Top Amazon Outdoor Activities

Get the full Amazon experience when you book this full-day excursion that begins in Manaus. Take a speed boat ride along the Black River to an area where you can swim with docile river dolphins and observe them in the wild. Then, visit an indigenous community to learn about the local culture and lifestyle. Finally, see where the Black and Amazon rivers converge at the “meeting of the waters.”

Explore the sparkling waterfalls of Presidente Figueiredo on a day trip from Manaus. With a local adventure guide, travel 66 miles (107km) north to an area of lush, uninhabited jungle dotted with refreshing cascades of crystal-clear water. Visit Gruta do Refugio do Maroaga, a cave containing a shallow stream that is home to amphibians, alligators, turtles and bats. Explore the cave, swim in the water and view the local wildlife that inhabits this swath of unspoiled forest. 

With two days, so much is possible in the Amazon. On this tour, you’ll start in Manaus, seeing both the natural and human side of this world-famous river—think visiting former rubber plantations, seeing an Indigenous village, and staying overnight with a local family alongside jungle-trekking, fishing for piranha, spotting cayman, finding medicinal plants, and more.

Immersion in the Amazon, learn a little more about the natural beauties and the Amazonian culture. Contemplate the meeting of the waters, visit the indigenous tribe, interact with the Amazon river dolphins. And enjoy a beautiful regional lunch

Explore the Amazon Rainforest on a 3-day jungle adventure tour from Manaus. With a local guide, cross the Rio Negro by speedboat and arrive at a jungle lodge near the village of Paricatuba. Paddle a canoe through the small tributaries of the Rio Negro to fish for piranhas. Set out after dark to see alligators and other nocturnal nightlife in the jungle. Trek through the forest with a nature guide to learn about medicinal plants and their traditional uses. Learn about the traditional farming methods during a visit to a local indigenous tribe, the Caboclos.

Fish for piranha and watch out for lurking alligators while boating on the Solimoes River during this excursion from Manaus. With a local guide, travel to Iranduba via boat, watching the local fisherman go about their daily work during the peaceful journey. Bait a hook and drop it in the Solimoes; relax and wait for the piranha to do what they do best — bite. When dusk falls, look for alligators floating on the surface of the water as the boat navigates up the small channels around the river. Watch as your naturalist guide catches an alligator with his bare hands for closer examination and education. 

Combine a visit to the Meeting of the Waters, a trip to an indigenous village, and a chance to see the Amazon river dolphin in the wild during this 8-hour speedboat tour from Manaus. National Park entrance fees, lunch, and round-trip transportation from your Manaus hotel are included.

Escape Manaus and enter the Amazon rain forest to enjoy a motorized canoe ride through one of the largest jungles on the planet. During a 3-hour hike, look for wildlife and learn about medicinal plants from your guide. Take advantage of photo opportunities to create a lasting record of your adventure.

Get to know the Juma lake area in one of the best lodges of the region. You will have an unique experience in the Amazon Jungle and have the oppurtunity to get to know more about its animals and plants. This is a tour for those who wants some time in the nature with some exciting adventures and rest in a beautiful place.

Observe the unique phenomenon of the ‘meeting of the waters’—which refers to the union of the dark waters of the Black River with the clear currents of the Solimões River—on a day trip from Manaus. Ideal for nature lovers, this excursion increases your chances of spotting rare wildlife in the Amazon jungle and comes with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off, so you can avoid the hassle of finding a meeting point.

Explore the Amazon from the inside out by camping and trekking in dense jungle and getting up-close to an array of unique wildlife. With one night sleeping in a comfortable lodge and another in a hammock slung between tropical rainforest trees, this 3-day tour offers an intrepid introduction to the sights, sounds, and colors of the Brazilian Amazon.

Experience the beauty of the Amazon as you venture deep into the jungle on this 3-day tour. Join a small group and spend two nights in a jungle lodge with several day excursions. Visit a floating village, fish for piranhas, see where two rivers converge, and learn about the delicate ecosystem of the rain forest from your guide.

