Few places ignite the imagination like the Amazon. The largest forest on the planet has astounding plant and animal life. Surprising to many visitors, the wetlands also contain historic cities, beautiful river beaches and one of the most important archaeological sites in South America.
The Amazon rainforest is huge, and you can enter from several different countries: Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia and even Venezuela. Whether you want to check it out doing full-day trips from Manaus or immerse yourself in one of the jungle lodges - full of guided activities - or even cruise aboard a 200 people vessel, we have the ideal package for you to realize the trip of a lifetime.
CEIBA TOPS, the newest of Explorama’s lodges, opened in 2000, is located on the banks of the Amazon River just 40 km (25 mi) from Iquitos. Ceiba Tops offers the comforts of home, air conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, in the most luxurious of Amazonian Rainforest settings.
At Ceiba Tops, elaborate gardens, a swimming pool, water slide, hammock house and the Esmeralda lounge all complement the surrounding exotic environment and you can even stay in touch with your home via free WiFi Internet. Ceiba Tops is perfect for stays of one or more nights. For families, connecting rooms are available or you can upgrade your Amazonian Adventure by choosing the Presidential, Ministerial or Junior Suite.
178 km south of Manaus in middle of the biological reserve of the Rio Tupana an ecological paradise, an area which is very rich in fauna and flora, where one can find a large variety in water birds, mammals, reptiles, and during specific times of the year also a excellent place for sport fishing.
The trip to the hotel begins with an adventure passing by the meeting of the waters where Rio Negro and Solimões - the two major rivers of the Amazon meet to form the mighty Amazon River, followed by a travel on road for 178km on the BR 319 that connects to the famous Transamazônica (the first road that connected the state of Amazonas to the rest of the country, but unfortunately today is partly destroyed). During the trip to the Amazon Tupana Lodge you will be able to view a very rich scenery with large quantities of Vitoria Amazonia and birds.
The Amazon Tupana Lodge is a small jungle hotel with a very charming atmosphere. The rustic architecture of the lodge has been carefully planed to live harmoniously with nature and specially to adapt itself the environment, but still with the purpose to offer comfort during your stay in the beautiful Amazonian rain forest. $ 417 PP
Amazonat Jungle Resort is located 98 miles east of Manaus, in northern Brazil. Amazonat Jungle Resort features 10 duplex chalets, or 20 apartments, with a maximum capacity of 60 persons. The accommodations were built with upmost sensitivity to the landscape and concern for the preservation of the environment. All apartments are fully equipped with a bedroom with queen-size bed, a bathroom, and a living area with an additional single bed. A large outside deck with hammocks brings the guest into intimate contact with the nearby jungle. The privately owned property is covered with pristine forest interlaced by small creeks connected to the Urubu River, one of the main tributaries of the Amazon, near the delta of the Rio Negro. The acidity of the water in this region inhibits the proliferation of viruses and mosquitoes. So in other words, vacations at Amazonat Resort can be considered mosquito free! Amazonat Jungle Resort offers the most exhilarating vacation of your lifetime. It will delight those who wish to discover the riches of ecological complexity and pattern, whilst providing the relaxation and sunbathing opportunities of a beach holiday. $ 455 PP
We invite you to come and discover The Amazon, at the largest Eco-Friendly hotel in its surroundings, The Ariau Amazon Towers.
Completely built at tree top level over the Amazon River, The Ariau Amazon Towers is a true jewel of the Amazonian Rain forest. Unlike any other Amazon hotel, Ariau was first opened in 1987, this Eco friendly hotel was built by Dr. Francisco Ritta Bernardino under the inspiration of the world renowned oceanographer Jacques Cousteau. Cousteau's declarations during those days sounded like a premonition: "Today the world is concerned about nuclear war, but this threat will disappear. The war of the future will be between those who defend nature and those who destroy it. The Amazon will be in the eye of the hurricane. Scientists, politicians, and artists will land here to see what is being done to the forest".
Today the Ariau Amazon Towers has become a true jewel of the Amazon. With 263 rooms built in a 65 acre structure over the Rio Negro, this green hotel offers an adventurous experience like no other.
Recognized as one of the 1000 places to see before you die and visited by personalities such as, Bill Gates, The Royal Family of Spain, The Royal Family of Sweden, Roman Polanski, and Susan Sarandon among others, the Ariau Amazon Towers is a fascinating destination within the biggest bio-diversity in the world.
$ 405 PP
Explore Brazil's most popular eco destinations. Rio's Breathtaking Beaches and Atlantic Rainforest to the Majestic Amazon Basin on to the Mighty Iguassu Falls. This package is the single best overview for those looking to sample Brazil's delights and ecological wonders. You can't afford to miss these attractions -- and with this package, you won't!
Culture, Culture, Culture. From the Cariocas love for life in Rio to the African Colonial heritage & music of Salvador to the indigenous peoples & villages of the Amazon. This package is sure to inspire your soul for more of this diverse Country.
Built in 1986 and totally remodelled in 2006, this small river boat with capacity to 14 passengers, has (7) double cabins consisting of:
Main Deck:
• Two (2) Doubles (2 beds 90cms x 2.0 meters)
• Two (2) with bunk beds (2 beds 90cms x 2.0 meters).
Upper Deck:
• Three (3) Doubles (2 beds 90cms x 2.0 meters).
• All cabins with private bathrooms, with wood panelling, shower, water heater and air extracting system; organic and environmentally friendly amenities.
• Cabins are furnished with: firm mattresses, latex pillows to prevent allergies; pure 100% high quality cotton sheets, pillow cases and bath robes.
• Silent split air-conditioning units with individual remote control.
• Two open closets.
• Reading lights.
• 110/220 sockets on both cabin and private bathroom.
The Pantanal is the world’s largest contiguous wetland area (actually an alluvial plain) located in the center of South America, spanning three countries. It’s a perfect ecological niche for a great number of birds, reptiles and other animals to the delight of wildlife lovers and photographers.
The mythical Amazon can only be described in superlatives. It covers an area of more than 5 millions square kilometers and is the largest and most intact rain forest region in the world. Through this large area, flows an extensive drainage system of more than thousand rivers, which account for 20% of the world’s fresh surface water.
And you can experience BOTH of these incredible eco-systems in just one week starting from Cuiaba in the state of Mato Grosso - it's the northern-most part of the Pantanal and southern-most part of the Amazon, so its easy to combine two ecosystems in one.
This is the ultimate eco adventure trip for those who want to make the most of their time - and budget!
Experience the many faces of Brazil. Enjoy Cosmopolitan Rio with its Samba music and sun-drenched beaches. Next is Salvador da Bahia, the cultural heartland of Brazil, so rich in Afro-Brazilian history. Proceed to the Amazon for sights and sounds not found elsewhere. And last is the majestic Iguassu Falls, causing Eleanor Roosevelt to lament, “My poor Niagara!”
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