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Top 15 Amazon River Trips from Manaus

23 tours  ·  from $21 a head

The meeting of the waters, a night in a lodge upriver and a canoe into the flooded forest. These 15 trips are compared on how far from the city they actually go, what is included and how many nights are aboard.

Khao Lak: Little Amazon Canoe Ride & Tam Nang Waterfall Tour - Tam Nang Waterfall is the tour’s strongest stop
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Khao Lak: Little Amazon Canoe Ride & Tam Nang Waterfall Tour

1.Khao Lak: Little Amazon Canoe Ride & Tam Nang Waterfall Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 442 reviews · 4h 30m · from $61Our pick

Ride a local canoe through Takuapa’s swamp forest, where guides look for snakes, monitor lizards, monkeys, and birds. Then walk about 800 meters through Si Phang-nga National Park to Tam Nang Waterfall for a swim. Guides such as Gay, Laura, and Praew are praised for their humor and nature knowledge.

“Very infomative guide. Very patient and helpful with my wife who was finding walking difficult.”

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From Manaus: One-Day Amazon Jungle Experience - A three-hour walk through the Amazon forest
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From Manaus: One-Day Amazon Jungle Experience

2.One-Day Amazon Jungle Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 408 reviews · 12 hours · from $100

From Manaus, you will travel by air-conditioned car and open wooden canoe for a full day in the Amazon. Guides such as Fabio, Fabinho, Dennis, and Milton lead jungle walks, dolphin swims, piranha fishing, local lunch, sunset rides, and nighttime caiman searches.

“Our trip into the Amazon rainforest was truly unforgettable — a real showcase of Mother Nature at her best. Walking through the dense forest was incredible (and easy to see how someone could get lost in there!). Lunch on the floating house was delicious, and gliding by boat through the trees was surreal. We were even caught in a storm while on the river, which only added to the adventure. Swimming with the dolphins was a highlight — they were so playful and friendly. As the sun set, the storm moved off into the distance, and the sky filled with stars. Being on the river in complete darkness was such…”

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Manaus: Full-Day Tour on the Amazon River - Seeing the Meeting of the Waters near Manaus
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Manaus: Full-Day Tour on the Amazon River

3.Full-Day Tour on the Amazon River

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 362 reviews · 1 day · from $55

From Manaus, cruise to Lake January and the Meeting of the Waters, paddle by canoe among Victoria Regia lilies, look for pink dolphins, enjoy a regional buffet, and visit Dessanos and Tucanos communities. English guidance is provided, though much of the group may speak Portuguese.

“where should I start? All I can say is that I was completely thrilled by this tour and that my expectations were by far exceeded!! That started at the lecture with the appointment the day before. Even though I didn't live in the defined area, they offered to pick me up there anyway! I found that very friendly. The next morning the driver contacted me to confirm the pickup and pickup time, which meant I didn’t have to wait unnecessarily on the street. When we arrived at the port, we were able to check in quickly for the tour and we set off soon. The guide showed up and explained…”

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Tambopata Peruvian Amazon Jungle for Three Days/Two Nights - Lake Sandoval is the trip’s main wildlife outing
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Tambopata Peruvian Amazon Jungle for Three Days/Two Nights

4.Tambopata Peruvian Amazon Jungle for Three Days/Two Nights

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 329 reviews · 3 days · from $350

Join a small English or Spanish-speaking group for three active days in Tambopata. You will zipline from a 35-meter tower, cruise the Madre de Dios River, hike to Lake Sandoval, spot monkeys and caimans, walk at night, and visit a parrot clay lick. Guides such as Ivan, Samuel, Saay, and Alan have earned especially warm praise.

“Most amazing and most worth it part of the trip. Our guide Jose (nicknamed Jungle Joe) was so knowledgeable and friendly. With him, we were able to spot so many different animals and know more about their native origins and behaviors. This trip is definitely good for all ages, because once you’re at the lodge you’re able to choose which activities you want to participate in. While I highly recommend doing all of the activities, others chose to sit out of some, like the canopy walk or the night boat rides, which may have been out of their comfort zone. Regardless you’ll have a great time just hanging out at…”

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Thai cooking class &Market tour by Amazon Prime Series Chef. - Choosing your dishes from a long Thai menu
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Thai cooking class &Market tour by Amazon Prime Series Chef.

5.Thai cooking class &Market tour by Amazon Prime Series Chef.

