Inclusions

2 nights’ stay in Rio De Janeiro,
2 nights’ stay in Manaus at 4 star hotels
Daily breakfast,
3 nights’ stay in jungle lodge/hostels with local meals on full board basis
Rio De Janeiro city tour,
Speedboat journey into The Amazon,
Canoe excursion in the forest,
Visit the native family home,
Walking tour of the jungle
Return airport transfers.

Day 1

Rio De Janeiro
Upon arrival, assistance and transfer to the hotel.

Overnight IN RIO DE JANEIRO

Day 2

Rio De Janeiro, Manaus
Buffet breakfast.
At the scheduled time, transfer to the airport.
Upon arrival in Manaus airport transfer to the hotel.

Overnight IN MANAUS

Day 3

Manaus
Buffet breakfast.
Transfer to the AMAZON lodge.
AMAZON ECOPARK Jungle Lodge is a touristic, scientific and educational property, created and directed by a private initiative back in 1991, opening its doors to the public as an Ecotourism Lodge in 1995. Several streams of clear water run through the area. Located in the middle of the Amazon Rain Forest, at just 30 minutes by boat from Manaus, the Lodge is on the banks of the Rio Trauma – a tributary of Rio Negro- (Black River). Amazon Ecopark Jungle Lodge has a total of 70 rooms (bungalow style). Each unit has three apartments, made of concrete and wood. Each room with independent entrance, porches and bathrooms, all with air conditioning, electric showers and screened windows. The bungalows, although rustic, are pleasantly decorated and provide much comfort (night light, carpet, indigenous decorative objects, etc.)
During next three days stay in the lodge your tour will included:
NATURE HIKE
Biodiversity is the main characteristics of ECOPARK. It includes uncatalogued species in virgin rainforest, natural savannahs and creeks. Several streams of crystal clear warm water run through the rainforest.
During tour the guide will lead clients, educating them about the local flora/fauna, how and where to find edible fruits and potable water, first aid , how to find their way in the forest and much more.
Duration: 1 to 3 hours (depending on health conditions of participants).

MONKEY FOREST
The facilities for rehabilitation and re-introduction of wild animals in their habitat (known as the Monkey forest), was created in 1991 with the intention of receiving animals which have been confiscated from illegal commerce. This is a joint project with the Municipal Secretary of Environment and Sustainability.
In this center, the animals are initially put into quarentine to be evaluated and taken care of by a team of veterinaries and biologists.

In partnership with the FFV (Live Forest Foundation), a nonprofit institution overseen by Amazon Ecopark Lodge, a unique feeding system has been developed.
Twice a day, (10:30 & 15:30), the animals receive supplements of their natural diet, ensuring that they are being fed the necessary nutrients.
The Monkey Forest is open to guests at feeding times, always accompanied by a credentialed professional, permiting guests to film and photograph these animals in a natural and safe environment. It is also possible to “adopt” one of these animals and follow its development. Find out more as: http://www.ffv.org.br
Duration: 40 minutes to 1 hour.

VISIT TO THE NATIVE´S HOUSE
Depart the lodge on boat or motorized canoe, accompanied by a Bilingual guide to learn about the traditions and customs of local Amazonians (“natives”).
Duration: it may vary according to the place visited / “low water level seasons” is closest to the Lodge and does not involve any kind of boat.
Duration: about 1 hour.

FISHING TOUR
Depart lodge in paddle or motorized canoes, accompanied by a Bilingual guide. (Fishing of piranhas another species, depending on season).
Note 1: It is a non-professional fishing.
Note 2: This tour can be combined with the “Meeting of the Waters” Tour and/ or with a “Visit to the Native’s House”.

NIGHT TOUR IN CANOE
Depart lodge in paddle or motorized canoes, to appreciate the sounds of the jungle at night, with the possibility to spot small alligators (or other nightly creatures). Alligators are spotted because their eyes shine like small red lights. Once the alligator is spotted by the guide’s spotlight, he will try to catch a small alligator with his own hands and bring it on to the canoe, and a brief explanation of their habitat follows. The alligator will then be safely released back to the river. (No harm is done to any of the animals)
Duration: about 1 hour.
Note: during “high water level” season (from April to August) and on full moon evenings, it might be difficult to find alligators.

