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Description
Connection is the most important in our tours
So we make sure our groups are small enough to have this.
No rush and a friendly approach.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat
Start times
12:30 PM
Next available
Wed, Oct 7
Adult
$110
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $200.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.
Tour Options
Amazon River Half day Tour
Pickup included
Itinerary
Parque Ecologico Janauary
Admission included120 min
At the Janauary lake we will have lunch at a floating restaurant and walking on a suspended trail by the canopy of the trees and reach the lake with water lilies (during the months of end of august and mid December we can't reach this place due to the Amazonian dry season so we visit a different location also near the area but with no water lilies)
Comunidade do Catalao Amazonas
Admission included30 min
At the Catalão floating village we will discover one of the most unique ways our people live in floating houses in the middle of a lake.
We'll stop at a fish farm to play with the famous Pirarucu fish (the biggest species of fish with scales in fresh water in the word).
during the months of mid august and mid December we may not be able to reach this lake due to the Amazonian drought)
Meeting of Waters
40 min
One of the most amazing phenomena when the two rivers with different colors and characteristics run side by side without mixing.
We will stop to have some explanation on this phenomenon and take some pictures.
Manaus
50 min
We will return to the marina passing by the outskirts of Manaus and see the industrial zone, the ports, the markets and much more.
What's included
Included
Landing and facility fees
Air-conditioned vehicle
mineral water available during the tour
Free buffet with variety of salads, fish etc.
Not included
Alcoholic Beverages
souvenirs
Pickup Locations & Times
Be picked up from Manaus in your hotel.
Please share your WhatsApp number because that's the way we will contact you to set the pickup
If your hotel is not on the list you must take an uber and meet us near the Amazonas Theater downtown Manaus.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.8
6 reviews
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How it compares in Manaus
Starting price $110 is 17% above the typical $94 for tours of similar length in Manaus
Excurgo comparison of 122 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Amazon River Half day Tour take?
Amazon River Half day Tour lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Amazon River Half day Tour cost?
Prices start at $110 per person for this Manaus experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $200. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Amazon River Half day Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 12:30 PM.
Can I cancel Amazon River Half day Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Be picked up from Manaus in your hotel.
Please share your WhatsApp number because that's the way we will contact you to set the pickup
If your hotel is not on the list you must take an uber and meet us near the Amazonas Theater downtown Manaus. Pickup points include Eco Suites Hotel Manaus.
What languages is Amazon River Half day Tour offered in?
The experience is available in PT, EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Amazon River Half day Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.8 out of 5 across 6 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Amazon Private Tours by Milton Fernandes.
Reviews(6)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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thomasstefanosh
August 26, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Rio negro and Amazon
The guide was 35 min late, and could not speak english. Because of language misunderstanding I did not see the gardens. The only interesting thing was the rio negro and the Amazon river.
Operator response
I'm really sorry about the misunderstanding.
I have talked to our staff about this but unfortunately it looks like there was a misunderstanding about the time too.
The time we start the tour is at 12:30pm, and our driver was at your address which is an Airbnb and there's no way to call you from the reception desk, so the driver was waiting for you outside and even contacted me to say you didn't show up, I called you a couple of times but you never answered the phone.
Then you finally showed up and the tour started.
Now about the fact you didn't visit the lake with water lilies our guide and our captain both said they asked you if you wanted to walk the trail and you said you preferred to stay there smoking after lunch.
Then the rest of the tour wend as promised and only after the meeting of the rivers which as the last activity you asked to return to the very lake but as it was already too far away the group couldn't return.
I am really sorry about this but you mus understand that on a group tour you need to follow the order of the activities or you will end up missing some parts of it.
sincerely,
Milton Fernandes
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RasmusHejlskov_C
July 9, 2026 · via Viator
Great trip, with a nice...
Great trip, with a nice itinerary. We especially liked the stop at Janauary park which was a good nature experience close to the city. All activities were good, the guide David was excellent and we really loved how he was so enthusiastic about showing us the beatiful nature experiences in the area. Food was good too.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your evaluation
Hope to have you back one day
regards,
Milton Fernandes
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MaryEllen_F
November 24, 2025 · via Viator
A Half Day Well Spent with Unique Experiences
Exceptional experience enhanced by super customer care. Experience the meeting of the waters, a tasty lunch, a floating village and a lake of water lilies and caiman crocodiles. Loved this experience.
Operator response
Thank you so much
Best regards,
Milton Fernandes
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Nita_S
September 9, 2025 · via Viator
A rip-off
Terrible experience. In the picture they show you a large boat with people wearing life jackets. In reality, this was a tiny boat, seating 3-4 passengers, no safety equipment and very unsafe. There were 3 of us in addition to the guide and operator, the river was especially turbulent that day and the water splashed us from all sides. It rained a bit and the boat did not even have a proper cover. They were supposed to take us for lunch to a floating restaurant but when we got there, hardly any food was left. Other tour groups had already eaten and were leaving. Very badly managed trip, total waste of money.
Operator response
Hello there.
I am really sorry to hear that.
I’m not saying it was not our company but I’m really surprised that you are the first person to ever make this comment even though we operate this tour every single day for many years now and only have received positive feedback from our visitors.
I’d love if you could reach out to me on the phone you surely have as a client sharing your reservation confirmation so I can check on our records and rest assured we will fully refund you because for us the most important is the satisfaction of our clients.
Best regards
Milton Fernandes
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Mariellen_H
March 15, 2025 · via Viator
A great day on the water
Very enjoyable outing. We first went to a floating restaurant for lunch buffet of arapaima cooked several ways and chicken. There was a great variety of side dishes so everyone could find something they would enjoy. Next to the restaurant was a boardwalk that led to a pond of giant water lilies. After lunch we took a side channel to see the community of floating houses, a school bus - which was a boat, as well as cattle being transported by boat. Then we went to a fish farm where we fed the arapaima. Next was the meeting of the waters, the Rio Negro and the Amazon. They run alongside each other for a very long way. Not only is the color of the rivers different but so is the temperature of the waters.
Our guide was knowledgeable and spoke very good English.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your feedback
Milton Fernandes
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Vincent_G
February 25, 2025 · via Viator
Excellent tour
Excellent and well balanced 4 hours tour. Small boat, small group, very Nice and knowledgeable guide Daniel.
Operator response
Thank you very much for your feedback.
Regards.
Milton Fernandes
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