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.
Confirmed dates: April 26 - May 5, 2025
Savvy, highly flexible and copacetic travelers are welcome to send us an email for more information.
lawsonsyucatan@gmail.com
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.
Optional add-on: 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.
optional add-on: parintins boi bumba
A potential add-on to the tour, and depending on the dates of the festival, 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.
Itinerary for this Trip (subject to modifications)
BRASIL 2025 – Lawson’s Original Amazon Excursion I
April 26 – Arrive Manaus – O/N Hotel Ibis Manaus Aeroporto or similar
· Arrive at Manaus airport, transfer to hotel (included)
· Check in hotel, free afternoon 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
April 27 – City Tour - O/N Hotel Ibis Manaus Aeroporto or similar
· Breakfast at hotel (included)
· Fish market
· Teatro Amazonas
· MUSA o INPA
· Lunch near the market (not included)
· Sleep
April 28 – Check out and move to Acqua boat – O/N Acqua
Breakfast hotel (included)
Check out and transfer to Marina Davi (included)
board Acqua, depart for Rio Negro
April 29 – Acqua
April 30 – Acqua
May 01 – Acqua
May 02 – Acqua
May 03 – Acqua
May 04 – Acqua return to Manaus O/N Hotel Ibis Manaus Aeroporto or similar
Arrive Marina Davi, Manaus, transfer to hotel (included)
Dinner (not included)
May 05 – Departure - Check out and transfer to airport·
Breakfast hotel (included)
Check out and transfer to Manaus airport (included)