Amazon Survival Full-Day Camping & Canoe Tour – 10 Days4.8(190 Reviews)11 days
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Amazon Survival Full-Day Camping & Canoe Tour – 10 Days
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English, Spanish, PortugueseSpeaking Guide
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About this experience
Duration10 Days
Group SizeSmall Group
Starts AtManaus
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish, Portuguese
Amazon Rainforest Expedition
10 Day Amazon Deep Survival Trip to Amanã Lake
Ten days of immersive wilderness in the heart of the Brazilian Amazon
This Amazon deep survival trip takes small groups into one of the most remote and biodiverse regions on Earth, combining jungle camping, canoe travel, wildlife observation, and hands-on survival skills over ten consecutive days.
Departing from the city of Tefe, reachable by a 50-minute flight from Manaus or a two-day river journey, the expedition moves through a series of distinct Amazon ecosystems including the channels of Parana do Mamori and the vast Amanã Lake reserve.
Each day is structured around a different activity and a different location, so participants gain a layered understanding of the rainforest rather than repeated visits to a single site. Accommodation shifts between the Amazon Floating Camp and open jungle camps depending on the stage of the journey.
The route is rated moderate in difficulty. Participants should be comfortable with long boat transfers, uneven forest terrain, heat and humidity, and nights spent in remote settings with limited connectivity.
Tour Highlights
Navigate deep Amazon river channels and reach the remote Amanã Lake reserve by speedboat.
Spot river dolphins, caimans, sloths, monkeys, and a wide variety of Amazonian bird species in their natural habitat.
Hike through primary rainforest with an expert local guide who explains flora, fauna, and jungle survival techniques.
Learn practical survival skills specific to the Amazon environment, including navigation and resource identification.
Fish for piranhas in Amazon waterways and visit an Arapaima Gigas fish farm to experience the scale of the river's largest fish.
Join a nighttime caiman spotting excursion by flashlight along flooded forest channels after dark.
Wake before dawn to witness the Amazon sunrise and listen to the morning chorus of wildlife in the surrounding forest.
Itinerary Overview
1
Departure from Tefe and First Jungle Leg
Pick up at the hotel and transfer to Ceasa Port, where the group boards a speedboat. Stops include the Arapaima fish farm at Catao Channel and the Meeting of the Waters where the Rio Negro meets the Solimoes, before continuing overland on the Transamazonica highway to the Parana do Mamori river and onward to the Amazon Floating Camp.
2
Wildlife Observation by Boat and Sunset River Cruise
A morning motorized boat excursion scans the riverbanks and channels for birds and mammals native to the Mamori region. The afternoon session focuses on river dolphin observation and piranha fishing, followed by a guided nighttime caiman search using flashlights.
3
Jungle Hiking and Survival Skills
An early wake-up call at dawn offers a sunrise viewing and the first sounds of the jungle coming alive. After breakfast, the group travels by boat to a jungle trailhead and completes a guided hike where the local guide covers rainforest ecology and basic Amazon survival techniques.
4–9
Deep Jungle Camps, Amanã Lake, and Daily Expeditions
The central days of the trip involve moving deeper into the reserve, changing campsite locations daily, and carrying out a rotating schedule of canoeing, fishing, hiking, and wildlife tracking. The Amanã Sustainable Development Reserve, one of the largest protected flooded forest areas in the world, forms the primary backdrop for these stages.
10
Return to Tefe
After a final morning activity and breakfast, the group departs by boat and vehicle back to the city of Tefe, with arrival estimated in the mid-afternoon. Participants arrange their own onward transport from Tefe.
