Rio Negro Amazon Expedition - 8 days from Manaus - Sustainable Tourism

Day 1 - Our arrival day in Manaus! You can arrive at any time and, from 2pm on, check-in at the hotel is available. The day is open for you to explore the capital of Amazonas, which has many interesting attractions such as the Museum of the Amazon, the Teatro Amazonas and the meeting of the waters, as well as restaurants and local markets offering delicious dishes!

Day 2 - After breakfast, we'll make our way to the Acajatuba Lake region, first by van, then in canoes. Upon arrival at the community we will be welcomed with a delicious regional lunch. After lunch we will go over important information before enjoying the end of the afternoon with a sunset on the Seu Shell float bar.

Day 3 - During the morning, we will go on a hike in the forest, where we will learn about the Amazon flora and fauna and take lessons on the art of jungle survival. After lunch, we will go to a natural cosmetics workshop with Amazonian ingredients and as night falls, we will head out with the canoes for an observation of the Amazon sky.

Day 4 - We will rise early and be off to see the sunrise in the middle of the Rio Negro, with the canoes. Still in the morning, we will interact with river dolphins. After lunch, we will have a handicraft workshop and visit a Turtles conservation programme. In the evening, prepare your swing to learn and dance carimbó!

Day 5 - We set off on the Ariaú river tour and with a bit of luck we will see many animals on the way. After lunch we will visit the Casa de Farinha to learn about the production process of the authentic tapioca.

Day 6 - Our sixth day of the Expedition begins with a visit to the Flor do Taxi Meliponary. We will have lunch and for dessert, we will delight ourselves with Amazonian delicacies. The afternoon and evening will be at your leisure.

Day 7 - The last workshop of the trip will be about Açaí, a typical fruit from the Amazon. Afterwards, we'll take a delicious caboclo canoe cruise on the river.

Day 8 - We will have a short closing session over breakfast before departing back to Manaus. Arrival is scheduled for midday at the airport - travellers should book their return flights for departure from 2pm.