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Amazon Experiences 3 Day Discover the Amazon On our 3 Day Discover the Amazon tour you can experience the wilderness of this magnificent region in comfort. Located just 30 minutes by boat from Manaus on the bank of the tranquil Tarumã River and surrounded by dense primary forest, the unique Eco Park Lodge offers 60 rustic suites, each with a hot shower, ceiling fan and air conditioning. Each evening delicious regional cuisine is served in the thatched panoramic restaurant. Activities, all with expert guides, include alligator spotting, fishing trips, jungle trekking and much more. Departures: Daily Day 1: Manaus  The Amazon Depart Manaus at 1.30pm for your 30-minute boat ride downriver to the unique Amazon Eco Park Lodge. This afternoon visit the Monkey Rehabilitation Centre, where it is possible to take pictures of rare monkeys with the safety of specialised staff. After dinner this evening, go in search of alligators with your expert guide.(D) Overnight: Eco Park Lodge Day 2: The Amazon After breakfast, enjoy a hike with your guide who will lead you through the jungle and explain the amazing flora and fauna that surrounds you. Visit a native Caboclo' dwelling to learn about the way these native inhabitants, descendants of the Indians, live their lifes. There will be time to try your hand at fishing before returning to the lodge for your evening meal.(BLD) Day 3: The Amazon  'Meeting of the Waters'  Manaus Today, bid farewell and travel into the Amazon to visit the phenomenon of the Meeting of the Waters' at the confluence of the Rio Negro and the Rio Solimões, a remarkable sight not to be missed. Enjoy lunch at the floating restaurant and later return to Manaus by 5pm.(BL) Tours are subject to change without prior notice due to weather conditions. Tour Prices Prices per person, in £'s from 01Jan09-31Mar10 Prices Include * Accommodation, transfers and excursions as shown * Meals as specified (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner) Discover the Amazon Twin 289 Single 355 4 Day Amazon Adventure This fabulous 4 Day Amazon Adventure package will take you to the heart of the Adventure forest, to a unique part of the world located on the spectacular banks of Puraquequara Lake just three hours from Manaus. You will travel 30 minutes by minibus, followed by an amazing two-hour boat ride into the rainforest, passing by the 'Meeting of the Waters' phenomenon. The Amazon Village Lodge offers simple yet comfortable accommodation, built in traditional local wood amongst the trees. Each of the 22 wooden lodges offer twin beds, private bathroom and a veranda with a hammock. Departures: Daily Day 1: Manaus  Meeting of the Waters' Depart Manaus at 2pm for a spectacular journey into the Amazon, passing by the phenomenon of the Meeting of the Waters' where the dark Rio Negro meets the lighter waters of Rio Solimões. Upon arrival at the lodge enjoy a delicious meal before joining your expert local guide for a nocturnal alligator spotting tour.(D) Overnight: Amazon Village Day 2: The Amazon This morning join a small group with your expert guide for a jungle trek deep into the Amazon. Discover the amazing flora, fauna and animal species. After lunch spend some time relaxing in the gardens, late afternoon enjoy an exploration of the area by canoe.(BLD) Day 3: The Amazon After breakfast, depart around 9am for your guided motorised canoe tour to visit the river inlets and flooded forest. Try your hand at fishing; if you're lucky you may catch local fish such as tucunare, tambaqui and even the voracious piranha! This afternoon visit a native Caboclo' dwelling and learn about their way of life.(BLD) Day 4: Amazon  Manaus Return to Manaus by boat by about 11.30am.(B) Max. luggage allowance on the boat is 5kg, the rest of your luggage will be stored at the Amazon Village office in Manaus. There is no hot water and electricity is limited to the evening hours. Tours are subject to change without prior notice due to weather conditions. Tour Prices Prices per person, in £'s from 01Jan09-31Dec09 01Jan10-31Mar10 Amazon Adventure Twin 285 345 Single 339 409 4 Day Amazon Premium Cruising The Amazon Clipper Premium boat is wonderfully unique in style and has been exclusively designed to offer comfortable cruising on the Amazon River. This splendid craft is large enough to offer spacious cabins throughout, but small enough to dock at remote spots and cruise to hidden locations. Departures: Wednesday Day 1: Manaus  The Amazon Depart from the pier at the Tropical Hotel Manaus at 2.30pm. Navigate upstream to a tributary of the River Negro. Enjoy a canoe trip just before sunset as the change in the forest occurs with nightfall and nocturnal animals emerge.(D) Day 2: Cruising the Amazon After breakfast, enjoy a walk in the forest to discover the flora and fauna, escorted by an expert guide. Visit a Cabaclo' family and experience local life for the inhabitants of the rainforest. After lunch you will navigate through the Anavilhanas, the world's largest freshwater island network. This evening you may choose to take a night tour to see caimans, snakes, sloths and other species.(BLD) Day 3: Cruising the Amazon Visit the village of Novo Airão, with its boat yards, handicrafts, market and other activities. After lunch, travel to a white sandy beach for a refreshing swim before taking a canoe trip in Acajatuba Lake to see typical flora including rubber trees, Brazil nuts and various palms. Fish for piranhas before dinner and then enjoy an evening excursion to spot caimans and other nocturnal animals.(BLD) Day 4: The Amazon  Manaus Enjoy a sunrise canoe trip on Lake Januari for exceptional birdwatching opportunities. After breakfast, you will pass by the Meeting of the Waters' phenomenon before returning to the Hotel Tropical de Manaus. Arriving at approx. 11.30am.(B) Tours are subject to change without prior notice due to weather conditions. Tour Prices Prices Include * Accommodation, transport and excursions as shown * Meals as specified (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner) Prices per person, in £'s from 01Jan09-31Mar10 Amazon Premium Cruising Twin 535 Single 969 Brochure prices may change. See booking conditions. 35