Amazon Ecopark Overnight: A Night in the Jungle (Double)
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Port
Manaus, Brazil
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Activity Level
Strenuous
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Excursion Type
Local Sightseeing,25,All,68
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$879
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
2 Days/1 Night
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Meals Included
Meals included
Day 1 (L/D) Manaus - Amazon Jungle
Take a panoramic drive through Manaus before a 40-minute boat transfer to the Amazon Ecopark Jungle Lodge. This facility began life as a scientific and educational property, created by private initiative in 1991. It opened its doors to the public as an ecotourism lodge in 1995. Although no longer a scientific property, this riverside resort provides a platform from which you can experience the beauty of the rainforest and learn about jungle life. Several streams of clear water run through the area, and more than six miles of jungle trails, some with uncatalogued species, natural savannahs and creeks, enable you to explore the jungle and observe orchids and giant trees.
The staff will make you feel at home in the heart of the Amazon jungle. The food consists mainly of local products prepared by the chef on location. Meats, fish and vegetables offer something for every palate. Plenty of tasty tropical fruits are served.
After lunch, you will visit a Native community and return to the lodge for some free time before dinner.
Tonight, you’ll go on a canoe ride to search for small alligators. Alligators are easily spotted because their eyes shine like little red lights. Your guide will try to catch a small alligator with his hands and bring it onto the canoe, and a brief explanation of their habitat follows. Sometimes, not all the canoes are lucky enough to land an alligator, but one of the alligators will be taken to the floating pier so everyone can touch it and take photos. The alligator will be safely released back into the river afterward.
Day 2 (B/L) Amazon Jungle - Manaus
After breakfast, learn more about jungle life and lore as you interact with your surroundings. A jungle recognition walk offers a brief introduction to jungle survival techniques and Amazonian flora and fauna.
You will also visit some residents’ homes and learn about jungle traditions. Return to the lodge for lunch; then, transfer back to Manaus by boat.
Notes:
Bring sturdy non-skid walking shoes. The tour is guided; an escort from the ship’s staff may or may not also accompany the group. Tour operates subject to meeting a minimum number of participants. Bring rainwear. Accommodation is at a three-star lodge with simple, rustic rooms and amenities. Limited tourism infrastructure is part of the charm here, and you are trading breadth of guide experience for authentic interaction. Please bring your spirit of adventure and bear with any language difficulties your guide may encounter and with any operational surprises that may crop up. Buses and other transportation may be somewhat basic compared to those offered in some other ports of call. This tour is available only to guests whose cruise does not begin or end in Manaus. Wildlife sightings are likely but are not guaranteed. Due to seasonal rains, a varied amount of walking may be required. Bring insect repellent, shampoo, conditioner, a hat and light clothing. A flashlight may also be useful for the alligator tour. Not advisable for guests using a wheelchair or for those with mobility limitations. Minimum age is 5 years. Cancellation Policy: This excursion is non-refundable within 60 days prior to arrival into Manaus. Any cancellations made after this deadline will be subject to full payment of the tour cost, including if you cancel your cruise voyage within 60 days prior to arrival into Manaus. Important information regarding visa requirements: You must bring your passport with you on the tour. It is solely each participant’s responsibility to obtain any necessary visas, tourist cards and vaccinations, if required, to participate in Overland Adventures and/or Overnights and to keep apprised of any policy changes. Visas may be required for any/all countries your tour departs from and travels through and for the country where you will rejoin the ship. Passports must be valid for at least six months beyond the completion of the cruise. Your travel agent can assist you with your visa needs. If you require further assistance, Holland America Line’s preferred visa service is CIBTvisas. US and Canadian citizens can reach them by phone or email: US citizens: 866 788 1100 or email
customerservice@cibtvisa.com. Canadian citizens: 866 935 8472 or email customerservice@cibtvisas.ca. CIBTvisas phone numbers and email addresses for Dutch, German, Australian, United Kingdom, Belgian, Singapore, Spanish, Swiss and French citizens can be found in the Frequently Asked Questions section of Holland America Line’s website, in the Cruise Preparation area. Applications and additional information can be downloaded from the CIBTvisas website at https://CIBTvisas.com/hollandamerica. You must advise CIBTvisas of your Overland Adventures or Overnights, as the visa requirements for these vacation enhancements may vary from those required for your cruise.