What is the typical length of Amazon Rainforest tours starting in Manaus?

Amazon tours from Manaus generally run between 3 and 6 days. The Amazon Clipper Premium operates 3-night river cruises on the Rio Negro while the Amazon Eco Park Lodge welcomes guests for 3 to 4 nights in their jungle facilities. For those seeking a deeper connection with the rainforest the Amazon Rainforest Sustainable Experience spans 6 days blending river activities and jungle exploration. Guest feedback confirms these timeframes work well with one TourRadar traveler noting "The organization and the tour itself were excellent."

What wildlife experiences can I expect on tours starting in Manaus?

Manaus tours put visitors face-to-face with the Amazon's rich wildlife. Regular sightings include pink dolphins in Lake Acajatuba night walks to spot nocturnal creatures and visits to the Monkey Forest rehabilitation center. Tours often include hands-on activities like piranha fishing nighttime caiman spotting and dawn bird watching at Lake Janauary. Early risers are often rewarded with sightings of howler monkeys sloths and tropical birds as they begin their day in the canopy.

What accommodation options are available for Amazon tours starting in Manaus?

The range of places to stay spans from riverside lodges to boat cabins and traditional hotels. Anavilhanas Lodge offers 16 stilted cottages and 4 bungalows complete with air conditioning and private balconies. The Amazon Clipper Premium features 16 outward-facing cabins with en-suite facilities. For a more traditional experience the Amazon Eco Park Lodge maintains 21 wooden bungalows along the Taruma River. Each option provides direct access to rainforest or river views with varying levels of comfort.

How are meals handled during Amazon tours starting from Manaus?

Full-board meal plans come standard with most Manaus tours. The Amazon Clipper Premium serves three daily meals showcasing regional Amazonian dishes. Jungle lodges like Anavilhanas Lodge operate dedicated restaurants with full meal service while the Amazon Eco Park Lodge provides breakfast lunch and dinner with both local and international dishes. The Amazon Rainforest Sustainable Experience includes options for both vegetarian and meat-eating guests ensuring everyone's dietary needs are met.

How do I get from Manaus city center to the jungle lodges?

Getting to the lodges involves a well-coordinated mix of transport. Most tours start with an 8:30 AM hotel pickup followed by a 30-minute speedboat ride across Rio Negro. Depending on your destination you might then take a car ride (about 50 minutes) to places like Paricatuba before boarding a motorized canoe for the final leg. A TourRadar traveler shares: "Be aware the journey to the lodge takes around 2.5 hours and involves a taxi 2 boat journeys and a bus ride - but the experience is worth it!" The Amazon Eco Park Lodge transfer takes about an hour combining bus and boat travel from Manaus.

What are the common starting points for tours within Manaus?

Tours depart from three key locations: Tropical Manaus Ecoresort marina Ceasa port and the main port near Teatro Amazonas. Amazon Clipper cruises leave from the main pier at 2:00 PM while jungle lodge tours often begin at Ceasa port at 9:00 AM. A TourRadar traveler notes: "The service from start to finish was great - they pick you up from the airport any time and handle all transfers to the departure points." Additional departure points include Hotel Tropical Manaus Amazon Eco Park Lodge and Marina do Davi.

Amazon Rainforest Tours from Manaus

An adventure starting in Manaus is a great way to see Amazon Rainforest. We have 35 tours that range from 3 days up to 12 days. The most popular time for tours from Manaus is January, which has the most tour departures.

