Amazon River Tours and Tickets

Our experience was well organised from start to finish. I booked through Viator and the transport was GreyLine but Amazon Explorers actually provided the experience on the day with their own boat and an ‘English speaking guide’ Mr Alves. I arranged by email to be collected from our hotel and they duly obliged, sending a reminder and contacting our hotel the night before to confirm pick up time 07:45. No issues with any of the things we did, they were experiences that we will never probably do again. Our son who lives in Brazil and speaks Portuguese accompanied us. There were two issues which were very disappointing. 1/ The commentary was given in a few different languages by Mr Elves but he focused much of the commentary in Portuguese and only contributed small parts in English. There were at least 9 people who spoke English, so we were annoyed at missing out on learning about the historical facts and more. 2/ There was a problem with a faulty microphone which could not be fixed, so when our guide provided any commentary it was against the background of the boats engine. The visits to the Porpoises (we swam with them), Meeting of the Waters, The Indigenous People and lunch were most enjoyable. We had a short 20 minute walk along a wooden bridge to see Giant Lilli Pads. Most people wore shorts, long trousers are not needed, as it was so hot. This was a once in a lifetime trip to Brazil and highly recommended, but I was disappointed with the lack of English commentary. We did complain at the time, but there was not much improvement.

The waterfalls in Presidente Figueiredo were amazing. I have never seen so many waterfalls in the same geographic area. I recommend wearing galoshes while walking in the trails. It does not cost very much. I think they should include that in the price.

Marco was very good. He could speak English very well and we appreciated that. He was also very knowledgeable and took us to lots of places in his small boat that we would not have had a chance to visit otherwise. Hotel pickup is a must for us, so this was great and he was on time. Thanks.

We were picked up and dropped off at our hotel, which was far from the port. We had a great, English speaking guide, and really enjoyed each of the different things we did on our tour. Swim with Pink Dolphins? DONE That!! Hold a Sloth? Done That!! Fish for Really Really Big Fish? Done That. We both agree that this tour was a great value for the money Recommend it to everyone, old or young.

Monky island was amazing! But what made the entire trip fantastic was our guide Victor with his astonishing insight in everything! From trees, animals and food! Thank you

Took time out with my grown sons to connect. Best part was that no cell for 1.5 days which force them to get unplug and take it all in. I would recommend this trip to everybody. Long enough to appreciate nature without making it to long. This was a great tour.

Great experience swimming with wild porpoise Seeing the famous meeting of the waters Visiting the indigenous people Pictures with sloths, parrots, snakes and cayman Dancing with tribesmen Poor lunch Then catching enormous fish Francisco was excellent guide

The canopy walk where we saw the jungle, monkeys, and the large lily pads. And that's all I have to say about that.