Top Amazon Outdoor Activities

With two days, so much is possible in the Amazon. On this tour, you’ll start in Manaus, seeing both the natural and human side of this world-famous river—think visiting former rubber plantations, seeing an Indigenous village, and staying overnight with a local family alongside jungle-trekking, fishing for piranha, spotting cayman, finding medicinal plants, and more.

Exploring the Amazon’s tropical rainforest is a dream adventure for many travelers, but its remote location and vast size can make planning challenging. This small-group, multi-day tour departs from Manaus and takes you deep into the forest with a local guide, so you can explore with confidence. Paddle canoes through the Rio Negro’s tributaries to fish for piranhas, learn about medicinal plants and traditional farming from the indigenous Caboclos people, and much more.

Explore the Rio Negro and Januari Ecological Park by boat on this half-day expedition from Manaus. Travel by riverboat to the meeting of the waters, where the Amazon and the Rio Negro run side by side for a few miles and you can glimpse both pink and gray river dolphins. Learn about the native Brazilian people who make their lives along the river, the ecology and wildlife of the area from your local guide. Disembark at the Januari Ecological Park for a walk through the forest, then tour the narrow creeks via motorized canoe to see the Vitoria Regia water lily. Eat lunch at a floating restaurant before returning to Manaus.

Immerse yourself in the Amazon, learn a little more about the natural beauty and culture of the Amazon. Admire the meeting of the waters, visit an indigenous tribe, interact with Amazonian dolphins (optional). And enjoy a delicious regional lunch

Observe the unique phenomenon of the ‘meeting of the waters’—which refers to the union of the dark waters of the Black River with the clear currents of the Solimões River—on a day trip from Manaus. Ideal for nature lovers, this excursion increases your chances of spotting rare wildlife in the Amazon jungle and includes the opportunity to swim with pink dolphins.

Exploring the waterways around Manaus on your own can mean missing key wildlife activity and navigating unfamiliar river channels. This small-group, guided boat excursion simplifies the experience by taking you along the Solimoes River to fish for piranha and observe alligators at dusk. With transport by boat, organized fishing stops, and a local on hand, it couldn't be easier to enjoy an authentic Brazilian experience.

Escape Manaus and enter the Amazon rain forest to enjoy a motorized canoe ride through one of the largest jungles on the planet. During a 3-hour hike, look for wildlife and learn about medicinal plants from your guide. Take advantage of photo opportunities to create a lasting record of your adventure.

Connection is the most important in our tours So we make sure our groups are small enough to have this. No rush and a friendly approach.

Explore the lungs of the world on a journey through the Amazon rainforest from Manaus. Traverse the Amazon on foot during a 3-hour jungle trek and observe the incredibly diverse flora and fauna. Then head to the largest freshwater archipelago, Anavilhanas, on the Rio Negro to explore the area and enjoy a traditional Amazonian lunch on the banks of the river or a floating house, depending on the weather.

Reaching the waterfalls and caves around Presidente Figueiredo (known as the "Land of Waterfalls") independently can be difficult without transportation and local knowledge. This day trip from Manaus streamlines the experience, taking you north into protected rainforest landscapes—well-known for clear-water cascades and jungle trails—to visit waterfalls and explore the Maroaga Cave System (Caverna do Maroaga).

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.”

Join me on a life-changing journey deep into the Amazon, where comfort and time lose meaning. No Wi-Fi, no watches — just pure connection, self-reflection, and adventure. Live alongside native families who survive from their pineapple plantations and learn their wisdom. Fish for piranhas, call out to pink dolphins and caimans, and explore rivers where the forest breathes. At night, join your guide for traditional hunting, listening to the sounds of the jungle under a sky full of stars. Hike through the rainforest to discover rare fruits, medicinal plants, and giant spiders that reveal nature’s untamed beauty. Sleep in hammocks, share meals over open fire, and experience life as the locals do — simple, raw, and real. This is not luxury — it’s authenticity, healing, and the adventure of a lifetime.

Combine three unforgettable experiences in one tour and get a taste of the Amazon Rainforest on this full-day tour from Manaus. Set sail along the mighty Amazon River in a speedboat and see the dramatic Meeting of the Waters, where the Rio Negro meets the Amazon. Next, visit an indigenous village to learn about life in the Amazon, followed by a popular wildlife-watching spot to look for wild Amazon river dolphins.

Experience the beauty of the Amazon as you venture deep into the jungle on this 3-day tour. Join a small group and spend two nights in a jungle lodge with several day excursions. Visit a floating village, fish for piranhas, see where two rivers converge, and learn about the delicate ecosystem of the rain forest from your guide.

Adventure, nature-loving travelers will enjoy the chance to get active in the Amazon Rainforest safely. This four-day tour includes trekking, kayaking, and camping. Avoid getting lost or running into trouble in the jungle by going with a group and guide. Learn more about the amazing forest and its wildlife and ecosystems while having fun.

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.

On this private tour, journey from Manaus aboard a speedboat and see how the Negro and Solimoes rivers come together to form the mighty Amazon River—the largest in South America. Watch for native flora and fauna along the riverbanks on the way to Januari Lake, and listen to a guide share local insights into the area. Few travelers are lucky enough to experience the Amazon from a waterborne vantage point, making this a rare and memorable experience.

Get up close and personal with the Amazon River’s formidable black caimans on this exciting night-time nature cruise with a twist. Take a boat along the Amazon and Solimões rivers with your guide and visit these creatures, the brothers and sisters of the American and Chinese alligator, in their natural habitats. This exciting tour sets out in the evening, giving you the opportunity to enjoy remarkable views of the Amazon at dusk.

Learn about the natural practices and respectful exploration of the forest on this tour of the Amazon. This tour provides the unique opportunity to socialize with those indigenous to the Amazon jungle. You'll start out on a motorized canoe on to ride the river partaking in dolphin and bird watching. Your guides will keep you informed throughout the tour. This can include knowledge about local medicinal plants, fishing and wildlife.

Combine city sightseeing with a speedboat cruise along the Amazon River on this comprehensive, yet efficient, half-day tour. Perfect for travelers short on time in Manaus, check off Manaus City Hall, the Manaus traditional market, Amazonas Opera House, and more, in just a matter of hours. Wrap up the experience with a journey along the river to see the incredible "Meeting of the Waters", where the dark Rio Negro and muddy Solimoes River flow side by side for miles without mixing.

Learn about Brazil's rubber trade on a visit to Vila Paraíso. During this half-day tour from Manaus, see where rubber is loaded onto boats and shipped around the world. At the Rubber Museum, visit the workshops and warehouses where rubber was collected, processed and stored. Take a walk among the rubber trees to see how rubber is collected, then visit both the Rubber Master's opulent house and the modest homes of typical industry employees. On the return trip to Manus, stop at Tupé Beach to cool off with a swim (time permitting). Round trip transportation from Manaus hotels is included.

Experience the Amazon Rainforest on an overnight guided trip from Manaus that makes visiting the remote region more accessible. Travel to a rainforest lodge near Paricatuba and explore the surrounding waterways and jungle with a local guide who helps you navigate the environment and understand what you’re seeing. With transport, accommodation, and meals arranged, the experience removes much of the uncertainty of planning a stay in the Amazon.

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.