Manaus is the capital of Brazil’s largest state, Amazonas, and is located in the Northwest of the country. It is an ideal starting point when visiting the rest of the Amazon region. Tour boats leave Manaus to see the Meeting of the Waters, where the black waters of the Negro River meet the white waters of the Solimões River, flowing side by side without mixing for several miles. Visitors can also explore riverbanks and streams, swim and canoe in placid lakes or simply walk in the lush forest. Those in search of real adventures may even choose to go deep into the jungle and experience the Brazilian Amazon and all its flora and fauna face-to-face.
Rainy and Dry Seasons: Rainy season takes place from December to July with its peak of rainfall in-between May-July. Dry season runs from July to December and the rivers reach their minimum level from October-December. These patterns may vary depending on the area. Consequently, some lodges may be affected during such periods where the waters reach higher or lower levels that may result in rescheduling or replacement of activities/tours. In some cases walking tours may only be done by boat or may even be replaced by other options (rainy season) or longer walks from river banks to lodges or other areas may be required including detours with bridges over mud puddles or springs (dry season).