For those who want to explore the Amazon in its entirety, navigating its river routes and land trails, this package is ideal. For four days, you will have the opportunity to intensely experience the jungle, rivers and lakes, taste the authentic Amazonian flavors, immerse yourself in the local culture and, at the same time, enjoy moments of relaxation surrounded by nature.
Departure from Manaus on an exclusive Amazon Explorers vessel, heading to the Meeting of the Waters, a phenomenon that enchants all our visitors, where the dark waters of the Rio Negro run parallel to the muddy waters of the Rio Solimões for 6 km without mixing. After passing through the famous meeting of the rivers, the river tour continues to Janauari Lake.
Opportunity to explore different Amazon biomes - Igapó forests - are low-lying and frequently flooded terrains and therefore form vegetation consisting of shrubs, vines, and mosses, examples of common plants in these areas. It is also in the Igapó forests where you can appreciate the famous aquatic plant Victoria Regia, one of the symbols of the Amazon, after walking along a pleasant suspended wooden trail, surrounded by nature and tall trees.
Stop for lunch at a floating restaurant - where Amazonian flavors can be tasted in fruits, salads, noble fishes, and meats. After lunch - begin the upstream navigation along the right bank of the Rio Negro, contemplating the Amazonian beauties, the riverside houses, flooded forests, and the narrow channels of the river that form creeks.
As the vessel glides through the waters of the Rio Negro, it is the ideal time to contemplate the beautiful landscapes that form along the navigation. The arrival at the Indigenous community will take place in the afternoon when the community leader and his family will offer us a warm welcome. This traditional greeting shows how much the presence of visitors is well-received by everyone. Take some free time to interact and connect with the community hosts and learn about their manual work made with forest-derived raw materials.
We continue to the next destination, Acajatuba Lake, arrival and accommodation at the camp, built with materials available in the region in the "Tapiri" style. After accommodation - the guide will gather to present the camp, and the Amazonian experiences that will be carried out in the coming days. A delicious welcome dinner awaits you in the forest.
Meals included: Breakfast and Lunch.
Dawn in the jungle is an incredible experience, you can hear the forest waking up in the early hours of the morning with sounds that promote a true symphony of nature. Slowly, the voice of the forest takes on great proportions and mixes with the sounds of frogs, monkeys, birds, crickets, and the rustling of the leaves of the tall trees. It's time to get up and enjoy a typical Amazonian breakfast, a simple table filled with colors and flavors that sprout from the earth, promoting a true gastronomic experience.
Right after breakfast, it's time to start another adventure, and this time we'll follow a trek in the Amazon rainforest, a moment that reserves surprises, there are possibilities of finding an incredible variety of flora and fauna.
Giant trees like the Sumaúma dominate the landscape, while orchids and bromeliads adorn trunks and branches. Several palm trees, including açai and buriti, are also common, as are medicinal plants used by local communities. Among the animals, monkeys such as howler monkeys and marmosets stand out, as colorful birds and lizards, snakes, and sloths.
During the journey, we can also appreciate small rivers and creeks and listen to birdsong and insects. Upon returning to the camp, a delicious Amazonian lunch awaits us.
After a short rest, it's time to continue adventuring along the riverbanks to recognize regions near Lake Acajatuba, such as Lake Ubim, which is rich in biodiversity and beautiful natural landscapes with creeks and Igapós. At dusk, a new face of the Amazon presents itself, it's time to train the adventurers' skills with cane fishing and hook, a typical way for riverside people to fish for their daily food along the riverbanks.
And with the arrival of the night, a new face of the Amazon presents itself before your eyes, the sunset seems to rest on the banks of the river, the birds return to their homes, and the nocturnal animals that are present in the lakes, floating bushes, and tree branches. It's time for a new spectacle with nighttime spotlighting.
Return to the camp for a delicious dinner and to savor the Amazonian flavors while darkness silences the sounds of howler monkeys, cicadas, and birds, and gives way to amphibians and crickets. It's time for a well-deserved rest.
Meals included: Dinner, Breakfast and Lunch.
The tip for an incredible experience is to wake up early to observe the dawn (5:30 am) and contemplate the awakening of the forest, the morning flight of the birds, and the first rays of sun that illuminate the forest for the beginning of another adventure in the Amazon through trails and river paths. Breakfast will be served shortly after the return of dawn.
Right after - It's time to visit the famous village of Acajatuba, where around 70 people, including adults and children, currently reside. The hostess, through community tourism, promotes activities that involve families, especially young people, teaching them about sustainability, crafts, respect for nature, and recognition of the rich biodiversity and connection with Amazonian culture so present in the daily life of the community. Visit the workshop and a brief explanation about the use of local inputs in the production of handicrafts. Return to the camp for lunch.
After lunch, the suggestion is to take a break for a nap. Then, it's time to gather to explore new river trails that cross the Amazon rainforest around Lake Acajatuba. Our local hosts will guide you through picturesque paths, revealing the rich biodiversity and curiosities of the region.
Continuing the itinerary, we head to a small inlet in Acajatuba, where we will meet a riverside family that has community tourism as its main source of income. This is a unique opportunity to learn about the traditional process of producing the famous cassava flour, an essential element of Amazonian cuisine. The stages involved after the cassava harvest until the final product will be demonstrated. In addition, we can observe the artisanal preparation of beiju and tapioca. Discover how cassava is transformed into these delicious and versatile delicacies, which are an integral part of the daily diet of local communities.
Upon return to the camp, there will be a visit to the river base located on Lake Acajatuba to learn about the family project supported by ICMBIO for the observation and monitoring activity of gray and red dolphins - an opportunity to observe the largest mammals of the Amazon rivers up close in their habitat. It is also an opportunity to carry out some contemplative activities.
Every day a new sunset can be observed, and as always nature and its elements reserve surprises from the first rays of sun until the arrival of the night. How about enjoying some recreational fishing? After a successful fishing trip, we will take our fish to the chef, who will prepare the authentic piranha soup, a typical dish of the region known for its supposed aphrodisiac powers.
On this final day in the forest, waking up to the sound of birds and the symphony of nature has become a part of daily life. It's also a tranquil moment to organize your belongings and savor the last hours in the serene atmosphere of the jungle.
After breakfast, you can enjoy a leisurely canoe ride as a farewell to the forest, paddling through the flooded areas of the forest and perhaps spotting species of Amazonian fauna and flora before your eyes. We'll return to the camp for lunch and then begin the journey back to Manaus by land, with an estimated arrival time of around 3:00 PM.
*our menu caters to vegetarians and vegans - this information must be shared at the time of booking, both for the traveler and the travel agent
**The ICMBio (Chico Mendes Institute for Biodiversity Conservation) is a federal agency linked to the Brazilian Ministry of the Environment. Established in 2007, the institute is responsible for the management of federal conservation units, such as national parks, biological reserves, and environmental protection areas, among others. Its main objective is to promote the conservation of biodiversity and natural ecosystems, ensuring the protection of protected areas and the sustainable use of natural resources within them. ICMBio also carries out activities such as research, monitoring, and environmental education, as well as promoting actions to combat deforestation and illegal hunting.
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