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Maguari Amazon Expedition

Maguari Amazon Expedition

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Description

The schooner departs from Manaus, capital of the State of Amazonas, for a 4-day cruise visiting the Anavilhanas Archipelago.
The cruises depart from Manaus, capital of the State of Amazonas, a city in the jungle that prospered during the rubber boom last century. This is a four-day cruise visiting the Anavilhanas Archipelago, the largest river archipelago in the world, and its igarapés (permanent river channels) and igapós (non-permanent river channels). Due to its acid waters, endemic mosquitoes are practically inexistent. The cruise also includes daily explorations and activities in safe motorized boats into the jungle, as well as a rich Amazonian cuisine served in the panoramic restaurant.

Trip Name
Maguari Amazon Expedition
Days
4
Overview
Vessel Type: River Cruise Length: 34 m Passenger Capacity: 24 Built: 2010 A 34-metre, three-masted Brazilian sailing ship, M/V Desafio is designed for safe, small-group exploration of the Amazon. The wooden-hull vessel offers a traditional river-cruising experience supported by modern comforts: full air-conditioning, private facilities in every cabin, a panoramic restaurant and bar, and an expansive sundeck for viewing wildlife and sunsets deep in the rainforest. Navigation and safety systems meet Brazilian Merchant Marine standards, and annual dry-dock maintenance keeps the ship in reliable condition for remote travel. With only 12 cabins across the upper and lower decks, Desafio keeps the experience intimate. Cabins include wardrobes, safes, air-conditioning, and en-suite bathrooms, while the crew and professional jungle guides handle every aspect of river navigation, landings, and daily excursions. Excursion boats, experienced naturalists, and knowledgeable hosts create an environment where guests can explore Amazon ecosystems comfortably and with confidence.

Itinerary



Day 1 - DAY 1 WELCOME TO THE MIGHTY AMAZON
 Depart from the pier in Manaus to board the M/V Desafio at 14:00h, your floating hotel for the next three nights. Once on board, the multilingual naturalist guide will host a “welcome to the Amazon” briefing highlighting the broad spectrum of life in this unique region. The guide will assist in the identification of the flora/fauna, provide a historical framework and enrich your ecological understanding of this unusual destination and of the natural world. Start sailing bound "Tres Bocas", located in the archipelago of Anavilhanas, the largest river archipelago in the world, with its lakes, islands, creeks and flooded forests. Dinner on board. In the evening, guests will enjoy a pleasant walk in motorized canoes for local recognition, an opportunity to hear the sounds of the jungle. (Meal: dinner)
Day 2 - DAY 2 THE ANAVILHANAS ISLANDS
 At 05:30h, boat ride to admire the sunrise in the forest and the birds singing in their diversity. Return to the ship and breakfast. In motorized canoes, walk along the river to a site trails for a walk with purpose to observe the flora and fauna of the region. Return to the ship. Lunch on board while cruising towards the indigenous community "Terra Preta", whose visit is an opportunity to meet the lifestyle and habits of the Indigenous. Return on board and navigation towards Jaraqui' village. By motorized canoes, after a pleasant river expedition, stop in land for an interesting jungle trekking to explore the fauna and flora. Return on board. Dinner on board. (Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Day 3 - DAY 3 THE MEETING OF THE WATERS
 Breakfast on board and sail to a local village named 'Acajatuba'. On the way, stop at the floating station 'Recanto dos Botos' to interact with the pink dolphins, and feed the famous fish 'Pirarucu', known as the cod of the Amazon. Lunch on board. Departure and navigate along the Negro River towards the borders of the Solimões until reach the “meeting of waters”, where the Negro and Solimoes rivers meet to form the great Amazon River. The cruise continues to 'Janauari' Lake for another exciting experience, fishing the piranha, the dreaded Amazonian fish. Dinner on board. After dinner, canoe ride along the streams in search of caimans and other nocturnal animals with flashlights. Return aboard. Overnight. (Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Day 4 - DAY 4 EXPLORING THE RIVER
 After another tropical breakfast, departure to see the giants and beautiful Amazonian water lilies, another opportunity to explore the Negro River. Return aboard starting the return trip to Manaus arriving at 11:00h in the city. (Meal: breakfast)
Day 5 - Please note:
Itineraries are subject to change.

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Inclusions

    • Anavilhanas Archipelago: Navigate the world’s largest river archipelago, a maze of islands, lakes, and flooded forests teeming with unique flora and fauna.
    • Meeting of the Waters: Witness the stunning natural spectacle where the dark Negro River and the muddy Solimões River converge to form the Amazon.
    • Pink Dolphin Interaction: Get up close with the Amazon’s iconic pink river dolphins at a floating station, paired with piranha fishing and nocturnal wildlife spotting.

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