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Amazon Clipper Traditional – Amazon River – 3 days
Classic riverboat

Amazon Clipper Traditional – Amazon River – 3 days

Janauacá, flooded forest and the meeting of the great rivers – aboard the classic Amazon Clipper

3 days / 2 nights Easy to moderate Amazon Clipper Traditional
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The shortest Clipper cruise uses its time well: the boat leaves Manaus in the afternoon and the first canoe excursion along the riverbanks follows that same evening.

The route runs mainly on the Amazon River and through várzea areas influenced by its nutrient-rich white water. Lago Janauacá, forest trails, riverside households and Lago Janauari give a varied picture of the landscape in a short time.

Three days and two nights work well because the vessel starts moving immediately after embarkation and you wake up in the next excursion area.

You stay aboard Amazon Clipper Traditional, aboard the smaller Amazon Clipper Traditional with simple, practical comfort.

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Highlights

  • Small-scale expedition cruise with scheduled departures from Manaus
  • Excursions in small motorised canoes early in the morning and after dark
  • Guided forest walk focused on the ecological relationships of the rainforest
  • Birdwatching, nature fishing and searches for nocturnal wildlife
  • Visits hosted by riverside communities, with a focus on manioc, fishing and cultivation
  • Encontro das Águas, where the Rio Negro and Solimões/Amazon meet
  • Full board and nature guiding throughout the cruise
  • Lago Janauacá with an early canoe excursion, birdlife and possible river-dolphin sightings
  • Várzea forest, manioc cultivation and everyday life along the river
  • Lago Janauari with Victoria amazonica when season and water level are favourable
  • Small boat with a maximum of 16 guests and a personal expedition feel
3 days / 2 nights

Day by day

Day 1

Embarkation in Manaus and river life after dark

Meet at the designated point in Manaus at around 14:00 and board the vessel. After a welcome, safety briefing and route presentation, the boat leaves the city and heads towards the Amazon River.

During the afternoon, the guides introduce the ecology of the Amazon and the landscapes ahead. Dinner is served on board.

After dark, transfer to smaller motorised canoes. Using lights, the guides search riverbanks and vegetation for caimans, night birds, frogs and other nocturnal wildlife.

Meals: dinner Overnight: Aboard Amazon Clipper
Amazon Clipper Traditional – Amazon River – 3 days – Day 1

Day 2

Lago Janauacá, forest and piranha fishing

The day begins early with a canoe excursion on Lago Janauacá. In the morning light, look for birds, monkeys and river dolphins as the forest wakes.

After breakfast, take a guided forest walk and visit people whose livelihoods include fishing, manioc, fruit trees and other forest products. The guiding places everyday life in its ecological and economic context.

In the afternoon, try piranha or nature fishing in an area that can also be rich in herons and hoatzins. After dinner, another canoe outing explores the forest after dark and, on a clear night, the sky away from city lights.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner Overnight: Aboard Amazon Clipper
Amazon Clipper Traditional – Amazon River – 3 days – Day 2

Day 3

Lago Janauari and Encontro das Águas

Early in the morning, explore Lago Janauari and its seasonally flooded forest. When water level and season are favourable, there may be an opportunity to see the giant water lily Victoria amazonica.

During breakfast, the vessel continues towards Encontro das Águas. The dark Rio Negro and the lighter, sediment-rich Solimões/Amazon flow side by side before gradually mixing.

The boat then returns to Manaus, normally arriving at around 11:30.

Meals: breakfast
Amazon Clipper Traditional – Amazon River – 3 days – Day 3
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Accommodation and facilities

MV Amazon Clipper – Traditional

2 nights · Expedition cruise starting and ending in Manaus

MV Amazon Clipper – Traditional

Amazon Clipper Traditional is a regional riverboat built for expedition cruising in the Amazon. It carries a maximum of 16 guests in eight air-conditioned cabins.

Cabins are approximately 6–9 m² with bunk beds and a private bathroom with shower. The standard is simple and functional rather than hotel-like.

The boat has three decks, a covered dining room with bar and an open sun deck with unobstructed views. Its smaller size creates a personal atmosphere, but also means less private and communal space than on Premium.

Easy to moderate

Physical level

The cruise itself is not physically demanding, but excursions involve stepping between the vessel and smaller canoes and walking on uneven, sometimes wet forest trails.

Activities sometimes start early, and heat and humidity can make walks more tiring. Guests who skip an excursion can normally remain on board after speaking with the expedition team.

Included

  • Cruise and accommodation in the confirmed vessel category and cabin
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner on board as specified in the daily programme
  • Mineral water, coffee and tea according to the operator’s current conditions
  • All excursions and activities listed in the cruise programme
  • Portuguese- and English-speaking nature guide
  • Safety equipment and life jackets during canoe excursions
  • Briefings and presentations about the Amazon on board

Not included

  • Alcoholic drinks, soft drinks and beverages other than the mineral water, coffee and tea explicitly included
  • Transport between your hotel or the airport and the cruise meeting point in Manaus unless stated in SambaTravel’s itinerary
  • Private excursions or special arrangements outside the published cruise programme
  • Tips, laundry, personal purchases and other private expenses
  • Travel insurance

Good to know

The cruises operate on scheduled departures and are shared with other guests. Exact departure days and the vessel used must be confirmed before booking.

The meeting point is normally Tropical Executive Hotel in Manaus at approximately 14:00, with return at approximately 11:30. Time and place can change and should always be checked against the current booking confirmation.

The route and order of activities may change according to water level, weather, safety and local natural conditions. The captain and expedition team decide the practical operation of the programme.

Excursions use small motorised canoes and forest trails. Wildlife moves freely and sightings of any particular species can never be guaranteed.

The programme can be booked on its own or combined with flights, a Manaus hotel and other parts of a tailor-made journey. Exact inclusions and price are set out in SambaTravel’s proposal.

Traditional is the operator’s smaller and simpler category. Cabins have bunk beds and limited floor space.

The cruise may operate on another vessel within the same confirmed category if the operator needs to make an operational change.

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What to bring

Light, informal clothing works well on board. Long trousers, socks and closed shoes are recommended for landings and forest walks.

Excursions often use small motorised canoes. Rain and spray are possible even in drier periods, so cameras and electronics should be protected in a waterproof bag.

  • Light T-shirts, shorts and comfortable clothing for life on board
  • Long-sleeved shirt and long trousers for forest walks
  • Closed shoes with good grip and socks
  • Sandals or light shoes for the boat
  • Swimwear
  • Sun hat or cap
  • Sunscreen and sunglasses
  • Effective insect repellent
  • Light rain jacket or poncho
  • Personal medication and toiletries
  • Binoculars
  • Camera and waterproof bag for electronics
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Would you like to experience the Amazon River from a small expedition boat?

Three days provide a concentrated introduction to várzea forest, river life and Encontro das Águas.

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