Ten days navigating from the Upper Rio Negro to Manaus, passing through São Gabriel da Cachoeira, the Mayua Archipelago, the Jaú National Park, the Gruta do Madada and the Anavilhanas Archipelago. Indigenous communities, rock paintings, trails, wildlife and landscapes that shift with every stretch of the river. Aboard Untamed Amazon, one of the most complete crossings the Amazon allows you to experience.
The Upper Rio Negro Expedition is a 10-day journey of pure luxury and adventure, an exclusive proposal from The Untamed Amazon for an unforgettable experience. Sail on the legendary Rio Negro and its tributaries, explore the majestic Mayua River Archipelago, and admire the waterfalls of the Apuau River. Participate in jungle treks, swim in the river waters, and explore the Madada Grotto and Jaú National Park. One of the greatest thrills is connecting with indigenous communities, like the WARIRO, and learning about their traditions. The expedition culminates in the contemplation of the famous Meeting of the Waters, a trip that celebrates nature and culture in a unique way.
Day 1
The day begins with a flight from Manaus to São Gabriel da Cachoeira. Upon arrival, the transfer leads to the WARIRO house, where local indigenous handicrafts and a meeting with the FOIRN leadership open the journey in a way no boat has done before. Lunch takes place at a typical restaurant in the city, with a stop along the São Gabriel waterfront before boarding speedboats toward Untamed Amazon. On board, welcome drinks and accommodation in the suites. Dinner closes the first day.
Day 2
Breakfast takes place while navigating the Rio Negro toward Cartucho, with a conversation about the region's ethnic groups that prepares the eye for what lies ahead. After lunch on board, speedboats lead to an indigenous community: the local project and the women who weave Aruma rugs reveal a living tradition, passed down with care. The day ends with a swim in the Rio Negro at sunset and dinner on board.
Day 3
A day of navigation and observation. The boat moves along the Rio Negro as the fauna and flora reveal themselves along the way. Birdwatching and speedboat rides to take in the biodiversity of the region. Meals are served on board. The Amazon shows itself in details to those who know how to look slowly.
Day 4
Arriving in Barcelos opens the day with a visit to the NACIB Association, where local coordinators share stories and cultures from the region. From there, navigation through the Mayua Archipelago: the largest river archipelago in the world, with around 4,400 islands. In the afternoon, the boat departs toward the Jaú National Park.
Day 5
The day unfolds inside the Jaú National Park, one of the largest tropical forest reserves on the planet. Ancient rock paintings, trails through the forest and an immersion in history and nature that goes beyond explanation. Meals are served on board.
Day 6
The day begins with watching the dawn from within the park, with the fauna and flora still moving at the rhythm of the early hours. After breakfast, a trail to the Carabinani rapids. The boat resumes navigation toward Madada. The end of the day belongs to drinks and a special dinner on board.
Day 7
After breakfast, the trail to the Gruta do Madada to observe rock carvings in a landscape that holds marks from a time long before the journey. Lunch is served on board. In the afternoon, a water trail for sunset over the Anavilhanas Archipelago. When nature allows, the day ends on the beach, with an Amazonian luau under the open sky.
Day 8
A visit to the Tumbira community opens the day, with a route through the Baixo Rio Negro RDS and the projects led by its residents. Lunch is served on board. In the afternoon, the canoes enter the Ariaú River and Acajatuba. The day ends with a swim in the river and dinner on board, already navigating toward Janauari.
Day 9
Dawn brings an outing through the igapós of the várzea region. After breakfast, a visit to a floating community: the Victoria amazonica up close and the observation of the pirarucu, the largest fish in the Amazon. In the afternoon, the canoes move through the local fauna and flora. Dinner on board closes the second to last night.
Day 10
The final day holds one of the Amazon's most recognized moments: the Meeting of the Waters, where the Rio Negro and the Solimões run side by side without merging. A stop for an encounter with Amazonian pink dolphins, with respect and presence. The farewell lunch takes place on board. A direct transfer to the airport closes the crossing.
What's included:
- Transfers between the airport/hotel and the vessel in Manaus;
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner prepared by the chef;
- Still water, soft drinks and regional juices, unlimited;
- House wines and beers during meals;
- Specialized guides and full crew;
- Laundry service;
- All activities described in the itinerary.
Not included:
- Personal expenses;
- Gratuities for guides and crew;
- Accommodation before or after the cruise;
- Premium wines, spirits and specialty cocktails;
- Services not expressly described as included.
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