Full Day Amazon River Experience with Night Boat Tour

4.8
(29 reviews)
Manaus, Brazil

10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Portuguese and 2 more

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the Amazon and Negro Rivers aboard a comfortable speedboat. The tour reveals the rainforest, its waters, wildlife, culture, and breathtaking landscapes.

Starts with the Meeting of the Waters, where the dark Rio Negro and the sandy‑colored Solimões run side by side without mixing—one of the Amazon’s most iconic natural wonders. As you navigate deeper into the region, you’ll pass by a floating village of traditional boat houses, explore tributaries rich in wildlife, and admire the serene beauty of Lake Janauary, home to the famous giant water lilies.

The piranha fishing, river dolphin observation, and a peaceful exploration of the flooded forest, where towering trees rise from the water. As evening approaches, you’ll witness a stunning Amazon sunset, followed by an exciting night safari to spot nocturnal animals such as caimans and owls.

Led by experienced local guides, this tour offers a deep connection to the Amazon’s nature and culture.

What's Included

Private transportation
Speedboat used in this activity, depending on the groups size.
Bottled water
Lunch
Life jackets used in the boat
Air-conditioned vehicle
English Speaking Tour Guide
drinks are paid separetely

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

The customers must wait at the hotel`s reception. We will provide transfers to pick them up and drop them off

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • Manaus (Pass by)

    We will provide a transfer service for the customer's convenience, with pick up at any hotel in the Manaus city area. We normally use private cars

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Meeting of Waters

    By speedboat, you will explore different parts of the Amazon, you will see the Manaus waterfront, where you will see the port, the Manaus market, and its different areas, and there will be explanations about the places where you will pass by. The first famous attraction will be the meeting of the rivers, Negro and Solimoes, together they form the mighty Amazon River, stop for photos and explanation.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Comunidade do Catalao Amazonas

    By speedboat, you will pass by a small village formed by floating houses, where the locals live on water all year round. Their life is based on the water cycles, we will pass slowly to see the houses and how they live in that place.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Amazon River

    There are a small tributaries around the village where you can see the beauty of Amazon region, nature, rivers and flooded forest, available from February to August.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Parque Ecologico Janauari

    Janauary lake is the main spot in our day tour, in that place we will stop and walk over wooden bridges to see the famous giant lily pads, beautiful aquatic plants that reach more than 2 meters in diameter, in the same area you will enjoy the landscape and the richness in wildlife available. Stop for lunch in a local restaurant, which was built over the river, is an amazing experience where you can enjoy the regional life. After lunch, we will take the boat and we will explore more of the flooded forest. The flooded forest tour is possible only from February to August, when the river levels are high enough to navigate. During the other period, the place is completely dry.

    3 hours Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Parque Ecologico Janauari

    In the same area, we will search for a good place to fish for piranhas. The locals fear them due to their sharp teeth, using bamboo pools and pieces of beef, we will fish for them in the jungle and wait for the sunset to do the next activity

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Manaus

    Sailing through the Negro river, we will explore some beautiful areas by slow navigation, and you can see the beauty and majesty of river dolphins, observing them from far in their natural habitat.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Amazon River

    When the night comes, with a powerful flashlight, you will search for the Amazonian alligators. Together with your guide, you can listen to the night sounds and spot other nocturnal animals in the middle of the Amazon rainforest. The tour intends to show the alligators, to explain their behavior, and then release them in the same place to avoid any impact on their life. After this activity, you will come back to Manaus and will be transferred to your hotel in Manaus.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • Port of Manaus (Pass by)

    After the tour, you will come back to Manaus using a local port, and the transfer will take you to the hotel.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Amazon Destinations

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Jet Boat Rentals
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Water Tours
Seasonal
Speed Boat Rentals
Shore Excursions
Excellent Quality
Adventure Tours
Involves Animals
Port Pickup

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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