9 days – Expedition Amazon Rapids

• 6:00 a.m.: Pickup from your hotel and transfer to the airport.
• 8:00 a.m.: Flight from Manaus to Tefé.
• 9:00 a.m.: Arrive in Tefé, check-in, and refresh.
• 12:00 p.m.: Lunch at the market in Tefé.
• Afternoon: Water excursion to the community of Missão, learning about Amazonian history and indigenous culture.
• Evening: Birdwatching and dinner in Tefé before returning to the hotel.

Accommodation: Overnight in Tefé

Your adventure begins bright and early at 6:00 a.m., as your guides pick you up from your hotel and take you to the airport. The day starts with excitement as you board the 8:00 a.m. flight from Manaus to Tefé, where you can relax and enjoy sweeping aerial views of the Amazon jungle, a lush tapestry of green stretching as far as the eye can see.

Landing in Tefé by 9:00 a.m., you’ll have time to settle in, unpack, and refresh yourself for the day’s adventures. By noon, you’ll dive into the vibrant atmosphere of Tefé’s market, where local colors, aromas, and flavors surround you. After a delicious market lunch, it’s off to the docks for a water excursion that promises unforgettable sights.

A short trip upriver brings you to the community of Missão, a place rich with Amazonian history and culture. Here, you’ll connect with the traditions of the indigenous people, learning firsthand about their deep-rooted heritage and ways of life.

As the afternoon winds down, you’ll return to Tefé, where a peaceful birdwatching experience awaits, letting you observe Amazonian birds in their natural habitat. After dinner, you’ll retreat to the comfort of your hotel for a well-deserved rest, ready to dream of the adventures still to come.

• 6:00 a.m.: Departure by speedboat to Maraã.
• Noon: Lunch with locals in Maraã.
• 1:00 p.m.: Begin jungle tour, traveling upriver in a covered canoe to Lake Comapi.
• 6:00 p.m.: Set up campsite at Lake Comapi, learn hammock and mosquito netting setup.
• Evening: Spearfishing and night excursion to spot a wild black caiman.

Accommodation: Overnight in the jungle camp

On the second day, your adventure deepens as you leave Tefé by speedboat at 6:00 a.m., setting off toward the remote village of Maraã. By noon, you’ll be welcomed into the community with a warm, local lunch, followed by a walking tour through Maraã, where the culture and daily life of the Amazon’s residents come into vivid focus.

At 1:00 p.m., the real jungle tour begins as you travel upriver in a large, covered canoe. Over the next few hours, you’ll catch your first real glimpses of the Amazon’s untouched beauty, with your guides sharing insights into the unique features of the river and jungle as you make your way to Lake Comapi, arriving around 6:00 p.m.

Upon reaching the lake, your guides will lead you in setting up a safe, comfortable campsite. You’ll learn essential jungle skills, from hanging hammocks and securing mosquito nets to storing belongings safely for the night.

With camp prepared, you’ll venture to the lake to try your hand at spearfishing, catching the evening meal alongside your guides. As night falls and dinner is enjoyed, the excitement continues with a thrilling nighttime excursion.

Heading out on the water, your guides will help you search for the elusive black caiman, a creature that has roamed these waters for millennia. The guides will safely capture one, allowing you to observe it up close and learn about its role in this ancient ecosystem before releasing it unharmed.

After the night’s adventure, you’ll return to your lakeside camp, ready to sleep under the stars, immersed in the sounds of the Amazon jungle.

• 5:30 a.m.: Sunrise over Lake Comapi.
• 7:00 a.m.: Breakfast.
• Morning: Speedboat and canoe journey deeper into the jungle, observing wildlife and trying bow fishing.
• 11:00 a.m.: Arrive at the rapids, set up camp, and enjoy swimming.
• Evening: Spearfishing and hunting small animals.

Accommodation: Overnight in Lake Comapi camp

On the third day, you’ll rise early at 5:30 a.m. to witness the stunning sunrise over Lake Comapi, a peaceful start to the day as light filters through the trees, casting a warm glow over the water. Breakfast is served at 7:00 a.m., fueling you for the deeper adventure ahead.

Setting off by speedboat, you’ll journey further into the Amazon until the river narrows, requiring a switch to small canoes for the final stretch toward the rapids. Along the way, the jungle comes to life as you spot native animals, from playful monkeys and vibrant macaws to elusive giant otters and watchful caimans. With guidance, you’ll also get the chance to try bow fishing—a unique Amazonian skill that brings you closer to the river’s ecosystem.

By 11:00 a.m., you’ll reach the rapids and set up camp amidst the lush surroundings. The clear, rushing waters invite you for a refreshing swim, an ideal way to take in the beauty of the jungle around you.

As evening approaches, you’ll gather for another spearfishing session, followed by lessons in traditional hunting techniques for small game. Dinner will be enjoyed under the open sky, and as night falls, the sounds of the rapids will lull you to sleep, closing the day in harmony with the Amazon’s natural rhythms.

