Brazilian Amazon by Boat




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- Discover the rich ecosystem of the Amazon by boat
- See the white-sand beaches of Alter do Chao
- Find the pink river dolphin and enormous waterlillies on the Rio Negro
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Our trip starts today in Belem, the Amazon's port city, situated at the Guaraja Bay in the eastern part of the vast Amazon delta. In the late 1800s, the city owed much of its wealth to the burgeoning rubber trade and its rich history is evident in the colonial-era bui...
This morning, a local guide will show us around the city's main sights, introducing us to the Portuguese-tiled houses and beautiful baroque churches of the city centre. One of the most noteworthy attractions is the Ver-o-Peso market on the docks of the city. This huge...
Rising early this morning, we'll drive out of the city to the ferry port to catch our public ferry across to Marajo Island, a land mass in the Amazon River Delta that's bigger than the Netherlands. The ferry journey takes approximately two-and-a-half to three hours, a...
The open grasslands of Marajo Island flood during the rainy months, creating a year-round wetland habitat that's excellent for wildlife spotting. It's particularly well known for its water buffalo - the story goes that some 150 years ago, a ship heading for the West I...
We'll head back to Belem early this morning, taking a smaller boat direct to the hidrioviario in the centre in just under two hours. We'll hop off and have lunch before returning to the port to board our second boat of the trip for the journey to Santarem. This publ...
Our first day onboard takes us through narrow waterways with abundant rainforest, and typical 'caboclo' dwellings on stilts, built to cope with the fluctuating water levels. Caboclo communities are descended from the mixture of the indigenous populations and the white...
This morning, we'll wake up on the mighty Amazon proper, finding ourselves observing both banks at a distance and taking in the atmosphere. A highlight of this trip is the sky at night - away from city lights, we have excellent stargazing opportunities. This is slow travel, so bringing a book or activity for the boat is essential.
Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
We'll leave the boat this morning, departing in the port town of Santarem, and drive 35 kilometres south to the laid-back town of Alter do Chao. Best known for its white-sand beaches, more prominent in the low-water season from late June, and transparent waters (an un...
Today, we have a full day trip to the FLONA (National Forest) nature reserve. A huge, protected area of primary rainforest, FLONA gives us the opportunity to learn about the delicate ecosystems that exist in the Amazon, as the local guides give an in-depth overview of...
This morning is free to enjoy our final hours along the river at Alter do Chao. In the afternoon, we'll transfer to Santarem airport and fly to Manaus (taking into account the time zone change, this journey takes just 10 minutes), before heading to the port to board...
During our three-day cruise, we'll thoroughly explore this region of the Amazon with a range of excursions. As we drift along, we'll spot huge Victoria Regia water lily, enjoy birdwatching and hopefully see pink Amazon River dolphins playing alongside us in the wate...
Our final full day on the boat brings our Amazon exploration to an end. This journey is dedicated to discovering the incredible region and should debunk some of the myths whilst giving us a real understanding and appreciation for this amazing ecosystem. It's sure to be a truly unforgettable trip.
Meals Provided : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
This afternoon, we'll disembark in Manaus, where we'll spend the rest of the day. Although Manaus is generally blown through by travellers who use it as the jumping off point for Amazon trips, it's worth staying for a look at one of the country's most impressive build...
The trip ends after breakfast at our hotel in Manaus. There are no activities planned today, so you're free to depart from Manaus at any time. If your flight is departing later in the day, luggage storage facilities are available at our hotel, and this is the perfect...
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Explore! Reviews & Ratings
Jane
Oct 2024
Brazilian Amazon by Boat
It was a privalege to visit this part of the world with international tourism in its infancy. With the exception of one British and one German couple travelling solo...
Rebecca
Oct 2024
Brazilian Amazon by Boat
The most incredible trip travelling up the Amazon and its tributaries. So many incredible experiences from the river beaches of the Tapajos and buffalo farms of Mara...
Alan Reimer
Jun 2024
Brazilian Amazon by Boat
Blanca was a brilliant guide. A happy, jovial person. Kept us informed. Good with people. One of the strokes of genius was organising laundry @ Parnamirlm just a...
Karin
Jun 2024
Brazilian Amazon by Boat
Amazing trip. Thoroughly recommend this. Real exploring in the Amazon
Ruth
Dec 2023
Brazilian Amazon by Boat
Time on the charter boat at Manaus area.
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