What Is Included
Included
All transfers from Tefe hotel for the duration of the trip
Speedboat and motorized boat transport throughout
All meals from Day 1 lunch through Day 10 breakfast
Accommodation at Amazon Floating Camp in private air-conditioned rooms with mosquito nets
Jungle camp accommodation during deep forest stages
Professional English-speaking local guide
Piranha fishing equipment
Flashlights for caiman spotting excursion
All park and reserve entry fees
Not Included
International or domestic flights to Tefe
Travel insurance (required)
Personal medications and vaccinations
Alcoholic beverages
Items of a personal nature
Gratuities for guides and camp staff
Any expenses incurred before or after the tour
Important Information
This is a remote expedition into a protected Amazon reserve. Participants must be in good physical health and prepared for heat, humidity, insects, and multi-day travel without urban amenities. A valid yellow fever vaccination certificate is strongly recommended and may be required for entry into the reserve area.
Duration
10 days. The trip begins with pick-up in Tefe and concludes with return to Tefe on Day 10.
What to Bring
Lightweight long-sleeve shirts, quick-dry trousers, waterproof footwear, high-SPF sunscreen, DEET insect repellent, a headlamp, a rain poncho, personal medications, and a reusable water bottle.
Cancellation Policy
Please review the cancellation terms provided at the time of booking. Given the remote logistics of this expedition, changes or cancellations close to the departure date may incur significant costs.
Accessibility
This tour is not suitable for participants with limited mobility. The itinerary involves uneven jungle terrain, boat boarding and disembarking, and extended periods of physical activity in a tropical environment.
Age Range
Recommended for participants aged 16 and above. Minors must be accompanied by a legal guardian. All participants should be in good general health prior to joining the expedition.
Reserve Your Place on This Expedition
Spaces on this 10-day Amazon survival journey are limited. Secure your spot with Joshua's Amazon Team and begin planning your travel to Tefe from Manaus.
Tefe is accessible by daily flights from Manaus with Azul Airlines, with a flight time of approximately 50 minutes. Alternatively, passenger ferries depart from Manaus and travel along the Amazon River, reaching Tefe in approximately two days and two nights.
What is the best time of year to join this trip?▼
The Amazon has two main seasons. During the high-water season from approximately April to August, jungle hiking sections are replaced by boat travel through flooded forest. The low-water season offers more hiking and beach access. Both seasons offer distinct wildlife viewing opportunities.
What type of accommodation is provided?▼
The Amazon Floating Camp provides private rooms with air conditioning and mosquito nets. During the deep jungle stages of the trip, accommodation shifts to jungle camps in the field.
What meals are covered during the trip?▼
All meals are included from lunch on Day 1 through breakfast on Day 10. Meals typically consist of regional fresh fish, chicken, beef, rice, beans, salads, vegetables, and fruits. Breakfast includes bread, eggs, cheese, ham, coffee, milk, tea, and juice.
Is prior jungle or survival experience required?▼
No prior jungle experience is required. The trip is rated moderate and is guided throughout by an experienced local team. Participants should, however, be physically fit and comfortable in hot, humid, and remote outdoor conditions.
What wildlife might I encounter on this trip?▼
The Amazon Floating Camp and Amanã Lake area are known habitats for river dolphins, caimans, piranhas, Arapaima fish, sloths, multiple monkey species, and a wide variety of tropical birds. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed but are a regular feature of this itinerary.
This expedition operates within the Amazonas state of northern Brazil, departing from the city of Tefe and traveling into the Amanã Sustainable Development Reserve, one of the largest protected flooded forest areas in South America. The route covers the Parana do Mamori river system, the Amazon Floating Camp area, and the deep jungle zones surrounding Amanã Lake. Key geographic reference points include the Meeting of the Waters (Rio Negro and Solimoes), the Catao Channel, and the Transamazonica highway corridor. The nearest major hub is Manaus, connected to Tefe by daily flights and passenger ferry along the Amazon River. This region sits within the western Amazon basin, a globally significant biodiversity hotspot.
Type: Multi-Day Jungle Expedition | Destination: Amanã Lake, Amazonas, Brazil | Region: Western Amazon Basin | Departure City: Tefe, Brazil | Difficulty: Moderate | Activity: Survival, Wildlife, Fishing, Canoeing, Hiking | Duration: 10 Days
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