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 266 reviews · 4 hours · from $70

Chef Wandee, a mentor to two finalists on Amazon Prime’s The World Cook Season 2, leads this small-group Khao Lak class. Tour a local market, choose dishes from 29 recipes, make curry paste from scratch, and cook in an open-air garden kitchen. Hotel pickup, recipes, and video clips are included.

“Delicious experience! We started off with a great tour of the Bang Niang Fresh Market and were shown how coconut cream and coconut milk are made. The cooking class that followed was excellent and the staff are extremely helpful and friendly. We made a papaya salad, some fried pork on lemongrass skewers, a massaman curry and some coconut pancakes. Everything was absolutely delicious. Shoutout to Chef Wandee for allowing us to dip into her local craft beer collection! My only wish is that we could have cooked more dishes!”

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3 Days Amazon Jungle Adventure Tour - Day three: sunrise, caboclo life, and the ride home
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3 Days Amazon Jungle Adventure Tour

6.3 Days Amazon Jungle Adventure Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 145 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $360

Travel from Manaus to a basic Amazon lodge by boat, car, and motorized canoe. With guides such as Fabio or Joseph, you will fish for piranhas, spot caimans, walk among medicinal plants, paddle flooded channels, visit a caboclo family, and return to Manaus around 5:00 pm on day three.

“Jungle James and Carlos provided us with an incredible experience and the staff at the lodge was kind and accommodating. Would definitely recommend the rainy season and lots of bug spray.”

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Amazing Waterfalls of the Amazon - Presidente Figueiredo - Cachoeira do Santuário and the Easier Second Visit
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Amazing Waterfalls of the Amazon – Presidente Figueiredo

7.Amazing Waterfalls of the Amazon – Presidente Figueiredo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 141 reviews · 6 hours (approx.)

Travel from Manaus to Presidente Figueiredo with a local guide such as Miguel, then walk through rainforest to swim at Iracema and Santuário waterfalls. Expect caves, wet trails, a small-group setting, hotel transfers, and a long day that may take 10 to 11 hours.

“We had an amazing day at Presidente Figueredo waterfalls . The guide was very friendly and took care of all our needs . The place itself is astonishingly beautiful and speaks for itself . The company is responsible and they’ll make sure you will have a perfect experience. Highly recommend”

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Amazon Tour in Ecuador: Puyo Day Trip from Baños - The Puyo River by dugout canoe
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Amazon Tour in Ecuador: Puyo Day Trip from Baños

8.Amazon Tour in Ecuador: Puyo Day Trip from Baños

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · 8 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $85Top rated

Spend 8 hours and 45 minutes traveling from Baños into Ecuador’s Amazon with a guide, lunch, boots, and poncho included. Visit Hola Vida waterfall, paddle the Puyo River, meet the Quechua community at Wayury Llacta, see wildlife at a rescue center, and make chocolate at a family farm.

“We had a fantastic day! Our driver and guide were incredibly knowledgeable about local plants, chocolate, and medicinal plants. Their passion and insights made the experience unforgettable. Highly recommend this tour!”

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Manaus to Santarém: 36-Hour Ferry on the Amazon - Leaving Manaus for the river
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Manaus to Santarém: 36-Hour Ferry on the Amazon

9.Manaus to Santarém: 36-Hour Ferry on the Amazon

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 55 reviews · 36 hours · from $140

Travel from Manaus to Santarém on a working Amazon ferry used by local residents. Your booking includes hotel pickup, a hammock or private air-conditioned cabin, and an optional transfer to Alter do Chão. Expect simple facilities, limited signal, onboard meals for purchase, and river travel on its own schedule.

“Bestilte turen på basis af billeder af en lille hyggelig båd. Endte op på en åd med over 1000 passagerer hængekøjer overalt. Øverste dæk, hvor man kunne opholde sig og få lidt mad og drikke, var med meget høj musik, så man ikke kunne snakke sammen. Havde bestilt og betalt for kahyt til tre personer men fik kun en lille kahyt med to senge. Ved henvendelse til Amazingtours blev der svaret, at vi bare selv kunne sætte en hængekøje op udenfor kahytten. Ikke acceptabelt. Et krav om delvis tilbagebetaling blev ikke besvaret. Amazingtours har bare scoret forskellen mellem en stor kahyt og den lille vi fik. Overordnet set, en tur…”

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From Iquitos: 3-Day Amazon Jungle Adventure Trip - Butterfly farms and village life on the first afternoon
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From Iquitos: 3-Day Amazon Jungle Adventure Trip

10.From Iquitos: 3-Day Amazon Jungle Adventure Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 50 reviews · 3 days · from $467

Spend three days with a private guide such as Danny, Ernesto, Andrés, or Miguel, traveling from Iquitos by boat to a jungle lodge. Expect pink dolphins, piranhas, night wildlife, medicinal plants, sunrise, sunset, and a visit to a Yahuas community. Lodging and meals are simple but comfortable.

