THE AMAZON'S LIQUID HIGHWAYS

The rivers of the Amazon—from the mighty main channel to the smallest blackwater tributaries—form the lifeblood of the rainforest. Our river safaris take you deep into this aquatic realm where water and forest merge, creating habitats found nowhere else on Earth and revealing wildlife impossible to encounter on land.

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The Experience

Your river journey begins at dawn when mist rises from the water and wildlife gathers along the shores. In traditional dugout canoes modified for comfort but maintaining their silent approach, you'll glide through flooded forests where trees have evolved to spend half their lives underwater.

Accompanied by expert guides who can spot the slightest ripple indicating an approaching dolphin or the subtle signs of a giant otter family, you'll explore a maze of channels that change with the seasons. As darkness falls, our specialized night safaris reveal a different world—where black caimans' eyes glow red in our lights and nocturnal creatures emerge from daytime hiding.

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Key Features:

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• Traditional Craft: Our canoes are built by local artisans using techniques passed down for generations
• Aquatic Expertise: Our river guides include ichthyologists studying the Amazon's unparalleled fish diversity
• Seasonal Adaptability: Different routes for high water and low water seasons ensure optimal wildlife viewing year-round
• Specialized Equipment: Hydrophones allow you to listen to the underwater sounds of river dolphins and other aquatic life

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When to Visit

The high-water season (January-May) allows access to flooded forests and igapó ecosystems, while the low-water season (August-November) concentrates wildlife along the main channels and exposes beaches where turtles nest.