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Meanders in the Amazon River near Manaus. Photo credit - YANN ARTHUS-BERTRAND
Dec 11, 2019
Ten Bucket List Trips For The Next Decade
The indigenous Amazonian Tucano staff are uniquely qualified to share stories of the local culture with their passengers.
Taking a risk of embarking on a trip leads to a rediscovery of love for the natural sciences.
Written by Katherine Parker-Magyar
2019 was the year that Brazil officially did away with its tourist visa requirement for Americans, so to say the next decade will be an easier time to visit is only one reason why this country is on our list. We're all familiar with the decadent parties
(and Duran Duran-worthy beaches of Rio); But what about the city known as the Paris of the jungle? We're talking, of course, of Manaus, the capital of Amazonas. And you can't visit Manaus without venturing into the wilds of the Amazon, the most magnificent wilderness on earth. When you book an eco-cruise with Amazon Nature Tours, you can begin your trip with some sightseeing in Manaus.
Spend an afternoon exploring the incongruous blend of gilded opulence (architecture lovers will rejoice) and seaside city life (the fish market will satisfy even the most discerning foodie.)
After that, venture into the Amazon Rainforest up the Rio Negro aboard the Motor Yacht Tucano.
For the maximum adventure experience, we recommend booking a Voyage to the Heart of the Amazon and immersing yourself in the history and beauty of the rainforest with the help of the expert wisdom of your local guides.
The staff has been deliberately selected for their intimacy with the landscape—the Tucano is staffed by indigenous Amazonians, who are uniquely qualified to share stories of the local culture with their passengers. The Tucano is the eco-friendliest expedition in the nation, so you can sleep easy at night— and not just because the river lulls you to a peaceful rest. But because you know you're not leaving this wild place worse than you found it (which is the most essential task of all.)