“This Amazon experience was amazing. I was very fortunate that it was me and another person in the group which made it far better. My guide Joa was very friendly and helped when he could and provided some funny moments”

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Belgrade Amazon Kayak Adventure - Wildlife, bird calls, and quiet water
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Belgrade Amazon Kayak Adventure

11.Belgrade Amazon Kayak Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews

Join Belgrade Kayak Trip for a private, five-hour paddle through Beljarica, known as Belgrade’s Amazonia. Guides such as Dejan and Danjel lead you through narrow Danube channels alive with plants and birds. The 18-kilometer route suits active visitors with good fitness.

“No fat no stress is a great kayaking brand in Belgrade. I loved the experience. The guide was fun and knowledgeable. Nature is just amazing. I can't even comment on how great I felt there. So exciting and peaceful at the same time!”

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Visit the Ecuadorian Amazon - Miramera puts the heights first
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Visit the Ecuadorian Amazon

12.Visit the Ecuadorian Amazon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $35

From Baños, join a Spanish-led Amazon day trip with possible English help, visiting Miramera, Hola Vida waterfall, the Puyo River, Cotococha, Indichuris, and a cocoa farm. Lunch, hotel pickup, boots, and a rain poncho are included. Guides have included Christopher, Pablo, and Ines.

“Our tour was an amazing experience from start to finish! We were late in the morning but they arranged for a private bus to pick us up and do the tour in great comfort. Ines our driver was wonderful, she made us feel really relaxed while they showed us the best sights around. Our tour guide Christopher was really fun and translated everything to us in English really well! He took some great photos of us and was just generally great to be around! Thanks for a wonderful day guys!”

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Full Day to Puyopúngo Excursion in the Amazon - Mera viewpoint: your first look at the Amazon region
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Full Day to Puyopúngo Excursion in the Amazon

13.Full Day to Puyopúngo Excursion in the Amazon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · 11 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $40

Travel from Baños into the Amazon with guide Jairo and a small or medium group of up to 30. Canoe on the Puyo River, hike to Hola Vida Waterfall, visit an indigenous community, watch sunset at Indichuris, and taste Ecuadorian chocolate. Lunch, boots, poncho, transport, and tickets are included.

“Long day but awesome. Very neat expierences at each stop. Just be sure to bring a swimsuit for the waterfall. I didn't see that listed anywhere on here but they do let you spend some time there and swim if you have a change of clothes. Hike can be a bit difficult for people that have mobility issues.”

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Manaus: Multi-Day Amazon Trip at Tapiri Floating Lodge - Your first afternoon: dolphins, piranhas, and caiman
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Manaus: Multi-Day Amazon Trip at Tapiri Floating Lodge

14.Multi-Day Amazon Trip at Tapiri Floating Lodge

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 38 reviews · 3 - 5 days · from $1,100

Travel from Manaus to Tapiri Floating Lodge by speedboat, van, and canoe for 3 to 5 days of Amazon activities. With English or Portuguese guides such as Tony, Kennedy, or Emilson, you will hike with native guides, fish for piranha, spot caiman, visit a local family, and sleep in a hammock camp.

“Very good. We went fishing and fish some piranhas. The guide also captured a small alligator and explained about it. Then, we took a walk into the florest and saw many animals. The last night we made a camp a slept in the florest.”

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Siem Reap: Amazon Angkor Buffet Traditional Fairy Dance Show - What the buffet brings to the table
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Siem Reap: Amazon Angkor Buffet Traditional Fairy Dance Show

15.Amazon Angkor Buffet Traditional Fairy Dance Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 17 reviews · 3 hours · from $21Best value

Spend three hours at Amazon Angkor in central Siem Reap, where a dinner buffet of more than 40 dishes meets traditional Khmer dance. Choose from Cambodian, Japanese, Vietnamese, Chinese, and Western food, plus barbecue and sukiyaki cooking stations. Seating is available indoors or in an open-air garden.

“The buffet had so many options to choose from and was very delicious.”

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