4-Day Amazon Survival Tour from Manaus with Camping and Piranha Fishing

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Indulge in piranha fishing and birdwatching
• 02 Enjoy trekking and camping in the Amazon
• 03 Learn night spearfishing and other survival techniques
• 04 Spot Amazon wildlife after dark

For those who love to be outdoors, there is no better place to explore than the Amazon Rainforest. This 4-day adventure combines hiking, camping, birdwatching, fishing, and wildlife spotting in one of the most remote and biodiverse ecosystems on Earth. Guided by an expert who knows the forest, survival techniques, and the medicinal properties of local plants, you will gain a deeper understanding of the Amazon while experiencing it up close. It is a unique and authentic journey for travellers ready for a real rainforest adventure.

At 05:30 am, we'll take a canoe trip to watch the sunrise and get a close-up view of the forest waking up to a new day.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Manaus

Languages English, Portuguese

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

From Manaus to the Amazon Rainforest Camp

• You will be transferred from your hotel to Ceasa Port at 08:00 am.
• We will then take a speedboat to the Meeting of the Waters, where the Negro River and the Solimões River meet.
• Our next stop is the village of Careiro da Várzea on the other side of the river. The entire boat ride takes about 40 minutes.
• At Careiro da Várzea, the journey continues by car for about 50 minutes to the Paraná do Mamori River.
• The last part of the journey is by speedboat for about 45 minutes, reaching the main base around 11:30 am, where lunch will be served.
• At 02:30 pm, the activities begin. We leave by motorized boat for what will be our campsite for the next few days. You will set up the camp and hammocks for the night, and dinner will be prepared by the fireside.

2

Day 02

Sunrise Canoeing and Jungle Exploration at Lago Tracaja

• At 05:30 am, we'll take a canoe trip to watch the sunrise and get a close-up view of the forest waking up to a new day.
• At 07:00 am, breakfast is served, and then at 08:00 am, we'll take a walk through the jungle until 11:30 am. During the walk, the guide will share valuable information about the flora and fauna of the Amazon Rainforest. There is much to learn about medicinal plants, spiders, and trees, and sometimes there is a chance to spot monkeys.
• The afternoon activity starts at 3:00 pm with canoeing through the flooded forest and small channels. It is a great opportunity to spot local Amazonian wildlife.
• Afterwards, we head back to camp to prepare dinner.
• After dinner, the group leaves by boat to spot caiman. The guide will catch one by hand, and you will have the opportunity to learn more about this prehistoric animal that makes its home in the Amazon River.
• Then, it's back to camp for the night.

3

Day 03

Jungle Survival Skills and Fishing Camp

• From 08:00 am to 11:00 am, we will take a hike through the jungle, exploring more of the Amazon and learning what can be used to survive, such as fruits and plants. We will also learn about creatures found in the jungle.
• We then return to camp to prepare lunch by the fireside.
• In the afternoon, you will leave by boat for another spot to set up a new camp in time to go fishing for piranhas and other species of fish.
• You will then return to camp and prepare them for dinner.
• After dinner, the group will leave by boat to explore the small channels of the Amazon, looking out for wildlife that can be found at night in that region using a spotlight.
• Then we return to camp to rest after the day's activities.

4

Day 04

Explore the Várzea and Return to Manaus

• Breakfast is served, and then it's time to explore the Várzea area of the Amazon. From September to March, this trip is done on foot, and at other times of the year, it is done by boat. This region is a great place to spot wildlife such as birds, monkeys, and other animals that live in this ecosystem.
• Afterwards, we return to the base for lunch and time to relax before going back to Manaus.
• At 02:00 pm, we depart and arrive in Manaus at around 04:30 pm.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Pick-up at the airport and hotel in Manaus
• Drop-off back at the hotel or Manaus Airport
• Accommodation in hammocks with mosquito nets
• All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
• Mineral water to drink
• All tours according to the tour program
• Portuguese- and English-speaking tour guides

What's Not Included

• Tips for the guide and staff
• Alcoholic drinks
• Soft drinks
• Hotel in Manaus
• Extra transportation
• Taxi in town and meals
• Travel insurance

What to bring

• Bring along insect repellant.
• Sunglasses
• Sun cream
• Hat or cap
• Comfortable clothes
• Binoculars
• Pocket knife
• Flashlight
• Waterproof bags or ziplock bags
• Waterproof cases for cameras
• Long-sleeve shirts
• Hiking shoes
• Long pants
• Sandals
• Rain jacket or poncho
• Small water bottle
• Camera or smartphone for taking photos

Know before you go

• Passport
• All nights are spent sleeping in a hammock.
• Maximum luggage is 25 lbs per person. Passengers must arrange for any excess luggage to remain at our office or at the hotel in Manaus.
• Avoid giving money to community children; giving small gifts such as toys, comic books, or other items is welcome.
• Itinerary specifics are subject to change depending on weather conditions.
• Guests arriving at Manaus Airport up to 01:00 pm will not be able to do any activities on the first day.
• Guests leaving on afternoon flights from Manaus need to depart on a morning transfer.
• Extra transfer cost: U$50.00 per person, with a minimum of 2 people.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Teatro Amazonas - Centro, Manaus - AM, Brasil

Tour start

Manaus, AM, Brasil

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.