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Luxury Amazon
Vacations & Tours made for you

A million shades of green
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On the water

Head out on thrilling Amazon River cruises

On the wild side

Keep a look out for incredible wildlife

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Into the forest

Explore the lush jungle with a guide

The last great Amazonian wilderness

The last great natural wilderness, the Amazon is a truly awesome location that needs to be experienced to be fully understood. Spend your days and nights here heading out into the lush forest to discover the wildlife that calls this stunning region home. Explore on foot with experienced guides, or head out on the waterways in canoes or luxurious Amazon River cruises as you gain new insight into the Amazon and its inhabitants.

With one fifth of the world’s fresh water, the sheer scale of the Amazon River is breathtaking, with new fish, bird and animal species constantly being discovered. Look out for a vast collection of bird species, sloths, alligators and snakes. You’ll find yourself immersed in a realm of breathtaking natural beauty, encountering rare and captivating wildlife.

The dense vegetation means that it’s essential to have a great guide to make the most of your Amazon experience. You’ll have your pick of some of our favourite lodges nestled in the pristine natural wilderness, many of which are committed to pursuing sustainable practices and preserving the precious environment. Depending on where you choose to stay, you can learn about some of the most successful conservation projects in the Brazilian Amazon and how best you can support them.

Highlights

After sunset, experience the Amazon’s nocturnal magic as you glide through the flooded igapós, revealing the hidden world of birds, sloths, snakes and alligators

Board a luxurious yacht and spend a few days exploring the waterways and tributaries of the Amazon, getting up close to nature

Take canoe ride excursions through the Amazonian creeks, waterways and flood forest of the Rio Negro

Spend time getting to know some of the local communities and learning about their traditions during Amazon cultural experiences

Ready to plan your adventure?

Whatever you want from your trip, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.

The Brazilian Amazon isn't just a trip, it's stepping into a whole other world of incredible wildlife and mind-blowing nature, all while being seriously pampered on amazing river cruises and in elegant jungle hideaways.

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Charles Kronsten

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Luxury accommodation in Amazon

There are many incredible places to stay in Amazon. Here are some of our favourites, handpicked by our travel designers:

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We’ll plan your trip around your specific interests, tastes and preferences, providing helpful tips and honest advice based on first-hand knowledge of the destination.

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Authentic experiences

Our expert guides and brilliant travel concierges are hand-picked to provide a genuine experience, bringing your destination to life with care and passion.

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Responsible travel

Our luxury trips are designed with responsible travel principles that prioritise travel experiences that are both good for you and good for the planet.

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Whatever you want from your Amazon adventure, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.

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Wildlife

June–October

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