Day
1
MANAUS
Embark on your amazing 5-star Amazon adventure cruise aboard the Iberostar Grand Amazon. Sail on the Negro River towards the Jaraqui region while enjoying a striking sunset on the upper deck and classical music. There will be a Captain’s welcome cocktail with presentation of the officers and crew and safety procedures drill followed by a Welcome dinner at Kuarup Restaurant. (D)
Day
2
AMAZON
Awake to a beautiful sunrise and breakfast at Jaraqui stream region. Trek through the Igarapés to observe palms and high trees used for house construction and as medicines by the local villagers. Return to the ship for lunch. Later, take a boat ride through the islands in the Três Bocas region to see orchids, bromeliads, toucans and macaws. Dinner then entertainment with the expedition team on the upper deck. (B,L,D)
Day
3
AMAZON
This morning cruise to an indigenous community at the Cuieiras river area to visit their school, medical center and homes, as well as their manioc flour and handicrafts production. There will be a Lecture on “Amazon Fish” at Salao Lua and lunch on the upper deck. Afternoon boat ride and visit to a local farm at the Ariaú region for piranha fishing. Dinner at Kuarup Restaurant. Evening boat ride with a chance of seeing alligators. (B,L,D)
Day
4
AMAZON
Take an early morning boat ride in the Ariaú river region for bird watching. Return for breakfast at Kuarup Restaurant, followed by the Amazon pink dolphin observation and a visit to the river’s beach. There will be a lecture on “Amazon Birds” at Salao Lua and lunch on the terrace. Then, visit the Rubber Tappe Museum. Tonight, enjoy a special farewell gala dinner at Kuarup Restaurant and Folkloric show at Salao Lua. (B,L,D)
Day
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