Tapajós National Forest Tour

Venture into the Brazilian rainforest and discover the wildlife on our 1 or 2-day Tapajós National Forest Tour. Experience a natural environment with lakes and beaches.

Tapajós National Forest Tour

The tour begins with a meet-up at 9 am at the Tourist Information Centre in Alter do Chão. We will board a boat and start exploring the Tapajós National Forest.

We'll pass by Jacundá and Mureta Lakes for photo opportunities. Next, we will visit Pindobal Beach to learn about the history of rubber in the Amazon. The exploration continues to the beaches of Cajutuba, where you can swim before heading to the dunes of Maguari.

At Jamaraquá, you may see sloths, alligators, and century-old trees. A selection of fruits will be available. We will visit locals and learn about Indigenous artwork, and you can choose to hike to see the Samauma tree.

Lunch will be provided, including fish and chicken. After eating, relax in a hammock and enjoy a sunset from a canoe before returning to Alter do Chão by 7 pm.

2-day tour

This tour includes camping in the Amazon after sunset. Following sunset, we will have a campfire meal of traditional piracaia. You can sleep under the stars, on the boat, or in a typical hut.

The next day, enjoy a tasty lunch and a final dip at Pindobal Beach before we return to Alter do Chão.

Accommodation

On the 2-day tour, one night’s accommodation is provided on the boat in double cabins with a private bathroom. Alternatively, you can stay in a cabin in the Vista Alegre community, which is not included in the tour price.