10 best Amazon Rainforest tours from Manaus

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4 Days Living in the Brazilian Amazon
Duration
4 days
Destinations
Manaus
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
AmazonasNorthern BrazilAmazon RainforestAmazonian Basin+3 more
Operated in
English, Portuguese,Spanish+1 more
Operator
Responsible Travel South America
2% Off
From $3,100
US$3,050per person
Price based on Private Double Room
- Booking needs min. 2 travelers
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Amazon at 360°
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Manaus, Presidente Figueiredo
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
AmazonasNorthern BrazilAmazon RainforestAmazonian Basin+3 more
Operated in
English, Portuguese
Operator
ETours Brazil DMC
2% Off
From
US$1,300per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
12 Days in the Wild: Brazil Amazon Experience
Duration
12 days
Destinations
Manaus
Age Range
Ages 8+
Regions
AmazonasNorthern BrazilAmazon RainforestAmazonian Basin+3 more
Operated in
English, Portuguese,Spanish+1 more
Operator
Responsible Travel South America
2% Off
From $2,830
US$2,780per person
Price based on Private Double Room
- Booking needs min. 2 travelers
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Explorer
Manaus Amazon Adventure - 5 days
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Manaus, Careiro da Várzea, Careiro
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
AmazonasNorthern BrazilAmazon RainforestAmazonian Basin+3 more
Operated in
English
Operator
On The Go Tours
2% Off
From
US$895per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Manaus Amazon Express - 4 days
Duration
4 days
Destinations
Manaus, Careiro da Várzea, Careiro
Age Range
Ages 18+
Regions
AmazonasNorthern BrazilAmazon RainforestAmazonian Basin+3 more
Operated in
English
Operator
On The Go Tours
2% Off
From
US$790per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Amazon Wilderness Trekking
Duration
12 days
Destinations
Manaus
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
AmazonasNorthern BrazilAmazon RainforestAmazonian Basin+3 more
Operated in
English, Portuguese,Spanish+1 more
Operator
Nattrip
2% Off
From
US$3,150per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Guests at an Amazonian community in the heart of the jungle
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Manaus
Age Range
Ages 8+
Regions
AmazonasNorthern BrazilAmazon RainforestAmazonian Basin+3 more
Operated in
English
Operator
We Travel Discovery
2% Off
From
US$965per person
Price based on Private Double Room
- Booking needs min. 2 travelers
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Explorer
Manaus and Amazonas Eco Adventure (6 Days)
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Manaus, Careiro
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
AmazonasNorthern BrazilAmazon RainforestAmazonian Basin+3 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Hi Travel Argentina
2% Off
From
US$1,116per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Amazon Secrets - Presidente Figueiredo
Duration
4 days
Destinations
Manaus, Presidente Figueiredo
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
AmazonasNorthern BrazilAmazon RainforestAmazonian Basin+3 more
Operated in
English, Portuguese
Operator
ETours Brazil DMC
2% Off
From
US$1,680per person
Price based on Private Double Room
- Booking needs min. 2 travelers
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River Cruise
Iberostar Heritage Grand Amazon - 4 nights
5.0 (1 traveler review)
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Manaus, Lago de Acajatuba
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
AmazonasNorthern BrazilAmazon RainforestAmazonian Basin+3 more
Operated in
Only: German
Operator
DERTOUR
2% Off
From
US$1,156per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Active
Manaus Amazon Jungle Adventure 5D/4N
4.6 (23 traveler reviews)
"Food was plentiful and delicious. If you have an adventurous spirit you will love this!"
Kirily, traveled in December
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Manaus
Age Range
Ages 10+
Regions
AmazonasNorthern BrazilAmazon RainforestAmazonian Basin+3 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Bamba Travel
2% Off
From
US$732per person
Price based on Shared Room
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In-depth Cultural
Amazon Jungle - 4 Days
4.6 (17 traveler reviews)
"Very exciting, diverse and well organized activities in this beautiful natural wonder of the world. I would definitely recommend this experience to anybody who can do without some of the comfort of a hotel and appreciates nature."
Joschua, traveled in June
Duration
4 days
Destinations
Manaus
Age Range
Ages 6+
Regions
AmazonasNorthern BrazilAmazon RainforestAmazonian Basin+3 more
Operated in
English, German,Portuguese,Spanish+2 more
Operator
Amazon Amazing Tours
2% Off
From
US$700per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Explorer
Amazon Jungle - 3 Days
4.8 (6 traveler reviews)
"The food, landscape. accommodation,, everything was pretty good and what I want to emphasize is the excellent tour guide."
Takuya, traveled in February
Duration
3 days
Destinations
Manaus
Age Range
Ages 6+
Regions
AmazonasNorthern BrazilAmazon RainforestAmazonian Basin+3 more
Operated in
English, Portuguese,Spanish+1 more
Operator
Amazon Amazing Tours
2% Off
From
US$300per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Amazon Rainforest Sustainable Experience
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"Organization of and the Tour itself were excellent! I can highly recommend this Tour!"
Lukas, traveled in November
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Manaus
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
AmazonasNorthern BrazilAmazon RainforestAmazonian Basin+3 more
Operated in
English, Portuguese,Spanish+1 more
Operator
Nattrip
2% Off
From
US$1,950per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Safari
Stay at a lodge in the heart of the Brazilian Amazon rainforest
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Manaus
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
AmazonasNorthern BrazilAmazon RainforestAmazonian Basin+3 more
Operated in
English
Operator
We Travel Discovery
2% Off
From
US$677per person
Price based on Private Double Room
- Booking needs min. 2 travelers
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