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15 Amazon Animals: Unravel the Wildlife in Brazil
The richest ecosystem on Earth is home to countless species of animals. Discover the wildlife of the Amazon Rainforest! Known for its incredibly rich vegetation, the Amazon Rainforest is dense and diverse, with over 2,500 species of trees and 30,000 types of plants—out of 100,000 in all of South America. While the flora is abundant, […]

When is the Best Time to Visit the Amazon Rainforest in Brazil
Not sure when is the best time to travel to the Amazon? This guide will teach you everything about the forest’s seasons and help you plan your next vacation! With two very well-defined seasons (wet and dry seasons), the best time to visit the Amazon Rainforest depends on what you’re looking for. This is an […]

Pantanal or the Amazon: Which One Should you Choose?
Both incredible Brazilian biomes, the Pantanal is home to jaguars and other fantastic animals, while the Amazon Rainforest allows for unbelievable jungle experiences When planning an adventure into Brazil’s wildest landscapes, two destinations may come to mind: the Pantanal or the Amazon. Both are ecological powerhouses teeming with biodiversity, but they offer different experiences. Simply […]

Best Amazon Jungle Lodges in Brazil
Lodges in the Amazon Rainforest offer comfortable stay experiences, high-end services, and total immersion in nature Visiting the Amazon Rainforest is on the bucket list of travelers from all over the world, though many people wonder if the wild environment is the proper place to forget about work and all the responsabilities back at home. […]

How to Get to the Amazon Rainforest in Brazil?
Don’t know how to visit the Amazon Rainforest? Check our guide for routes to Amazonas, Mato Grosso and Pará and learn everything you need to know! If you’re wondering how to get to the Amazon Rainforest so you can start planning your next vacation, it’s important to point out that, contrary to popular belief, access […]

10 Facts about Pico da Neblina in the Amazon, Brazil
Learn more about Brazil’s highest mountain, a sacred Yanomami landmark hidden deep in the Amazon Rainforest Pico da Neblina is the highest peak in Brazil, standing at almost 3,000 meters above sea level. Hidden in the northwest Amazon, it rises above the rainforest canopy, and it’s almost always wrapped in mist. Beyond being the tallest […]

5 Brazil luxury vacation tips for an unforgettable nature trip
Planning a luxury vacation in Brazil? 5 expert tips on luxury lodges, Amazon cruises and private safaris to explore the wild in total comfort.

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 […]
Amazon adventures
See Amazon toursWake up in a river-view suite, spend a full day in Pacaya-Samiria, fish for piranhas, kayak, and spot pink dolphins on a luxury Amazon cruise in Peru.
from $7,420
Two nights in the Tambopata rainforest, a road over a 4,750 m pass, then the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu: Peru in 7 days.
from $1,700
Spend 2 nights at Posada Amazonas, the Ese Eja community’s lodge 2 hours from Puerto Maldonado. Climb a 40 m canopy tower and spot giant otters.
from $1,700



