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Where the rivers run untouched

Rio Ariaú & Rio Negro, one full Amazon day.

A full-day Amazon adventure through pristine rivers, rainforest trails and breathtaking landscapes — one of the most untouched regions of the Amazon, explored by motorized canoe.

DurationFull day
Departure7:30 AM
Return6:30 PM
PriceR$ 600 / person

The experience

An eco tour through untouched Amazon.

Discover one of the most untouched regions of the Amazon on an exclusive eco tour that combines wildlife, rainforest exploration, river navigation and authentic local cuisine.

From the scenic drive across the Rio Negro Bridge to a motorized canoe gliding through igarapés and flooded forests, this is a long, full day designed to show you the Amazon the way locals know it — ending with a swim at a white-sand river beach and freshly grilled fish.

Tour highlights

Ten moments, from bridge to river beach.

Rio Negro Bridge

Crossing the icon of Manaus

The day starts by crossing the iconic Rio Negro Bridge, leaving the city behind.

AM-070 Highway

A scenic drive into the interior

Scenic drive along the AM-070 Highway toward the Rio Ariaú region.

Motorized Canoe

The expedition begins on the water

Board a motorized canoe for the river expedition at the heart of this tour.

Rainforest Hike

Guided walk under the canopy

A guided rainforest hike through pristine forest trails.

Wildlife

Monkeys and tropical birds

Wildlife observation along the rivers and trails — monkeys and tropical birds in their natural habitat.

Anavilhanas

The great river archipelago

Exploration of the Anavilhanas Archipelago, one of the largest river archipelagos in the world.

River Beach

A swim off white sand

Swimming at a white-sand Rio Negro beach.

Picnic Lunch

Amazon fish, straight off the grill

Picnic lunch featuring freshly grilled Amazon fish.

Igarapés & Igapós

Into the narrow streams and flooded forest

Navigation through narrow streams (igarapés) and flooded forests (igapós).

Piranha Fishing

The classic Amazon rite

Traditional piranha fishing experience to close the day on the water.

Good to know

Everything handled, bring dry clothes.

What's included

  • Air-conditioned transportation
  • Hotel or airport pick-up and drop-off
  • Motorized canoe (15 HP)
  • Native local tour guide
  • Picnic lunch
  • Mineral water

What to bring

  • Long pants
  • Closed-toe hiking shoes
  • Swimsuit
  • Towel
  • Sunscreen
  • Insect repellent
  • A change of clothes

Between the river beach and the igarapés, you will get wet — the change of clothes earns its place.

The day in numbers

  • Departure at 7:30 AM, hotel or airport pick-up
  • Return at 6:30 PM
  • R$ 600 per person
  • Minimum 2 participants
  • Book and ask questions directly with our team on WhatsApp
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