Discover the Amazon : A 5-day Itinerary to Explore Manaus and Beyond

  • Day 1: Explore Manaus
    From Eduardo Gomes International Airport to city center, around 30 minutes (10 miles) by car.

    Begin your adventure in Manaus, the gateway to the Amazon rainforest. Visit the famous Teatro Amazonas, a stunning 19th-century opera house, and learn about the region’s rubber boom history at the Museu do Seringal Vila Paraíso . Take an enchanted boat ride on the Rio Negro to see the legendary Meeting of the Waters, the merging of the Rio Negro and Solimões River

  • Day 2: Discovering the Amazon Rainforest
    From city center to Amazon Rainforest, around 1.5 hours (20 miles) by car

    Embark on a rainforest adventure today by visiting the Anavilhanas National Park, the world's largest freshwater archipelago made up of hundreds of islands and breath-taking landscapes. Enjoy a variety of activities including hiking, wildlife spotting, and canoeing.

  • Day 3: Beach Day in Presidente Figueiredo
    From Manaus to Presidente Figueiredo, around 1.5 hours (62 miles) by car.

    Discover the extraordinary beauty of the Amazon Rainforest with a visit to Presidente Figueiredo Waterfalls. Swimm and hike in stunning natural pools and admire a diverse range of flora and fauna along the way.

  • Day 4: Pink Dolphins and Local Culture
    From Manaus to Novo Airão, around 2 hours (75 miles) by car

    Encounter the Amazon’s pink dolphins in the wild during a boat tour where you can watch these amazing creatures play. Visit the indigenous community in Maraã, learn from the locals about their way of life, and experience some authentic food.

  • Day 5: Tasting the Amazon
    From Manaus to Adolpho Lisboa Municipal Market, around 15 minutes (2 miles) by car

    Conclude your Brazilian adventure with a taste of the Amazon at the Adolpho Lisboa Municipal Market. Experience a bustling market filled with fresh produce and local delicacies. Try exotic fruits such as açaí and cupuaçu, and be sure to grab some souvenir crafts from the local artisans.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Teatro Amazonas (1 hour, $5)
  • Museu do Seringal Vila Paraíso (2 hours, $10)
  • Anavilhanas National Park (3 hours, $50)
  • Presidente Figueiredo Waterfalls (6 hours, $25)
  • Pink Dolphins and Local Community (4 hours, $60)
  • Adolpho Lisboa Municipal Market (2 hours, $20)

  • Total Estimated Costs: $170

Transportation

When traveling around Manaus, renting a car is recommended as the city can be challenging to navigate for those unfamiliar with it. Several rental car companies are available at Eduardo Gomes International Airport. For longer excursions or comfort, hiring a private driver is a convenient option with fares around $150-200 per day.

Useful Tips

If you have extra days, consider visiting the Encontro das Águas Park, an important biological reserve in the region where the Negro and Solimões Rivers meet. For a glimpse of Amazonian nightlife, take a stroll at the Manauara Shopping Center, or explore some more the city's museums, such as the Amazonas Museum and the Museu da Amazônia.

If you have less time, trim the experience by skipping any attraction and cutting the number of days in the rainforest to two, but be aware that the Amazon Rainforest is not something to be rushed.

Airports

The international airport of Eduardo Gomes (MAO) is the largest airport in the Amazon region, located around 10 miles from Manaus city center. The airport has several dining and shopping options and offers direct flights to major Brazilian cities and US destinations such as Miami and Orlando.

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