Amazon Clipper Cruise Premium 6 days

Amazon Clipper Cruise Premium

Amazon Clipper is specialized in operating boat cruises on the Amazon River system. Departing from Manaus, using traditional Amazon riverboats, with basic comfort such as double cabins with bunk berths, private toilet & shower facilities and night time air conditioning. Or there is the option of Clipper Premium boat, with the comfort of a luxury ship. A vessel unique in style that offers small-ship cruising in the Amazon.

Note:	Amazon Clipper Premium - 6 days Departures: every Monday

Program Summary

Day 01 – Manaus/Amazon Rainforest
Departure around 14:30 h from Tropical Manaus Hotel's landing stage. Introduction to crew, familiarization with the boat's facilities and itinerary. Welcome drinks. Navigation past Manaus to the Xiborena region. Canoe trip in small creeks to see life on the flood plains: jute, market-garden produce, rubber trees, as well as flooded forest and lakes. This trip returns after sunset so that we can observe nightlife, including caimans. Navigation up the Amazon (the upper part of it is called the Solimões River by the natives) to Janauaca lake. Dinner en route onboard. Lodging Overnight onboard.

Day 02 – Amazon Rainforest
Daybreak Early morning canoe trip for bird watching. Meals Onboard. Day Visit the inhabitants of the lake who live from manioc plantations, fishing, varied fruit trees, rubber, Brazil-nut trees, wood and other extractive products. Walk in the forest with commentaries by the specialist. Afternoon fishing for piranhas and other types of fish. Night trip to see nocturnal animals. Navigation downstream on the Amazon. Lodging on board.

Day 03 – Amazon Rainforest
Daybreak Early morning bird-watching trip in the Janauary Ecological park or nearby waterways. Meals Onboard a.m. Navigation and observation of "Meeting of the Waters" phenomenon. Return to Manaus. p.m. Navigation past Manaus port. Sunset Canoe trip shortly before sunset, returning after dark, with the possibility of observing nocturnal animals. Lodging Onboard.

 Day 04 – Amazon Rainforest
Meals Onboard a.m. Walk in the forest with commentaries by the specialist. Observation of the flora. Visit to a "caboclo" family. Chance to see the local way of life. p.m. Navigation through the Anavilhanas, the world’s largest fresh water archipelago, more then 1000 miles from the ocean. Night Night trip to watch caimans, possibly frogs, sloths & other species, depending on season.

Day 05 - Amazon Rainforest
Meals Onboard a.m. Visit Novo Airão village, with its handicraft boat yards, sawmills, market. p.m. Navigation to Praia Grande or other white sand beach. Swimming if conditions permit, and observation of the vegetation of sandy areas. Canoe trip in lake Acajatuba or adjacent lake to see typical flora. Fishing for piranhas. Night trip to observe caimans. Lodging Onboard.

Day 06 - Amazon Rainforest / Manaus
Daybreak Lake Janauary. Canoe trip at sunrise for bird watching, discovering the flood plain forest and lakes with giant water lilies (in season). Breakfast Onboard a.m. Navigation back to Manaus with views of Manaus with its floating docks, market, old customs house and houses on stilts, to the Tropical Manaus Hotel landing stage, with a fine views of Manaus’ waterfront. Arrival around 11:30 h & disembark. p.m. Departure Home or Extension Trip

General Information

Capacity:	Minimum of 1 and maximum of 16 travelers
Level:	Easy Level Program
Guide Language:	English. Other language upon request
Included:	Transfers and overnights in Clipper Boat Premium with full board. All mentioned activities. Local bilingual guides
Not Included:	Air tickets to/from Manaus. Beverages. Medical expenses or hospitalization. Insurance
Personal Gear:	T-shirts, long sleeved shirt, jeans or track suit, sneakers or hiking boots, mosquito repellent, sun block
Optional Gear:	Binoculars, camera equipment & film, penknife, small backpack, sun glasses
Note:	Amazon Clipper Premium - 6 days Departures: every Monday