Amazon Survival Expedition

The adventure commences in Manaus, the capital of the Amazonas. Our boat will take us to the Meeting of Waters, where Negro and Solimões Rivers run parallel to each other for many kilometers without mixing, and you might even catch a glimpse of curious Amazon river dolphins. From there, we’ll navigate through numerous lakes and creeks that are teeming with wildlife, where you can see the giant Amazon water lilies with their huge floating leaves.

On the way to the lodge, you’ll pass by native villages and floating houses of the Caboclo community. The abundance of diverse wildlife in this area, including birds, alligators, fish, sloths, and monkeys, makes it an ideal spot for observing wildlife.

Arriving at our base in the lodge, you’ll enjoy a buffet-style lunch of freshwater fish, beef, chicken, salads, and exotic fruits from the Amazon. After lunch, we’ll take a motorized canoe trip to explore the region, experiencing the pristine and diverse landscapes of the area. You’ll have the opportunity to observe a great variety of animals, such as the beautiful white egrets that gracefully walk among the floating grass islands. Dinner will be served at the lodge and the night is free to rest and prepare yourself before embarking on our adventure through the Amazon jungle.

Depart from our base via a motorized canoe and head towards Tracajá Lake, where you’ll find our first campsite (tapirí) made of wood and straw from the Babaçu tree. This campsite is located on the riverbank, making it convenient for activities since the rivers are the primary mode of transportation in this area. Lunch will be served in an open area by the river, with fresh fish roasted over an open fire. Activities for the day will be exploring the region by canoe, engaging in regional fishing, observing the diverse wildlife in the area, marvel at the sunset over the Mamori River.

Today’s adventure is all about exploring the flora and fauna of the Amazon. Accompanied by our expert guide, you’ll discover the local wildlife as we trek through the forest, and learn about medicinal plants. Our guide will introduce you to the diverse plant and animal species found in the area and teach you survival techniques in the jungle, like how to find food through foraging, hunting, and fishing. We’ll return to our campsite at the end of the day, and after dinner, we will leave the camp for a night tour to watch for animals.

Start your day with a delicious breakfast before embarking on a thrilling jungle trek on the trails. We’ll spend the day observing the incredible flora and fauna of the Amazon and taking photos of the magnificent scenery. Once we return to the camp, we’ll have some time to cool off with a refreshing swim in the nearby rivers. Dinner will be served, followed by a peaceful night’s sleep in comfortable hammocks complete with mosquito nets. Activities for the day: jungle trekking, observe to the unique flora and fauna of the Amazon, tour the flooded forest by paddle canoe, capture photos of special places on the Igapós and Igarapes.

After breakfast, we will embark on a canoe trip through the small channels (Igarapes). As we paddle, you will have the opportunity to see Amazon river dolphins (Botos), friendly mammals symbol of the Amazon, an exciting experience, such as other animals like monkeys, iguanas, snakes, caimans, and if we’re lucky, even spot a sloth taking a shower. In the afternoon, we will begin our journey back to civilization, crossing the Mamori lake at a leisurely pace. Once we have crossed the lake, we will say goodbye to our canoe. You will have a comfortable, clean room and enjoy a delicious meal.

After breakfast, you will have a free morning to relax and enjoy your final day at the Lodge. You can choose to paddle or go on the lodge’s Eco Trekking. Lunch will be provided at the lodge, and at 1:30 p.m., we will begin our transfer back to Manaus. We expect to arrive in Manaus around 5:00 p.m. and you can choose to be dropped off at either the City Center or Airport.

Join us for this Amazon Survival Expedition!