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1st Departure:
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01.08.2009
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Provider:
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isango!
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Destination:
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Central and South America > Brazil > Amazon Region > Amazonia
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Duration:
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10 hours
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Skill Level:
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Advanced
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Explore a diversity of flora and fauna and meet the local tribes on this excursion to the Anavilhanas Islands in Manaus.
Situated on the Negro River, Anavilhanas is the world's largest archipelago of fluvial islands. There are about 400 islands covered with native forest, forming a real natural labyrinth. During the dry season, the receding waters reveal several white sand beaches and interesting natural formations of roots and trunks. Explore the area and you will discover a variety of flora and fauna such as the Pirarucu, the Tucunare, piranhas, crocodiles, dolphins and manatees among others.
See the ancient ruins of a fort at the fishing village of Paricatuba, which according to folklore, was home to the first workers who extracted latex. At the Jaraqui Lake, you can take a stroll into the forest and visit the homesteads of the local inhabitants.
With a variety of wildlife, a river cruise and nature trails, your tour of Anavilhanas in Manaus will be truly memorable!