Experience an unforgettable 5-day, 4-night adventure in the heart of the Brazilian Amazon aboard the Grand Amazon Expedition. Navigate the region's rivers, discover lush landscapes, and participate in excursions to learn about the local flora, fauna, and culture. The package includes accommodation, full board, and shared activities led by English-speaking guides, with experiences such as boat trips, nature observation, piranha fishing, and visits to local communities, depending on the itinerary. An ideal way to explore Amazonian biodiversity and enjoy the comfort of an exclusive cruise.
Itinerary
Day 1 – Monday | Boarding and sailing on the Negro River
At 3:00 PM, check in at the Port of Manaus and get ready to begin an unforgettable adventure through the Brazilian Amazon. At 6:00 PM, the boat will set sail on the Rio Negro, offering you the chance to watch the sunset from the deck. At 7:00 PM, enjoy a welcome cocktail hosted by the captain, along with an introduction to the crew and a briefing on safety procedures. The day will conclude with dinner on board, from 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM.
Day 2 – Tuesday | Igarapés de Jaraqui and Três Bocas archipelago
After breakfast, from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m., participate in an excursion to the Jaraqui region. You can choose between a hike through the rainforest to observe the local flora and fauna or a boat trip along the igarapés, the narrow waterways characteristic of the Amazon.
During the day, you can also attend an introductory talk about the Amazon, visit the cockpit and participate in onboard entertainment activities.
In the afternoon, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm, enjoy a boat trip among the islands of Três Bocas, part of one of the world's largest river archipelagos. In the evening, after dinner, there will be entertainment on the terrace.
Day 3 – Wednesday | Cuieiras River Community and Night Excursion
In the morning, from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m., visit an indigenous community in the Cuieiras River region to learn about their way of life, customs, and traditional crops. You will also have the opportunity to discover local crafts.
Throughout the day, you can attend a talk about the fish of the Amazon, visit the bridge and enjoy the onboard entertainment activities.
In the afternoon, starting at 4:00 pm, take part in an excursion around the Ariaú region, with a boat ride and a visit to a local property, or enjoy a piranha fishing activity, depending on the available schedule.
After dinner, from 9:30 pm to 10:30 pm, experience an exciting nighttime boat excursion to discover the Amazonian wildlife and listen to the sounds of the jungle as night falls.
Day 4 – Thursday | Amazonian dolphins, Rubber Museum and gala night
The morning begins with a sunrise boat excursion, from 5:45 to 6:45 a.m., along the Ariaú River region, where you can admire the landscape illuminated by the first rays of sunlight and observe birds. A morning excursion to observe Amazon river dolphins and visit a river beach is also planned, according to the activity program.
During the day, you can participate in a talk about the birds of the Amazon, visit the control cabin and enjoy free time on board.
In the afternoon, from 2:30 to 4:30 pm, visit the Seringal Vila Paraíso Museum, also known as the Rubber Museum, to learn more about the history of rubber extraction and its importance in the development of the Amazon region.
In the evening, from 7:45 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., enjoy a gala dinner on board. The evening continues at 9:30 p.m. with a folklore show celebrating regional culture and traditions.
Day 5 – Friday | Meeting of the Waters and disembarkation
At dawn, between 06:00 and 06:15 h, witness the famous Meeting of the Waters, where the Negro and Solimões rivers flow side by side without immediately mixing, creating one of Brazil's most emblematic natural phenomena.
After breakfast, the ship will return to the Port of Manaus at 8:00 a.m. Disembarkation is scheduled between 8:00 and 8:30 a.m., bringing this four-night experience in the Brazilian Amazon to a close.
