Lawson’s Original BRAZILIAN AMAZON Excursions

Lawson’s is offering an accompanied Brazilian Amazon Adventure package which includes river, jungle and cultural activities.

Originally scheduled for May 2020, the first excursion, already paid in advance, had to be canceled thanks to that global pandemic we are all trying to forget. Manaus was especially hard hit but now, after a short check up visit to partners in the area, it seems we are back.

Tentative new date: May 2024. Travelers, not tourists, are welcome to send me an email for more information.

 
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The rio negro

The major component of the trip will be the river. You came for the Amazon and this is what the trip is all about. In Manaos (Manaus) the rivers Solimoes and Negro meet, and the result is what we call the Amazon. And while the rivers each have their own charm, the Rio Negro is all the more charming as it features a mosquito-free experience and that is where we will be spending a solid week and a half.

The river is best seen in a true Amazonian boat and while there are many luxury options, there are precious few good options for regular folks who want to experience this without the air conditioning, the fine French wines and a butler. When you think Amazon, you envision adventure. And while this is not Roosevelt and Rondon’s expedition (read River of Doubt), a little heat and humidity and a shot of throat-burning cachaça is the least you can do to honor their memory.

This cruise will be 7-10 days and is an experience of a lifetime. The river, with its magical sunrises and sunsets, is truly amazing and on your boat, with three meals a day and lots of activity (or not) to choose from, you will fall in love with the Amazon as I have.

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jungle tree climbing

Along with the river boat, a stay in the old-growth jungle with the added bonus of climbing a giant tree and contemplating nature from the canopy of the Brazilian rainforest is a must. Additionally, there are nature hikes and other activities related to understanding the delicate balance of the local ecosystem and how us humans can be a part of it without destroying it all. Nearby waterfalls also beckon.

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parintins

A potential add-on to the tour, you should plan for another week to include this. The largest festival in the Amazon and the birthplace of many float designers for Rio’s more famous Carnaval, Parintins dresses in blue and red for it’s huge annual festival. The batucadas will make your heart skip a beat.

Proposed Itinerary for this Trip (subject to modifications)

BRASIL 2022 – Lawson’s Original Amazon Excursion I

Day 01 – Arrive Manaus – O/N Chez Les Rois

·      Arrive at Manaus airport, transfer to hotel (included)

·      Check in hotel, free day for visiting shopping centers for last minute items, cash from ATM or money exchange

·      Swanky dinner (not included of course) in Manaus Banzeiro or similar

·      Sleep

Day 02 – City Tour - O/N Manaus

·      Breakfast at hotel (included)

·      Fish market

·      Teatro Amazonas

·      MUSA o INPA

·      Dinner - meat place (not included)

·      Sleep

Day 03 – Check out and move to Lo Peix boat – O/N Lo Peix

  • Breakfast hotel (included)

  • Check out and transfer to Marina Davi (included)

  • board Lo Peix, depart for Rio Negro

Day 04 – Lo Peix

Day 05 – Lo Peix

Day 06 – Lo Peix

Day 07 – Lo Peix

Day 08 – Lo Peix

Day 09 – Lo Peix return to Manaus O/N Manaus Chez Les Rois

  • Arrive Marina Davi, Manaus, transfer to Chez Les Rois (included)

  • Dinner – in house or… (not included)

Day 10 – Manaus day OR departure - O/N Chez les Rois

·      Rest. Free Day. Wash clothes, upload photos, chill with caipirinhas.

Day 11 – Drive to Presidente Figueiredo O/N TTC

·      Check out hotel, transfer to Amazon Emotions in Figueiredo

Day 12 – Climb tree/jungle O/N TTC

Day 13 – Waterfalls, Figueiredo O/N TTC

Day 14 - Nature walk, sustainable gardening in the jungle O/N TTC

Day 15 – Depart Figueiredo for Manaus – DEPARTURE or continue with additional activities or travel TBD