TOUR TO THE “MEETING OF THE WATERS”
Departs ECOPARK at 08h30am on board of a regional double deck boat. The boat goes down the Negro River navigating along the shore of the City of Manaus, allowing passengers to view the Amazonas Theater, the Port of Manaus, the Customs and the interesting aspects of the local life – the stilt houses for instance. Arrival at The Meeting of the Waters by 11h30am.
It´s a spectacular merge of Negro and Solimões Rivers. From this point on both rivers form the famous Amazon River that runs all the way to the Atlantic Ocean. The waters of the two rivers run together for about 12kms, side by side, without mixing. The phenomenon happens due to differences in temperature, density and speed of the waters of the rivers.
Continue the trip on the Amazon River to the Island of “Terra Nova “where lunch will be served in a typical restaurant (rustic yet clean restaurant with buffet style, international and regional dishes).
Depending on the level of the waters , a visit to a typical ” caboclo ” (local inhabitants) villa will be included (at Terra Nova Island) during this full day tour (may not be available during the months of May, June, July and sometimes also August , when the villa is floaded) . This visit will happen prior or after lunch.

NOTE 1: During high level of waters the place of the lunch can also be changed to a restaurant located at the ” Janauary Lake” , another beautiful place and , in this case , there is no visit to the villa.
Return to the lodge and arrival by 05h30pm
Duration: about 09 hours
* NOTE: the distribution of the tours will be coordinated by the local operation department.

Meals: Lunch and dinner

Day 4

Manaus
Tours as described on day 3: nature hike, Monkey Forest, visit to a “caboclo´s” house, fishing, evening tour in canoe to appreciate the nature and full day tour to the “Meeting of the Waters” phenomenon.

Meals: Lunch and dinner

Day 5

Manaus
Tours as described on day 3: nature hike, Monkey Forest, visit to a “caboclo´s” house, fishing, evening tour in canoe to appreciate the nature and full day tour to the “Meeting of the Waters” phenomenon.

Meals: Lunch and dinner

Day 6

At proper time, transfer from the lodge to Manaus´ airport (car & boat) – Regular Transfer with English speaking guide (Transfer is included for check out until 10.30 am).

Overnight MANAUS
Meals: Breakfast

Day 7

Manaus, Rio De Janeiro
Buffet breakfast.
At the scheduled time, transfer to the airport for your flight to Rio De Janeiro.
Upon arrival, assistance and transfer to the hotel.

Overnight RIO DE JANEIRO
Meals: Breakfast

Day 8

Rio De Janeiro
Buffet breakfast at hotel check out from hotel and proceed for sightseeing tour with lunch. (Tour includes for the Corcovado in the vans of the Paineiras and the cable car of the Sugar Loaf, Sambódromo, visit to the Maracanã, the Historic Center and visit the Metropolitan Cathedral and Selarón Staircase on seat in coach basis)

At the scheduled time, transfer to the airport / port.

Tour Ends

EXCLUSION

International and domestic airfare
Visa
Travel insurance
Optional tour
All other services not mentioned under Inclusions

TERMS & CONDITIONS

*Prices mentioned is starting from, per person based on 2 persons travelling together and sharing twin/double room, subject to seasonal surcharges and availability.

ITL World reserve the right to amend the prices in case of currency fluctuations, changes in rates of exchange, and/or fuel costs, special or high season charges and hike in the airline/hotel/rail/land transportation charges before the date of departure.

For convenience of passengers and / or feasibility of operations, ITL World or their service providers may sometimes amend the itinerary.

International hotel check in time is between 2pm and 3pm and check out time is between 11am and 12pm. (Exceptions apply). Early check in and or late check-out is subject to availability of rooms and may be chargeable.

It is the responsibility of the passengers to ensure they hold valid passport, visa, travel and medical insurance, vaccination etc., as applicable for each destination.

City/tourist tax as applicable, must be paid directly at the hotel.

To assist with visa application process, ITL World would provide copies of air tickets, travel insurance and other ground service vouchers for bookings made and fully paid for. Approval and issuance of visa is at the discretion of respective Embassies or Consulates and ITL World cannot in anyway influence this process. Certain nationals however receive visa on arrival in select countries, subject to prior online approvals