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Amazon River, Ammazon River Cruises and Adventure Tours
Described by Jacques Cousteau as the ‘Caribbean of the Amazon’ because of its rare ‘blue’ waters, the Tapajós region of the Amazon is still undiscovered by mass tourism and offers a more remote option for the adventurous traveller, who wishes to explore the Amazon in style. What's special about this region is that in a relatively small distance, you will find the three types of rivers present in the Amazon basin: black waters, yellow waters and the beautiful and rare blue waters, each with its own ecosystem.
This is one of the most beautiful and well preserved areas of the Amazon. Cruising the Tapajós region is a perfect family holiday. The beaches are seamless, the waters warm and calm. The Amazon cruising experience is about blending, treks in the forest, exploring the rivers, lounging on the beach and visiting indigenous communities. Our private cruises carefully take into account the composition of each group of travelers in order to select the best balance for your group.
- Dozens of great Brazil upscale tours and vacation packages here
- 14 Days Brazil's Amazon & Pantanal Tour Packages
 Duration: 14 Days / 13 Nights
Priced From: $7,895 pp dbl. occ.
Dates: Oct
9 Days Brazil: Amazon & Pantanal Tour Package
 Duration: 9 Days / 8 Nights
Priced From: $3615 pp Dbl. Occ.
Dates: Jul - Dec
- 11 Days Amazonia Voyage With Rio & Iguassu Luxury Tour Package
 Duration: 11 Days / 10 Nights
Priced From: $4,599 pp dbl. occ.
Dates: Sep - Dec
2 Days Manaus Heart of the Amazon Tour Package
 Duration: 2 Days / 1 Nights
Priced From: $354 pp dbl. occ.
7 Days Amazon River Discoverer Tour Package
 Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
Priced From: $1,735 pp dbl. occ.
Dates: Mar - Dec, Jan
BEACHES & LUAUS
To the surprise of many, one of the most exhilarating Amazon experiences we produce, are dinners and parties in some of the most isolated and beautiful river beaches in the world. They are revealed between August and March. These pristine stretches of sand, are perfect for sunning and relaxing by day and parting by night. A great environment for kids, the waters in the region are warm and calm.
- LOCAL COMMUNITIES
You will visit primitive local communities that rely exclusively on the river and forest for their sustenance. Some specialize is
craftwork with straw, others with rubber and some tends more towards farming (yes - in the Amazon!) A few visits during your trip is a great way to get to know a little more
RAINFOREST TREKKING
Explore the forest along native trails, most not traditionally visited by tourists. During your trip there will be fluent English speaking guides, academically prepared who have been working in the field for several years. This is the perfect for a closer
encounter with the local flora and regional myths (of which there are many!).
- EXPLORING THE RIVERS
This is the only region where the three kinds of Amazon eco-systems co-exist within a short distance from each other:
Blue water rivers – Tapajós
Black / blue water rivers – Arapiuns
Yellow water rivers – Amazon
We explore the rivers in large and small
boats. Swimming and some water
sports – (wake boarding)
- Four popular myths must be
dispelled for any prospect visit to the
Amazon:
THERE WILL BE LOTS OF ANIMALS –
the Amazon is not the place to see huge varieties of wildlife since they tend to hide away in the deep forest. You will see lots of birds, some monkeys, river dolphins and alligators.
THERE WILL BE LOTS OF BUGS
in areas of black and blue water rivers, there are in fact less mosquitoes then in any place of the Brazilian coastline.
YOU WILL ENCOUNTER NATIVE INDIANS
– real Indians that still live ‘naked’ and live in huts can only be found in very remote areas. You will however visit many indigenous communities that lead very basic lifestyles.
YOU CANNOT SWIM
– on the contrary, in most rivers, swimming is one of the most unforgettable experiences possible.
- The Amazon is a hot and humid destination. French explorer, Jacques Cousteau nick-named the Tapajós ‘Caribbean of the Amazon’ thanks to its clear water rivers and white sandy beaches that are revealed between August and April. During the rainy season, the Amazon is also in full splendor and visits will entail exploring the flooded forest and cruising in canoes almost at tree canopy level due to the variation in water levels in different seasons (10-15m) Temperatures in the Amazon are high averaging 31.4oC (90F). Rainfall is heavy but tends to be concentrated in 1 or 2 hour periods with the rest of the day
sunny. However, it is not uncommon to have longer windows of rain during the rainy season.
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