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River Cruise
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Manaus
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Manaus
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English, Portuguese
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20
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Full board
- Hassle-Free Booking
- Handpicked Local Partners
- Sustainable Travel
- Book with Flexibility
About the adventure
Experience moments of adventure and connection on this Luxury Amazon Cruise in Brazil, the world’s greatest natural wonder, the Amazon Rainforest. Embark on the majestic Zaltana boat and cruise the waters of the Rio Negro and its tributaries in comfort and immersion.
Join us on an expedition to Anavilhanas National Park, the second-largest river archipelago in the world with over 400 islands and 60 lakes. Experience a range of activities that will deepen your appreciation of this unique environment. Navigate water trails through lush forests, meet Amazon river dolphins, observe diverse wildlife, swim in the warm waters of the Amazon and interact with local communities. Explore the forest’s rich plant diversity and understand the life cycle of this extraordinary ecosystem.
Discover the world’s largest rainforest while staying in one of the 10 air-conditioned suite cabins aboard the Zaltana boat. Wake up each morning to breathtaking views of nature while enjoying comfortable accommodation.
You can also take a look at our other Amazon river cruises and check out other opportunities to travel through the Brazilian Amazon.
This Luxury Amazon Cruise in Brazil promises to be an unforgettable experience that will stay with you for a lifetime. Are you ready for this adventure?
Highlights of the adventure
- Cruise the Brazilian Amazon on the luxurious boat Zaltana.
- Explore Anavilhanas National Park, with over 400 islands.
- Observe wild animals and encounter Amazon River Dolphins.
- Stay in air-conditioned suite cabins with panoramic Amazon views.
- Enjoy local Amazonian meals, prepared fresh onboard.
Day by day
Starting the great adventure of the luxury Amazon cruise in Brazil, the Zaltana crew will welcome you onboard. While navigating through Amazonian waters, a meeting will be held, giving instructions, clarifying doubts, and demonstrating practices of minimal impact during the trip. Contemplating its water we will visit Encontro das Águas (Meeting of Waters), where Rio Negro (black waters) and Rio Solimões (brown waters) run side by side for more than 9 km. You will be able to appreciate this rare phenomenon of nature and understand why these waters do not mix.
We will enjoy a delicious lunch onboard. In the afternoon, we will go on a speedboat ride to explore Lake Janauari, an ecological park that has more than 9 thousand hectares, a region full of Amazonian species, such as bromeliads, orchids, and the famous water lily (Victoria amazonica), one of the largest aquatic plants in the world.
Later in the day, we will visit an indigenous community where a wealth of Brazilian cultural diversity is concentrated. Here, we will have the opportunity to witness a captivating performance of traditional singing and dancing.
There’s nothing quite like the feeling of opening your room’s curtains and being surrounded by nature. During our luxury Amazon cruise in Brazil, we’ll journey to the Nova Esperança community, situated along the banks of the Cuieiras River, an ecological haven, home to a diverse range of animal species and ancient trees. This visit will provide us with a unique chance to immerse ourselves in the local culture, discover their customs, and exchange knowledge.
While we’re there, we’ll have the chance to hike through the forest and discover the natural treasures hidden amongst the trees, learning about their medicinal benefits along the way. Later, we’ll explore the Anavilhanas islands by speedboat and venture to 3 Bocas, where the island’s lush vegetation is mirrored in the dark waters, creating a surreal environmental scene. To round off the day, we’ll take part in the traditional activity of piranha fishing, where we’ll learn how to catch this famous fish which is a key ingredient of Amazonian cuisine.
Today, we’ll enjoy a full day of leisurely navigation, taking in the various landscapes formed by the islands. We’ll pass by the city of Novo Airão, which is the nearest city to the Anavilhanas National Park, and continue sailing until we reach Acajatuba. This area boasts several igarapés and canals that connect the Negro River to its neighbouring Solimões River, making it an ideal location for eco-tourism activities.
In the evening, our luxury Amazon cruise in Brazil takes us on a search for caimans and other nocturnal animals along the river banks. Our knowledgeable native guide will teach us how to use our flashlights to spot the distinct yellow eyes of these creatures.
On our last full day of the luxury Amazon cruise in Brazil, we’ll delve into the highlights of Acajatuba! We’ll kick off the day by visiting the Amazon River Dolphins, the ‘botos’, one of the most beloved and docile mammals in the Amazon. Unfortunately, these creatures are at risk of extinction and are only found in the Amazon, making this a truly special and exciting experience!
Next, we’ll take a thrilling speedboat ride along the Ariaú River, renowned for being the filming location of the movie ‘Anaconda’. As the Ariaú River is formed by the union of the Solimões and Negro Rivers, it boasts a unique blend of fauna and flora from both environments. It’s not uncommon to spot various wild animals, including sloths, howler monkeys, and squirrel monkeys as well as several bird species such as jaçanã, parrots, herons, and gipsy ancestors.
Afterwards, we’ll go on a forest hike that will lead us to the giant Samaúma tree. It is considered the mother of Amazonian trees and a significant part of Brazilian folklore. For the more adventurous among us, there’s an optional activity to climb one of these trees and reach its top to get a broader view of the vastness of the forest.
