3-Day Amazon Sloth Tour from Manaus with Jungle Camping

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Witness the Meeting of Waters where the Rio Negro and Rio Solimões meet
• 02 Explore the Amazon by local wooden canoe in search of sloths, boas, monkeys, and pink river dolphins
• 03 Spend a night at a jungle campsite with hammocks, a campfire dinner, stargazing, and storytelling
• 04 Spot caimans after dark and enjoy an unforgettable Amazon sunset
• 05 Swim in the Amazon River and trek through the rainforest to learn about its fauna, flora, and medicinal plants

Enjoy this adventurous 3-day tour and discover the best of the Amazon's rivers and forests. Sail along the Rio Negro, witness the Meeting of Waters where the Rio Negro and Rio Solimões meet, and explore the jungle by canoe, on foot, and by boat. Spot wildlife such as sloths, boas, monkeys, pink river dolphins, caimans, and more, while also swimming in the Amazon River and spending a night at a jungle campsite. This experience combines river travel, wildlife encounters, jungle trekking, and an overnight immersion in the rainforest.

Sail out on a local wooden canoe for wildlife spotting, with a great opportunity to encounter sloths, boas, monkeys, and pink river dolphins.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Languages English, Portuguese

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Manaus to the Amazon River and Jungle Lodge

• Hotel pickup is at 8:00. Travel by car to Ceasa Port, then transfer to a speedboat to cross the river. Along the way, view the Meeting of Waters, where the Rio Negro and Rio Solimões meet, with explanations provided during the journey.
• Continue by van from Careiro da Varzea for 1 hour along the TransAmazonica road to arrive at Mamori.
• Complete the final section of the journey to the lodge by speedboat, arriving at around 11:30.
• After lunch, relax, swim in the Amazon River, and explore the lodge until 14:00, when the afternoon activities begin.
• Sail out on a local wooden canoe for wildlife spotting, with a great opportunity to encounter sloths, boas, monkeys, and pink river dolphins. Piranha fishing can also be arranged, and the fish can be prepared for dinner.
• Return to the lodge after watching the unforgettable Amazon sunset at around 18:30, just in time for dinner.
• After dinner, head out again by canoe for caiman spotting. A small caiman may optionally be brought into the boat for close viewing without harming the animal.
• Return to the lodge for a restful night in air-conditioned cabins.

2

Day 02

Sunrise Cruise, Jungle Trekking, and Overnight Camp

• Set out on a sunrise boat tour at 5:30 for a spectacular view, then return to the lodge for a traditional Amazonian breakfast.
• Begin jungle trekking at 8:00 for an up-close introduction to the Amazon's fauna and flora. Edible and medicinal plants will be introduced, and there is a great opportunity to sight monkeys, sloths, snakes, tarantulas, and poison dart frogs.
• Head back to the lodge for lunch at 12:00 and relax there until 15:00.
• Travel by boat to the jungle campsite and set up hammocks and mosquito nets for sleeping. Cook dinner over an open campfire, enjoy stargazing and storytelling, and listen to the jungle as it comes to life at night.

3

Day 03

Final Wildlife Excursion and Return to Manaus

• Have breakfast at the campsite with coffee prepared the jungle way. Then pack up for the last excursion, either a boat tour in the wet season or a hiking tour in the dry season, for additional wildlife sightings.
• Return to the lodge before lunch at 12:00. Relax at the lodge until the return boat trip at around 14:00, then reverse the journey back to Manaus for hotel drop-off at 18:00.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Transportation to and from the jungle lodge
• Accommodation in the jungle
• Local tour guides
• All meals in the jungle
• Mineral water
• All activities in the jungle

What's Not Included

• Alcoholic beverages at the lodge
• Gratuities
• Hotels in Manaus
• Transport to and from the airport (can be arranged)

What to bring

• Please bring only what is necessary, as boats have limited luggage capacity. Consider storing any unneeded luggage at hotels in Manaus.
• Long-sleeved shirts and pants, and a raincoat
• Hiking boots with long socks, and sandals
• Insect repellent and sunscreen
• Bathing suits and hats
• Flashlight and binoculars
• Anti-itch cream for those sensitive to mosquito bites
• Baby powder for those with sensitive skin in heat and moisture

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Rua 10 de Julho - Centro, Manaus - AM, Brasil

Tour start

Amazonas, Brasil

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.