Arrive 2:50 am at Eduardo Gomes International Airport in Manaus.
Clear customs and transfer to your hotel. A full Brazilian buffet is served in late morning, after which you will begin a breathtaking Amazon river cruise to one of the eco-/jungle lodges selected for the next 2 days of your rainforest adventure. Along the way, we'll cruise right through the middle of the world-famous "Meeting of the Waters," where the Amazon and Rio Negro flow side-by-side.
Upon arrival, you will be greeted by a special welcome presentation. After settling into your room, you'll have plenty of time to explore the lodge, meet your fellow RainTrustees , receive a fascinating briefing of the days ahead from your Raintrust Guides, and enjoy authentic Brazilian cuisine.
Sunday, Day 3 - Jungle Lodge
A full day of activities at the lodge including a visit to a local village, Piranha fishing and alligator spotting.
Monday, Day 4 - Begin 3-Day Amazon River Cruise
Following a morning at the jungle lodge, you will enjoy a hearty Brazilian lunch, and then board our motor yacht for a river journey down the Amazon to visit your sponsored acre in the RainTrust Amazon Reserve in the beautiful Silves Region of Amazonas. Along the way, we will visit local villages, see traditional rainforest people, enjoy hikes in the jungle with your fellow RainTrustees, and learn about the rainforest from local RainTrust experts.
Tuesday, Day 5 - Visit Your Sponsored Acre at the RainTrust Amazon Reserve
Spend the day cruising the Amazon on our motor yacht...relaxing, enjoying the scenery and spotting wildlife. We will arrive at the RainTrust Reserve, where you will have plenty of time to explore your acre, take pictures, and meet the people from RainTrust and Amazonas Verde who are protecting your sponsored acre, and see for yourself the results of RainTrust's ongoing preservation and conservation efforts.
Wednesday, Day 6 - Cruise back up the Amazon
Spend another unforgettable day spotting more wildlife, visiting more villages, learning more of the rainforest people and their culture, cruising past more incredible scenery, enjoying more Brazilian cuisine, and sharing your thoughts and experiences with your RainTrust Guides and fellow RainTrustees.
Thursday, Day 7 - Free Time in Manaus
After cruising all night, we arrive in Manaus in the morning and take a city tour, followed by a free afternoon to relax at our hotel, explore the city on your own, shop, sightsee, and dine on Brazilian cuisine. Our local staff will help you plan your day and arrange a festive farewell dinner for you and your fellow RainTrustees.
Friday, Day 8 - Return to Miami
Morning transfer to the airport. Leave Manaus at noon, arrive in Miami at 5 pm.
Subject to availability. Based on per person / double occupancy. Includes airfare from Miami, hotel accommodations, meals, and touring as outlined in sample itinerary (airport taxes and gratuities not included)
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