Top Amazon Day Trips

Most jungle tours last at least a couple of days, but not everyone has the time to spend. This tour packs a number of jungle activities into just one day for an exciting day in the Amazon. Join a small group for a day and nighttime jungle trek as well as a boat tour. Spend your day learning about local wildlife, medicinal plants, and jungle survival.

Explore the heart of the Amazon on this 5-hour private tour from Manaus. Head out on the Amazon River by speedboat and discover the wildlife that lives in this massive forest. See where the Rio Negro and Amazon River meet and learn why the rivers are two different colors. Go piranha fishing and search for Amazonian alligators while listening to commentary from your guide about the region and its history.

Manaus Amazon trips often split between brief boat tours to the Meeting of Waters and multi-day jungle lodge stays. This tour covers more ground in a single day—the meeting of the Rio Negro and Rio Solimões, a suspended forest trail through kapok trees and water lily lakes, a visit to a local Indigenous community, and a regional-style lunch at a floating restaurant.

Explore the Amazon Rainforest, with the reassurance of a guide leading the way, on this hike through Presidente Figueiredo and its trails. Great for travelers who like to keep active on vacation, immerse yourself in lush landscapes as your guide takes you to a selection of caves on route to the Sucuriju waterfall, including Maruaga, Judea, and Cachoeira.

Get the full Amazon experience when you book this full-day excursion that begins in Manaus. Take a speed boat ride along the Black River to an area where you can swim with docile river dolphins and observe them in the wild. Then, visit an indigenous community to learn about the local culture and lifestyle. Finally, see where the Black and Amazon rivers converge at the “meeting of the waters.”

This tour takes you north of the city approximatly 2 hours by bus. It leaves at 8:00 am and returns at 6:00 pm. On this tour you visit the nearby Presidente Figueirdo Waterfall. There is food avaliable at nearby vendors. We Recommend you bring a bathing suit, sandles, sunscreen or tanning oils bug repellant. In season the water runs quickly and is a good place to cool off. This is a Full day tour and lasts about 10 hours from start to finish with about 6 hours at the location. This is a favorite spot for the locals. BOOK DIRECT from our Website and Save...

Enjoy a full day exploring the Brazilian Amazon without having to arrange your own transfers or activities. Depart from Manaus on a cruise down the Rio Negro to where this river meets the Solimões River—a must-see natural phenomenon. Hike through an ecological park—without the risk of getting lost—and visit an indigenous community. Swim with pink dolphins too, if you like. Your guide leads the way and answers your questions.

The perfect way to see the best of Amazon in a short amount of time. The full-day trip takes you to some of the most beautiful and iconic places in the rainforest, including the meeting of the waters of the Rio Negro and the Solimões that form the Amazon River. You’ll also have a chance to swim with river dolphins, visit an indigenous community, and learn about the natural history of the Amazon. Joshua’s expert guides will ensure you have a safe and memorable experience, and you’ll come away with a new appreciation for the natural wonders of this amazing place.

Enjoy an afternoon and evening with lots of authentic activities in the Amazon jungle. Ride on a motorized canoe through the flooded forests (seasonal), fish for piranhas and enjoy a refreshing and majestic swim with pink river dolphins that live free in the wild, Watch one of the most astonishing sunsets and (with luck) the sky with millions of stars, while observing the rich nocturnal fauna and flora of our region.

The tour begins with a convenient hotel pick-up, whisking you away to one of northwestern Brazil's most breathtaking regions. The scenic drive to Presidente Figueiredo (approximately 68 miles from Manaus) is an attraction in itself, winding through a lush landscape dotted with charming streams. Venture into the heart of the untouched jungle to explore the 'Gruta do Refugio do Maruaga' cave, teeming with wildlife. A shallow stream flows through its entirety, offering the chance to spot fish, amphibians, caimans, turtles, and various bat species (if you're lucky!). Located at km 7 on the Presidente Figueiredo – Balbina highway, this hidden gem requires a local guide due to its location within the dense, virgin rainforest. With its unparalleled collection of waterfalls and rapids, Presidente Figueiredo is a natural highlight of any Manaus trip.

Travel from Manaus to Presidente Figueiredo on a guided day trip that makes it easy to reach one of the region’s best known waterfall and cave areas. Journey north with a local guide into rainforest landscapes dotted with natural pools and cascades, then explore sites such as the Maruaga, Judeia, and Onca caves while learning how water has shaped the region. Swim beneath waterfalls, walk through jungle trails, and enjoy a traditional lunch at a local restaurant, with round-trip transport included to remove the need for independent planning.

Discover one of the most unique corners of Brazil with this small-group sightseeing tour. Let an expert plan the logistics as you explore top highlights, including the beautiful Amazonas Opera House, Rio Negro Palace, and other sites, while learning about the rubber barons who made this town rich. Then board a boat for an Amazon River tour to see amazing flora and fauna, as well as a local community living in a floating village.

Explore the locally-known “paradise” of Presidente Figueiredo and its many waterfalls on this private full-day tour. Deep within the Amazon, see more than 100 waterfalls, each with unique views and some safe enough to swim in. Learn about the geology of the rainforest with your guide, visit caves, and swim in the cool, clear waters of the waterfall pools. Hotel pickup and lunch are included for a seamless experience.

The Amazon rainforest covers much of northwestern Brazil and is the world's largest tropical rainforest that's known for its biodiversity. Explore this natural attraction on this private all-day guided tour, which can be modified according to your group's needs. Visit an indigenous tribe and join in their traditional dances, go piranha fishing, and search for Amazonian alligators at night.

This tour is wonderful! When it is organized and executed by the Jaguar Jungle Tour team it becomes even more special, as the service is offered with a high degree of safety, respect and professionalism!