Explore the lungs of the world on a journey through the Amazon rainforest from Manaus. Traverse the Amazon on foot during a 3-hour jungle trek and observe the incredibly diverse flora and fauna. Then head to the largest freshwater archipelago, Anavilhanas, on the Rio Negro to explore the area and enjoy a traditional Amazonian lunch on the banks of the river or a floating house, depending on the weather.

Explore the Amazon rainforest on a 4-day jungle adventure tour from Manaus. Paddle a canoe through the small tributaries of the Rio Negro to fish for piranhas. Set out after dark to see alligators and other nocturnal nightlife in the jungle. Trek through the forest with a nature guide to learn about medicinal plants and their traditional uses. Learn about the traditional farming methods during a visit to a local indigenous tribe, the Caboclos. Spend the night out in the virgin forest camping with a local guide and learn to extract everything you need to survive from the jungle. Accommodation, meals and round-trip transportation from Manaus are included.

Explore the plant and animal life of the Amazon rainforest during this 2-day trip from Salvador. With a local guide, travel to a rainforest lodge in the small village of Paricatuba, located approximately 52 miles (85 km) from Manaus. Paddle a canoe through the small tributaries of the Rio Negro to fish for piranhas. Set out after dark to see alligators and other nocturnal nightlife in the jungle. Trek through the forest with a nature guide to learn about medicinal plants and their traditional uses. Round-trip transportation, meals and overnight lodging are included.

Adventure, nature-loving travelers will enjoy the chance to get active in the Amazon Rainforest safely. This four-day tour includes trekking, kayaking, and camping. Avoid getting lost or running into trouble in the jungle by going with a group and guide. Learn more about the amazing forest and its wildlife and ecosystems while having fun.

See the Meeting of the Waters, where the Negro and Solimoes rivers run side by side, during this 6-hour tour from Manaus. Cruise along the waterways, past floating villages, until you reach the famous spot, where your local guide will explain the mechanics of this phenomenon. Watch for native flora and fauna along the riverbanks on the way to Januari Lake, where you'll stop for a traditional Amazonian lunch comprised of fresh fish and produce. If the water levels are high enough, tour the flooded mangrove forests before returning to dry land. Round-trip transportation from Manaus hotels is provided.

Discover the historic landmarks of Manaus and enjoy a river cruise during this 5-hour private sightseeing trip. Check out city attractions like the Provincial Palace, Rio Negro Palace, and Amazonas Opera House. You’ll also tour the city market and finish with an included river cruise aboard a covered speedboat. All entrance fees are also included.

Experience what life in the jungle would be like without any modern amenities during this half-day survival tour from Manaus. Join a small group and head into the Amazon Rain Forest with an expert who guides you through a series of survival tasks which include searching for water and food, building a fire, creating traps, and constructing a shelter.

Get up close and personal with the Amazon River’s formidable black caimans on this exciting night-time nature cruise with a twist. Take a boat along the Amazon and Solimões rivers with your guide and visit these creatures, the brothers and sisters of the American and Chinese alligator, in their natural habitats. This exciting tour sets out in the evening, giving you the opportunity to enjoy remarkable views of the Amazon at dusk.

Explore the heart of the Amazon on this 5-hour private tour from Manaus. Head out on the Amazon River by speedboat and discover the wildlife that lives in this massive forest. See where the Rio Negro and Amazon River meet and learn why the rivers are two different colors. Go piranha fishing and search for Amazonian alligators while listening to commentary from your guide about the region and its history.

The Amazon rainforest covers much of northwestern Brazil and is the world's largest tropical rainforest that's known for its biodiversity. Explore this natural attraction on this private all-day guided tour, which can be modified according to your group's needs. Visit an indigenous tribe and join in their traditional dances, go piranha fishing, and search for Amazonian alligators at night.

This is an excursion designed for ecological tourism lover. We will take you to one of the most beautiful regions of northwestern Brazil to explore the incredible waterfalls of Presidente Figueiredo, undoubtedly a magical landscape.