUGH THE IGAPÓS AND IGARAPÉS Hear the sounds of the forest and explore the rivers. In canoes for up to 2 people, you can watch the scenery changing as you paddle along waters and between trees. RECREATIONAL PIRANHA FISHING OR JUNGLE HIKE INTO THE FLOODED FOREST Enjoy the amazing scenery and catch some fish during this fun activity done in canoes along the igarapés. In the dry season, from September to December, water gets warmer and fish are more concentrated in the National Park, where fishing is not allowed. However, during this same period, it is possible to walk through the islands of the Anavilhanas Archipelago and to know closely the differences of fauna and flora of the firm forest and the forest of igapó, characteristics of the Amazon Forest. Note: The order of the tours above is defined by the Hotel, which will supply the schedule of the activities upon guest arrival. Guests with pick‐up at the airport between 11am and 2pm will not be able to attend the afternoon tour of the first day. Guests with return flights scheduled from 1pm to 7pm will not be able to attend the morning tour of the last day. 2023 Price per person in US$: (check with us for current price because rates can change due to the exchange rate)
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Anavilhanas II (4 days / 3 nights)
This is one of our most popular packages, perfect for those who wish to stay another day with us and take better advantage of our activities. In addition to the tours in the 3 day package, guests will also enjoy: VISIT THE LOCAL COMMUNITY Canoe trip on Rio Negro and visit to a local caboclo community. Get to know their lifestyle, traditions, agriculture and social organization. BOW AND ARROW TECHNIQUES AND PRACTICE Have fun with Waimiri-Atroari’s original artifacts and learn techniques to sharpen your aim and hit the targets. Quick introduction to indigenous traditions and way of life. SUNRISE CONTEMPLATION Leaving at dawn, the guest will be taken to the islands to watch the birds flying and the beauty of all the colors when the sun rises in the Amazon sky. Note: The order of the tours above is defined by the Hotel, which will supply the schedule of the activities upon guest arrival. Guests with pick‐up at the airport between 11am and 2pm will not be able to attend the afternoon tour of the first day. Guests with return flights scheduled from 1pm to 7pm will not be able to attend the morning tour of the last day. 2023 price per person in US$: (check with us for current price because rates can change due to the exchange rate.)
All packages include:
• All meals included: breakfast, lunch and dinner • 2 to 3 daily tours offered by the Lodge, according to the package chosen. • Guide in Portuguese, English and Spanish. • Transportation from the airport in Manaus to the hotel and back Other Information: For children or adults staying in single rooms, they are charged 100% of Single; - For children 6 to 11 years staying in rooms with more than one occupant, will be charged 50% of the Single; - For children aged 0 to 5 years staying in rooms with only one payer will be charged 50% of the Single; - For a child of 0 to 5 years staying with more than one paying courtesy will be offered. If there is more than one child from 0 to 5 years in room, you will be charged 50% of Single for each. - For more than 12 years staying in rooms with more than one occupant, they will be charged 100% of Double. Drinks not included. |
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Anavilhanas III (5 days / 4 nights)
If you would like more time to visit the surroundings and rest, this is the best package for you! You will add this tour to the 4 day activities: TOUR INTO THE ARCHIPELAGO ON BOARD A REGIONAL BOAT Travelers embark in a full day sailing through the waters of the Rio Negro, reaching the heart of the National Park, tasting regional fishes at lunch and experiencing the Amazon in its most traditional way. Note: The order of the tours above is defined by the Hotel, which will supply the schedule of the activities upon guest arrival. Guests with pick‐up at the airport between 11am and 2pm will not be able to attend the afternoon tour of the first day. Guests with return flights scheduled from 1pm to 7pm will not be able to attend the morning tour of the last day. 2023 prices per person in US$: (check with us for current price because rates can change due to the exchange rate.)
Transfers
Transfer in Manaus to Lodge: 1 ‐ Between 08:00 and 09:00 for pick‐ups at any Hotel in Town, 2‐ Between 11:40 and 13:40 for pick‐up leaving from the airport. During Daylight saving time in Brazil, departures from the airport happens between 10:40 and 12:40. Pick‐ups at the Airport will make the guests to miss the first tour of their packages; Transfer out Lodge to Manaus: 1 ‐ At 08:00 for those going straight to the airport with flights from 13:30 to 19:00 2 ‐ At 14:00 for those going to Hotels or late flights. Guests leaving the Lodge at the 08:00 will miss the last tour of their packages Private Transfer‐in and/or Transfer‐out, an extra charge will be applied after confirming price and availability; |
"It was wonderful! The lodge was WONDERFUL: delicious and plentiful food, happy and helpful employees/staff, sparkling clean and lovely accommodations, fun activities. We will definitely recommend this to friends. We were concerned when we rode such a long time on bumpy roads then turned down an unmarked gravel road toward the lodge - but all was well when we were met at the parking lot by a sweet staffer. I do suggest that they put up a sign where you turn from the main road onto the gravel road, just to allay the fears of uncertain travelers. This sign thing was the only "negative" and it's not even a negative! We give the Anavilhanas Lodge a very strong thumbs up." Nancy "The trip went great and she said yes! We enjoyed our entire stay; the weather, food, accommodation, service, and tours were amazing and well thought out. "Tommy "We stayed for six nights and five days - an incredible experience. They take such great care of you - the entire staff was wonderful, from the check-in and welcome drink to our departure. The best part of the stay is undoubtedly the guides. They are top notch - they are a wealth of information, very safe, and will take great care of you. Our guide - Roberlan- was amazing. We saw jacare, every type of bird you can think of, cobras, dolphins, you name it. On our jungle hike, he convinced us to give slugs a try (roasted). They tasted like bacon fat! The dock on the river is well equipped with paddle boards and a bar with drinks perfect for sunset. The best meals we had were during the river excursions, barbecued tambaqui with lots of side dishes. They will take very good care of you at Anavilhanas - we highly recommend it! " Doug |
