To date the Amazon is still one of the most mysterious and unexplored beauties of the world. It is the Earth's largest body of fresh water: it flows at five times the capacity of the Congo and 12 times that of the Mississipi - making it the wettest region in the world - and supports 30% of all known plant and animal species.
With a population of 2 million, Manaus is the main gateway to the Amazon from Brazil. The city prospered during the rubber boom of the 20th century; currently it thrives on income generated through being a Freeport, trade gateway and tourist attraction.
• International flights from London to Rio de Janeiro • Eight nights' hotel accommodation including breakfast • Tour of Corvocado and Sugar Loaf mountain • Tour of the Brazil and Argentina sides of the Iguacu falls • Boat ride into the falls • Canoe ride on the Amazon to see the alligators • Visit to the Forest of the Monkeys • Cruise on the Amazon followed by fishing • Jungle trekking • All internal flights, transfers and taxes included
• International flights from London to Rio de Janeiro • Eight nights' hotel accommodation including breakfast • Tour of Corvocado and Sugar Loaf mountain • Tour of the Brazil and Argentina sides of the Iguacu falls • Boat ride into the falls • Canoe ride on the Amazon to see the alligators • Visit to the Forest of the Monkeys • Cruise on the Amazon followed by fishing • Jungle trekking • Three nights relaxing in Salvador • All internal flights, transfers and taxes included
Located amidst lush Amazon rainforest in south-eastern Peru, the Manu National Park is the largest rainforest reserve in Peru. On of the top attractions in Peru, the Manu National Park is known worldwide for its unique and rich biodiversity. The Park is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna, along with many native tribes, who still practice the centuries old customs and traditions of their ancestors.
Tambopata National Reserve
The Tambopata National Reserve is part of a 3.7 million acre reserve in south-eastern Amazonian Peru. It is also one of the finest nature reserves in South America and the world's largest uninhabited jungle, least disturbed by the human activities. One can find over 200 mammal species, 1,300 bird species, 900 butterfly species, 190 reptile species, 94 species of fish, and 10,000 species of plants, including 2,000 flower species.
Pacaya Samiria National Reserve
Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve is like no other protected area in Peru and is directly linked to the economic well-being of at least 100,000 “ribereños,” people. The locals live along the riverbanks of the Amazonian flooded rain forest relying on its aquatic and terrestrial resources for food and income. Pacaya is the second largest national reserve in Peru, spanning more than 5 million acres.
Escorted tours
Visit to the Cabloco's House for piranha fishing (boat tour), followed by an evening tour with cannon to see the alligator.
Meeting of the waters
Lunch on a restaurant over the water and then a visit to the forest of the monkeys.
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