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The Amazon Experience

A journey to Brazil's Amazon region will you an experience of nature never to be forgotten. The Amazon River and its tributaries comprise the world's largest river system and the Amazon basin houses the world's largest rainforest, an intricate system of countless species of plants, animals and insects. A journey to the region will be a challenging and fascinating experience that will introduce you to the voluptuous beauty and innate wisdom of the forest. Based at one of the various lodges set within the jungle you will have a chance to trek through the forest in the company of experienced naturalist guides, to explore some of the Amazon's many tributaries and to gain an appreciation of the beauty and vast natural wealth of the area.

Amazon Ecopark
Located in the midst of lush jungle, less than 1 hour by boat from Manaus, the Amazon Ecopark Lodge is a tourist, scientific and education complex founded in 1991. The lodge has an educational and research centre open to all those interested in discovering the rainforest and its wonders. Air-conditioned bungalows with private facilities are built in harmony with nature providing all the comforts of home in a most exotic setting. The Ecopark has 60 guest rooms all with en-suite facilities, air conditioning and hot showers as well; as 2 restaurants. The lodge is known for its unique and pioneering course of survival in the rainforest: bilingual guides with ample knowledge of the area will teach you how and where to find edible fruits and potable water, to practice first aid, to build a shelter and much more. (The Jungle Survival course is only available for groups/please enquire for further details and prices).

4 day/3 night package

• Price per person:
  British Pounds (£) 388 in twin/double room / Additional night £99
  British Pounds (£) 498 in single room / Additional night £114

Amazon Village
Located 30 Kms from Manaus (approx. 2½ hours by boat), on the banks of the Puraquequara Lake, the Amazon Village offers visitors a unique perspective of the natural and cultural wonders of the Amazon. The village has 45 guestrooms housed in wooden bungalows built amongst trees. Rooms are simple but comfortable and are equipped with twin beds, a ceiling fan and private en-suite facilities. They all have a private veranda with hammock and rainforest views. Tours range in number of days and include activities such as jungle hikes, canoe trips, visits to local indigenous groups and alligator spotting all accompanied by bilingual (English/Portuguese) guides. Please note that the lodge uses alternative energy sources and therefore guestrooms do not have electricity 24 hours a day. The lights in the rooms are limited to the evening hours and there is no hot water available. There are also no power outlets (eg 110V/220V) available.  The Village provides guests with candles and kerosene lamps, and the kitchen and service areas are supplied with electricity continuously.

4 day/3 night package

• Price per person:
  British Pounds (£) 387 in twin/double room / Additional night £125
  British Pounds (£) 468 in single room / Additional night £125

Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge
The Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge is located 110 Kms north-west of Manaus (approximately 3 hours), across from the world's largest river archipelago and is the perfect place to explore the wonders of the Amazon basin. Built on suspended wooden structures, its 16 cottages offer a combination of wildlife’s simplicity and comfortable accommodation.  Adorned with artworks of regional craftsmanship, every room provides air conditioning, box spring mattress beds, hot and cold shower, mini-fridge and a private deck. At the restaurant, you will find a blend of Amazonian flavours and international cuisine, which can be savoured with a cocktail of exotic fruits. Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge also offers a swimming pool with a view of the surrounding landscape, a belvedere for sightseeing, and elegant Amazonian watercraft.

4 day/3 night package

Price per person:
British Pounds (£) 598 in twin/double room / Additional night £140
British Pounds (£) 720 in single room / Additional night £167

Ariau Jungle Tower Lodge
The Ariau Jungle Tower Lodge is a unique resort built in the treetop canopy of the Amazon. Located at the junction of the Ariau river and the Rio Negro, 60 Kms from Manaus, it provides an unique opportunity to observe and photograph the forest and wildlife from a different perspective. The lodge has 276 rooms and 12 suites all with private facilities and air conditioning. Activities from the lodge include jungle trekking, canoeing on the Negro River, visits to local indigenous communities and swimming with pink dolphins. When not participating in the tours guests can enjoy the lodge's facilities such as its swimming pool, bars and its two 134-ft observation towers.

• Price per person:
  British Pounds (£) 583 in twin/double room / Additional night £145
  British Pounds (£) 772 in single room / Additional night £145
  Additional for Suites: Prices on request

Tiwa Amazon Eco-Resort
The Tiwa Amazonas Eco-Resort is located approximately 10 Kms from Manaus, on the banks of the Rio Negro (approximately 40 minutes by boat). It is built around a beautiful natural lake that is surrounded by tropical rainforest. The resort offers 52 double houses built on stilts at the edge of the lake tastefully decorated with work by local artisans. All rooms have en-suite facilities and offer air-conditioning. Guests can enjoy the resort's swimming pool or opt for sports such as volleyball, tennis and mini-golf. Some tours options include jungle hiking, bird-watching and piranha fishing. Guests can also take canoe rides and visit local villages.

4 day/3 night package

• Price per person:
  British Pounds (£) 376 in twin/double room / Additional night £96
  British Pounds (£) 514 in single room / Additional night £138

The Tiwa Amazon Eco-resort also offers a wide range of additional tours (optional) such as: Jungle survivals, visits to Presidente Figueiredo, Botos of Novo Airao, River cruise to Anavilhanas and Solimoes River and overnight in the jungle amongst others.

Please enquire for shorter or longer packages at all above lodges and for stays at other lodges.

Austral Tours Ltd: 20 Upper Tachbrook Street
London SW1V 1SH - United Kingdom
Tel. +44(0)20-7233 5384 / Fax +44(0)20-7233 5385
Email: info@latinamerica.co.uk

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