Amazon
Travel stories, guides and field notes from PlanetaEXO.

How Many Days Should You Spend in the Amazon?
When planning your trip to the Amazon, don’t forget to consider logistics, seasons, and your travel style To truly experience the rainforest, it’s recommended to book a trip for at least 3 full days, but deciding how many days you should stay in the Amazon Rainforest depends on what experiences you’re looking for, as well […]

10 Amazon Rainforest Travel Tips to Make the Most of your Adventure
Discover how to prepare for your Amazon Rainforest trip with practical tips, local insights, and sustainable travel advice Planning a trip to the Amazon in Brazil is no ordinary travel experience. With its immense size, rich biodiversity, and complex logistics, this magnificent place might challenge even the most seasoned travelers. This is a destination where […]

Best Places to Visit in the Amazon, Brazil
The Amazon Rainforest offers unique landscapes and diverse experiences spread across different Brazilian states Covering a staggering area of approximately 5 million km², the Amazon Rainforest in Brazil hides a whole universe of biodiversity across different states, with emphasis on ecotourism in Amazonas, Pará, and Mato Grosso. In other words, it holds destinations and activities […]

What to Do in the Amazon Rainforest: Top Outdoor Activities in Brazil
Looking forward to seeing up close one of the most impressive natural wonders of the planet? Check out a curated list of the top activities in the Amazon, Brazil The possibilities of the Amazon in Brazil are as vast as its impressive expanse of nearly 5 million km². With options for solo travelers, couples, families, […]

Jaú National Park: In the heart of the Amazon, Brazil
Discover Jaú National Park in Brazil, one of the largest protected areas of the Amazon, including its locations, history, culture, wildlife, and much more! Jaú National Park covers an impressive area of 2.27 million hectares in the middle of the Amazon Rainforest, protecting the entire basin of the Jaú River, a blackwater tributary of the […]

Anavilhanas National Park, the archipelago of the Amazon in Brazil
Learn everything you should know about the Anavilhanas in the Amazon Rainforest, including its history, how to get there, the best time to visit, what to do, and more! Anavilhanas National Park is home to the second largest river archipelago in the world. Located on the Rio Negro in the Amazon Rainforest, Brazil, it holds […]

Ecotourism in the Amazon Rainforest: 7 Tours to Connect with Nature
From jungle lodges to river cruises, see how ecotourism in Brazil thrives in these 7 incredible Amazon tours! Highlighted by The Wall Street Journal in 2024 as a nature destination worth visiting, ecotourism in the Amazon Rainforest is crucial for economic growth, for the financial health of local communities, and for environmental protection. Every year, […]

What’s the Best Time of the Year for Amazon River Cruises in Brazil?
The activities of river cruises in the Amazon Rainforest differ depending on the season, making each trip totally remarkable As ecotourism tours in the Amazon become even more comfortable and focused on exploring nature responsibly, river cruises are great for travelers looking for comfort, rich itineraries, eco-friendly practices, and one-of-a-kind experiences. Considering the influence of […]

10 fascinating facts about the Amazon pink river dolphin
Discover 10 fascinating facts about the Amazon pink river dolphin — shifting colours, a 180° neck and ancient legends. Explore the Amazon with PlanetaEXO.

Is Manaus Safe? A Guide for Travelers Heading to the Amazon, Brazil
Discover the best practices for a safe and smooth passage through Manaus, the gateway to travel in the Amazon Rainforest Minutes before landing at Eduardo Gomes International Airport in Manaus, Amazonas, travelers see from their window seat a contrasting view: two of the largest tributaries of the Amazon River forming the fascinating Meeting of the […]

The Amazon River, Brazil: A Guide to the World’s Greatest River
Understand the importance of the world’s largest river regarding ecological balance, cultural preservation, and ecotourism Brazil’s Amazon River is a continent-spanning hydrological system that determines weather patterns as far away as Texas and the Sahara. Its sheer size and great importance to the ecosystem make it a key element to the Earth’s balance. As a […]

Best Amazon River Cruises in Brazil
Enjoy an exceptional ecotourism experience with the best river tours in the Amazon, comfortable onboard accommodations and wonderful activities in the forest Cruise ships are loved by many people, but did you know you can cruise on rivers? Better yet, did you know you can sail across the rivers of the Amazon Rainforest, like Negro […]
Amazon adventures
See Amazon toursIdeal for travelers on a tight schedule, it combines comfort, adventure, and a quick, yet immersive, jungle experience in the Amazon Rainforest.
from R$ 2.950
Navigate two national parks, Jaú and Anavilhanas, on a comfortable riverboat: dolphins, caves, piranha fishing and Indigenous community visits.
from R$ 14.540
Wake up on the Rio Negro at Mirante do Gavião, a luxury Amazon lodge in Brazil facing Anavilhanas, with all-inclusive tours, meals and transfers.
from R$ 12.070