As the day comes to an end, we’ll begin preparations for our Luau on the beach Praia Grande, surrounded by lush Amazonian vegetation. We’ll light a campfire and enjoy some excellent local food, including various types of hot fish. We’ll spend the evening sharing our experiences and perceptions of the Amazon before settling in for the night on board the boat Zaltana moored at Praia Grande.
The waters that welcomed us at the start of our journey will now bid us farewell as we make our way back to Manaus, marking the end of this incredible luxury Amazon cruise in Brazil.
We will enjoy a delicious farewell lunch while enjoy navigating through the waters of Rio Negrio, enjoying the last moments of this great adventure.
With renewed energy, we return home with the certainty that travelling through the Amazon on the Zaltana Boat is a unique adventure, which will make us reflect on how much we must protect the greatest natural heritage in the world. Join us on this exciting Luxury Amazon Cruise in Brazil, a lifetime experience!
What is included in the Luxury Amazon Cruise in Brazil?
- 5 days and 4 nights aboard the Zaltana Boat;
- Complete crew: commander, fluvial sailor of machines, deck assistants, cook, kitchen assistants, waiters, cleaning assistants, maids, tour guide, and manager;
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (including snacks);
- Drinks (sparkling and still water, soda, tonic water, natural juice, beer, vodka and cachaça caipirinha, and Campari);
- High-speed internet access on board;
- All programmed activities;
- Support boat for the transportation of passengers, according to the planned itinerary;
- Fees for the trails, meeting with the Amazon River Dolphins and Indigenous communities;
What is not included?
- Satellite phone calls (service paid separately R$ 15.00/ min);
- Drinks not mentioned as included;
- Plane tickets in/out;
- Tips and gratuities.
Accomodation
On our luxury Amazon cruise in Brazil, you can experience the beauty of the Amazon rainforest while staying in comfortable accommodation in one of the 10 air-conditioned suites with floor-to-ceiling windows aboard the Zaltana boat. Wake up to breathtaking views of nature every morning and enjoy the ultimate comfort with a capacity to accommodate up to 20 people. Each cabin comes with a private bathroom hot shower equipped with a hairdryer and amenities.
Zaltana is a specially designed boat that offers a peaceful, stable, and secure experience as you sail through the waters of the Rio Negro, the 7th largest river in the world. The crew is friendly and attentive, ensuring that you feel at home and receive personalised attention throughout your journey. The boat was built with the most demanding clients in mind, providing a tailor-made experience that will exceed your expectations.
As soon as you step on board the Zaltana, our friendly crew will welcome you with refreshing tropical juices, and throughout the trip, they will prepare freshly made meals using local Amazonian ingredients and flavours, catering to all dietary preferences.
The Zaltana offers various spots for you to relax and unwind. You can enjoy a refreshing drink at the bar located on the main deck, lounge in the living room on the upper deck, or experience the ultimate relaxation on the upper sun deck, which offers the best panoramic views of the Amazon, with amenities such as a shower room, tables, and chairs where you can soak up the sun and enjoy the stunning scenery.
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from BrazilNovember 5, 2022The boat is simply spectacular. But the kindness and dedication of the crew were much more remarkable. That is the great differential of this for the other boats.Date of Experience: October 30, 2021
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from BrazilNovember 5, 2022Very well-trained staff, super attentive to serve, very professional.Date of Experience: November 30, 2022
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from BrazilNovember 5, 2022Reviewed Tour Luxe Amazone cruise in Brazilië – 5 dagenVery well-trained staff, super attentive to serve, very professional.Date of Experience: November 30, 2022
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from BrazilNovember 5, 2022Reviewed Tour Luxe Amazone cruise in Brazilië – 5 dagenThe boat is simply spectacular. But the kindness and dedication of the crew were much more remarkable. That is the great differential of this for the other boats.Date of Experience: October 30, 2021
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from BrazilOctober 8, 2022My first experience in the Amazon, the boat far exceeded my expectations.Date of Experience: October 02, 2022
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from BrazilOctober 8, 2022Reviewed Tour Luxe Amazone cruise in Brazilië – 5 dagenMy first experience in the Amazon, the boat far exceeded my expectations.Date of Experience: October 02, 2022
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from BrazilOctober 5, 2022Great, I repeat for sure.Date of Experience: September 30, 2022
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from BrazilOctober 5, 2022Very good. Want to repeat this tour.Date of Experience: October 01, 2022
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from BrazilOctober 5, 2022A totally different concept from all operations already seen, a very well-planned and organized vessel! The team is to be congratulated for the hospitality it provides A unique receptivity, 10-star service! Until March 2023 guys! A totally different concept from all operations already seen, a very well-planned and organized vessel! The team is to be congratulated for the hospitality it provides A unique receptivity, 10-star service! Until March 2023 guys! 😀😀😀 …read more read lessDate of Experience: October 30, 2022
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from BrazilOctober 5, 2022Reviewed Tour Luxe Amazone cruise in Brazilië – 5 dagenA totally different concept from all operations already seen, a very well-planned and organized vessel! The team is to be congratulated for the hospitality it provides A unique receptivity, 10-star service! Until March 2023 guys! A totally different concept from all operations already seen, a very well-planned and organized vessel! The team is to be congratulated for the hospitality it provides A unique receptivity, 10-star service! Until March 2023 guys! 😀😀😀 …read more read lessDate of Experience: October 30, 2022