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From a floating lodge to your own small boat cruise

This Brazil holiday can be re-designed and tailor-made for your own unique experience

Introduction

Two ways to explore the Amazon for those passionate about getting out into the wilds to see some unique species. Firstly, Uakari Lodge in Mamirauá Reserve far to the west of Manaus and then a boat cruise and exploration on foot around the river archipelago of Anavilhanas National Park closer to the state capital.

Uakari Lodge guided activities in the heart of the Amazon
Your own personal boat & guide to explore the waters and wildlife of Anavilhanas National Park
Manaus, city of the Amazon
   

Wildlife drives
Wildlife spotting walks 
Canoe trips 
Boat trips
Canopy tower bird watching

Depart UK

Arrive Sao Paulo, connect to Manaus
Fly to Tefe & transfer to lodge
Nature activities

Nature activities

Nature activities
Return to Manaus
Morning city sightseeing, board cruise boat
Cruise the River Amazon & Rio Negro
Explore the uninhabited Anavilahanas archipelago
Explore the uninhabited Anavilahanas archipelago
Return to Manaus.
Fly to Sao Paulo, depart Brazil
Arrive UK.

Deep in the heart of the Amazon rainforest some 500km west of Manaus, there is a special reserve, Mamirauá that protects11,000kmof Varzea or flooded forest and wetlands. This Ramsar site is a huge conservation area linked to other pristine forest and has a huge number of mammals, birds and other orders of animals. There are two monkey species, white uakari and black squirrel monkey that are endemic occurring only within the reserve's boundaries. It is the perfect destination for wildlife lovers and nature enthusiasts and you will stay at Uakari Lodge, a floating oasis in the heart of the forest. This is no luxury lodge but will provide those who really want to experience the wilds of the Amazon from a community run lodge a great experience.

From Uakari Lodge, the second part of this trip is by boat closer to Manaus and the Meeting of the Waters, the Rio Negro and the Solimões that form the Amazon. You will stay on board a small vessel with your guide and seek out pink river dolphins and explore the backwaters of the Anavilhanas Archipelago. Time will be spent walking on trails and enjoying the wildlife from on deck as you cruise the labyrinth of backwater channels as well as seeking out nocturnal wildlife including night monkeys. There is also the chance to visit an indigenous community before returning to Manaus to depart.

June - September

Highlight species

Uacari monkey
Black squirrel monkey
River dolphins

Key species

Other monkey species
Sloth
Excellent for birds too many to mention

Cost from £

Please contact us for a cost for when you wish to travel.

Departure Dates

Any dates to your requirements

Difficulty

Generally an easy safari. Much time will be spent on the water with walking trails that may have roots and rough ground.

Flights

No direct flights from the UK. International flights usually via Sao Paulo. 

Time

GMT -4 hours

Any of the other wildlife destinations or head to a quiet beach in Bahia for example, for a complete contrast. Contact us to discuss further.

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