Known for its animals and bird life, although the feeling of being so far from anywhere is a large part of the experience, the area is an untouched wilderness. Exploring its many tributaries by boat is one of the highlights
At its centre lies Manaus, a fascinating town in the heart of the Amazon. The city experienced exponential growth as well as a vast ostentation of wealth due to the rubber boom of the 19th century.
With some of the best wildlife viewing in the Amazon basin; there are over 1000 species of bird, while you may be lucky enough to see giant river otters and the elusive jaguar as well as pink dolphins!
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