Things To Do and Places To See
Fig. 4. Amazon Rainforest.
A treasure of nature, unspoiled by humans, the amazon rainforeset is the largest rainforest in the world. It holds more than 3,000 fish, 500 mammals, 175 lizards, 300 reptile species, one third of all bird species in the world, and three quarters of the plant types. This massive and lush rainforest is known as "the lungs of our planet", and is so full of life that it is impossible not to visit it! (Trip advisor)
The Meeting of the Waters is a special place in the Amazon River where the main
river and the Rio Negro, a tributary, meet up. The rivers are both different
colours, but do not mix! (Trip Advisor)
river and the Rio Negro, a tributary, meet up. The rivers are both different
colours, but do not mix! (Trip Advisor)
Fig. 6 Praia da Lua Beach
Beaches are always a favourite experience, and there are many in Manaus, Brazil. These include Tupe Beach, Praia da Lua, and Ponta Negra Beach. All of these beaches are clean and friendly, but Amazing Tours specializes in taking you to the Praia de Lua, where it is cheap to go yet clean, friendly, and still amazing. (Trip Advisor)
Fig. 7. Palacio Rio Negro
Palacio Rio Negro is one of the many magnificent buildings in Manaus. Palacio Rio Negro recreates the splendour of the 19th century in Manaus. the architectural beauty. It is a free mueseum, just a short walk from the port. (Trip Advisor)
Fig 8. Native Amazonians
The native Amazonian tribes have been living in the Amazon for many years. Spend a day with them, learn their culture, eat their food, and play their games, nothing beats meeting new people. (Trip Advisor)
There are many other things to do in Manaus and on the Amazon River, including tree climbing, sightseeing in the city, visiting ecological parks and of course, taking tours on the river! See Trip Details page for more on that.