• Breakfast: By the Comapi rapids.
• Morning: Hike to Três Lagos (Three Lakes), learning about indigenous plants and animal tracks.
• Afternoon: Hunt for agouti and spotted paca. Relax, swim, and fish.

Accommodation: Overnight in Lake Comapi camp

The fourth day will start with breakfast beside the Comapi rapids, and then we will begin the four-hour hike to Três Lagos, or Three Lakes.

During the hike, your guides will point out various plants that the indigenous people use for food, medicine, and everyday life. You will also be able to ask questions about the jungle and learn how to spot animal tracks along the path. Because your group will be traveling in a relatively untouched area of the Amazon rainforest, you will have a unique opportunity to see many more kinds of plants and animals than if you were to trek through more commercialized areas.

Once we arrive at Três Lagos, we will hunt for agouti and spotted paca, both of which are large members of the rodent family, similar in appearance to guinea pigs or small capybaras. The afternoon and evening will be spent swimming, relaxing, and once again fishing for our dinner.

Overall, this day will be spent at a more relaxed pace so that you can have adequate time to enjoy the natural beauty of the rainforest and the lakes.

• 8:00 a.m.: Breakfast.
• 9:00 a.m.: Canoe deep into the jungle, hunting, fishing, and gathering supplies.
• Evening: Set up an overnight camp in a remote jungle area.

Accommodation: Overnight in the deep jungle camp

The fifth day will begin with breakfast at 8:00 a.m., and then we will prepare for a long, exciting day of canoeing, fishing, and hunting deep in the heart of the jungle.

We will take the hammocks and enough supplies for making an overnight camp deep in the jungle, and then we will set off at 9:00 a.m. in the canoes. Much of the day will be spent paddling up the small, branching creeks of the Amazon river to experience more of the untamed beauty of the rainforest. Throughout the journey, we will hunt, fish, and gather everything we need from the bounty of the jungle.

In the evening, we will set up camp much deeper in this wild portion of the jungle, and you will have the opportunity to get close to birds, rodents, reptiles, insects, and animals that you will likely never get to see anywhere else.

• 5:00 a.m.: Sunrise in the rainforest.
• Breakfast: Quick meal before breaking camp.
• Morning: Travel to Agua Branca (White Lake) for new wildlife experiences.
• Afternoon: Piranha fishing, birdwatching, and observations of black caimans.
• Evening: Camp at Maraã Lake.

Accommodation: Overnight in Maraã Lake camp

The day begins at 5:00 a.m., offering a magical chance to watch the rainforest awaken with the sunrise. After a quick breakfast, you’ll return to the lakeside base camp to pack up for the next leg of your adventure.

Once camp is broken down, you’ll journey to Agua Branca, or White Lake, where an entirely new ecosystem awaits. The surroundings here reveal a different side of the Amazon, with unique wildlife, trees, and plants that create a fresh and fascinating contrast.

Your day will be filled with Amazonian traditions—fishing for piranha, birdwatching, and observing the stealthy black caimans. Using bows, spears, and nets, you’ll catch fresh fish for dinner, rounding out a day steeped in the culture and skills of the jungle. As evening approaches, you’ll head back to Maraã Lake, where you’ll set up camp, settling in for a restful night beneath the jungle canopy.

• Sunrise: Breakfast overlooking Maraã Lake.
• Morning: Leisure time to swim, birdwatch, and relax.
• 11:00 a.m.: Depart Maraã for Manaus on a large boat.

Accommodation: Overnight in the slow boat cabin

On day seven, you’ll greet the sunrise with a peaceful breakfast overlooking the serene lake—a perfect moment to savor the Amazon’s beauty one last time. The morning offers leisure time to swim, birdwatch, or simply soak in the surroundings, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the tranquility of the jungle.

By mid-morning, the camp will be packed up, and at 11:00 a.m., you’ll board a spacious, comfortable boat for the return journey from Maraã to Manaus. As you glide down the river, you’ll have time to reflect on the incredible experiences of the past days, carrying unforgettable memories of the Amazon back with you.

• Onboard: Enjoy the boat ride with ample seating, TVs, and a snack bar. Meals are served on board, and you’ll have views of the river and jungle. Relax and watch the sunset.

Accommodation: Overnight in the slow boat cabin

The final full day of your Amazon journey is dedicated to pure relaxation as you travel by boat, just as the locals do. With a spacious deck for strolling, you’ll have panoramic views of the river and the sprawling jungle, a breathtaking sight that shifts with every bend in the waterway.

The boat is equipped with comfortable seating, televisions, and a snack bar, making your time onboard as enjoyable as it is scenic. You’ll be served breakfast, lunch, and dinner on board, with each meal offering a chance to unwind and savor the experience. As evening falls, you’ll witness a stunning Amazonian sunset, followed by an unobstructed view of the star-studded night sky—a perfect close to a remarkable journey.

6:00 a.m.: Arrival in Manaus. End of tour.

On the final morning of your Amazon adventure, the boat arrives in Manaus around 6:00 a.m., signaling the end of an extraordinary journey. As the city awakens before you, you’ll carry with you unforgettable memories of the jungle, the river, and the remarkable experiences shared along the way.