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Upon arrival in Iguazu, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Iguacu. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to explore the city at your own pace.




Overnight in Iguazu

Today you will visit Iguassu National Park and discover the Brazilian side of the falls with a motorcoach. Go along the paths following the cascades and along the catwalk, which will take you very close to the bottom of the Devils Throat. Enjoy the breathtaking views from here. Afterwards, you can take an elevator back up to the road where you will meet your coach for your journey back to the hotel. Enjoy your afternoon at leisure.




Overnight in Iguassu

Prepare to be transferred to the airport in Iguassu for your flight to Rio de Janeiro. Upon arrival at the airport in Rio, you will be met and transferred to your hotel for check-in. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.




Overnight in Rio de Janeiro

In the morning you will head on a tour of Rio. Downtown is the business heart of Rio; it is a part of the city where colonial meets modern skyscrapers. Passing along Rio Branco Avenue, you will see the Candelaria Church, which was built in the late 18th century and only completed in 1898. The headquarters of the major Brazilian banks and commercial enterprises can also be found on this avenue. You will see the Opera House (Teatro Municipal) and Carioca Square, the Church of Santo Antonio built in the 17th century as well as the contrast of the modern buildings such as Petrobras and the Cathedral. You will see Rio's aqueduct, built in the 18th century, which nowadays connects downtown to the Santa Teresa district, an old residential area. Afterwards, you will drive through Flamengo Park to discover one of the highlights of Rio. From the park, you can see the famous Sugar Loaf Mountain, which can be reached with a cable car ride at 1,200 feet high (not included). From the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain, you can look down on Rio and discover one of the most breathtaking views in the world. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure — the following optional tour can be booked.




Overnight in Rio de Janeiro

After breakfast, start the day by visiting the famous statue of Christ The Redeemer, which has been elected as one of the seven modern wonders of the world. The statue sits 2,300 ft. above sea level, atop Corcovado Hill. Following a scenic drive along the Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, you will arriveat the foot of the hill, where you will embark on a small train which climbs the beautiful mountainside. Upon reaching the top,you will experience a panoramic view of Rio de Janeiro and discover why it is known as the “Marvelous City”! Lunch will be in a BBQ house. You can choose to spend the rest of the day at leisure or book an optional tour.




Overnight in Rio de Janeiro

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before you are transferred to the airport for your flight to Manaus. Upon arrival in Manaus, you will be transferred to your hotel. In the afternoon, head on a city tour of Manaus where you will discover some of the typical neighborhoods of the city and the Museum of Indigenous Peoples, where guests can see some of the traditions, tools, and garments which are used by these people. Next, you will visit the Teatro Amazonas (Opera House), the primary tourist attraction in the city. The rest of the day will be spent at leisure to explore the city at your own pace. Manaus is the capital of Amazonas, which is the largest state in Brazil. It is a modern city and one of the fastest-growing in Brazil. It is also the perfect point of departure for exploring the rest of the Amazonian region. Visitors can discover the beautiful riverbanks and \"igarapes\" (creeks), swim and canoe in placid lakes, or simply walk through the evergreen forest.




Overnight in Manaus

After breakfast, depart the Manaus Pier to head on the meeting-of-the-waters tour. Leave Manaus onboard a regional double-decker boat. The boat will take you to the Negro River navigating along the shores of Manaus, allowing passengers to see the Amazon Theater, the Port of Manaus, the customs, and the fascinating aspects of local life such as the stilt house. Next, discover the incredible meeting of the Negro and Solimões Rivers as they join to form the Amazon River which runs all the way to the Atlantic Ocean. The water of these two rivers run together for about 12 KM side by side — without mixing. The phenomenon occurs due to the difference in temperature, density, and speed of the waters and rivers. Throughout this tour, you will get the opportunity to enjoy lunch in a floating restaurant (not included). Later in the day, you will arrive at your lodge. Check-in and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.




Overnight in the Amazon

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and spend a full day at leisure to enjoy the activities at the park.




Overnight in the Amazon



Nature Hike Duration: 1 to 3 hours (depending on the physical fitness of the tour members). Time is approximate.

Biodiversity is the main characteristic of ECOPARK. It includes uncatalogued species in the virgin rainforest, natural savannahs, and beautiful creeks. Several streams of crystal-clear warm waters also run through the land. During this tour, the guide will lead clients to educate them about the local flora and fauna, and how and where they can find edible fruits and potable water, along with first aid, how to find their way in the forest, and so much more.



Visit to the Caboclo House Duration: 1 hour. Time is approximate.

Depart the lodge on a boat or motor canoe, to visit a local family. Dubbed the “caboclos”, learn about their local traditions and customs and discover the rich history of the Amazon, the rubber cycle, and much more. During this visit, you will see how the cassava meal is prepared and how they smoke the extracted rubber sap.  



Monkey Forest Duration: 40 minutes to 1 hour. Time is approximate

The Monkey Forest is a restricted area where wild animals come and go as the seasons pass by. There is always a feeding time schedule, under the supervision of the biologist and/or personnel with credentials to do so. Guests are welcome to visit, film, and photograph the animals which may be on-site in a safe and natural environment. The facilities for rehabilitation and re-introduction of wild animals in their habitat known as Monkey Forest was created in 1991 with the intention of receiving animals which have been confiscated from illegal commerce. This is a joint project with the Municipal Secretary of Environment and Sustainability. In this center, the animals are initially put into quarantine to be evaluated and taken care of by a team of veterinaries and biologists. In partnership with the FFV (Live Forest Foundation), a non-profit institution overseen by Amazon Ecopark Lodge, a unique feeding system has been developed. Twice a day (10:30 & 15:30), the animals receive supplements for their natural diet, ensuring that they are being fed the essential nutrients. The Monkey Forest is open to guests visits, always in the company of a facility professional. Guests are welcome to film and take as many photos as they wish in this safe and natural environment.

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back home via Manaus.