CBR047 UAKARI LODGE | 7 DAYS - 6 NIGHTS
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Best time to visit The best time will vary according to your interest. The rainy season lasts from December to March. In April the flooded season begins, it´s when the forest is completely flooded and the activities are done in boats and canoes. From August to November it is the dry season, when you can go hiking and when there is a higher concentration of fish and birds.
Uakari Lodge a World Natural Heritage Site in the heart of Amazon: visit Mamiraua Sustainable Development Reserve and discover its biodiversity, habitants and conservation efforts.
Mamira is the ideal destination for visitors who have always dreamed of coming to the Amazon.The Reserve is part of the biggest protected tropical forest on Earth and places a rich ecosystem, including endemic species like the exotic red- faced white uacari monkey and the black faced squirrel monkey. Uakari Lodge, the only accommodation in Mamiraua is a comfortable floating lodge, completely integrated into is surroundings.The Lodge is managed by Mamiraua Institute for Sustainable Development and the local communities.Its main tasks are to promote the conservation of the natural resources in the area, to provide income for local communities and strengthen their organization.The program is rich and informative.Activities involve local guides, who enriches the vistor´s experience with their traditional knowledge as well a naturalist guide ( bilingual English/Portuguese) who provides scientific knowledge of the Amazon nature.Experiences can be: Jungle Trails, Paddle Canoe Trails, Community visiting, Sunset at Mamiraua Lake, Meeting the researchers and Night Jungle.
Mamira is the ideal destination for visitors who have always dreamed of coming to the Amazon.The Reserve is part of the biggest protected tropical forest on Earth and places a rich ecosystem, including endemic species like the exotic red- faced white uacari monkey and the black faced squirrel monkey. Uakari Lodge, the only accommodation in Mamiraua is a comfortable floating lodge, completely integrated into is surroundings.The Lodge is managed by Mamiraua Institute for Sustainable Development and the local communities.Its main tasks are to promote the conservation of the natural resources in the area, to provide income for local communities and strengthen their organization.The program is rich and informative.Activities involve local guides, who enriches the vistor´s experience with their traditional knowledge as well a naturalist guide ( bilingual English/Portuguese) who provides scientific knowledge of the Amazon nature.Experiences can be: Jungle Trails, Paddle Canoe Trails, Community visiting, Sunset at Mamiraua Lake, Meeting the researchers and Night Jungle.
The Place - THE MAMIRAUÁ RESERVE
Mamirauá Sustainable Development Reserve is a state protected area with an extension of 1.124.000 ha, located between Solimões, Japurá and Auti-Paraná rivers. It’s the biggest protected flooded forest in the world. Only 4% of Brazilian Amazon consists of freshwater swamp forest and Mamirauá Reserve plays an important role to protect this ecosystem. It’s inserted in the Central Amazon Corridor and it’s part of the Amazon Biosphere Reserve.
Besides, it’s a recognized Brazilian reserve by Ramsar Convention, that protects wetlands of great importance. Every year the reserve goes through high and low water levels. The variation among the crest of these two stages is about 10 to 12 meters. The flood variation, the geological history and geography of the place give Mamirauá high levels of endemism and particular species.
Mamirauá Institute is a Social Organization organized and supervised by the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation and it acts as a research unit. It develops research programs, management and social development and it also supports Mamirauá Reserve’s management.
Besides, it’s a recognized Brazilian reserve by Ramsar Convention, that protects wetlands of great importance. Every year the reserve goes through high and low water levels. The variation among the crest of these two stages is about 10 to 12 meters. The flood variation, the geological history and geography of the place give Mamirauá high levels of endemism and particular species.
Mamirauá Institute is a Social Organization organized and supervised by the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation and it acts as a research unit. It develops research programs, management and social development and it also supports Mamirauá Reserve’s management.
Fauna List Download
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Location |
How to get thereThe easiest way to get to Uakari Lodge is trough the city of Tefe, only 1 hour -flight away from Manaus.There are daily flights with Azul Airlines, the beginning and the end of the programmes are schedules according to the timetable of flight 2502 ( IN) and 2503 (OUT).
It is possible to arrive in Tefe by boat,The " Ajato" fast boat, takes about 12 hours to get to Tefe from Manaus and the " Barco Regional" (slow boat) takes 48 hours. |
Includes
Transfers Airport (MAO*) / Hotel in Manaus / Airport (MAO*)- *Manaus;
Transfers Airport (TFF*) / Lodge / Airport (TFF*)- * Tefe by coach +boat;
2 nights of accommodation with breakfast in Manaus;
4 nights of accommodation with full board at Uakari Lodge;
Half day city tour in Manaus;
Tour provided by the Lodge according the programe.
Transfers Airport (TFF*) / Lodge / Airport (TFF*)- * Tefe by coach +boat;
2 nights of accommodation with breakfast in Manaus;
4 nights of accommodation with full board at Uakari Lodge;
Half day city tour in Manaus;
Tour provided by the Lodge according the programe.
FAQ Before Traveling
What should I bring?
What are the appropriate clothing for the visit?
I would like to read about the area, what books do you suggest?
BATES, Henry Walter. The Naturalist on the River Amazons. STACKPOLE.
BATES, Henry Walter. In the Heart of the Amazon Forest (Great Journeys). Penguin Books, 2007.
BANNERMAN, Matt. Mamirauá: a guide to the natural history of the Amazon flooded forest. 2.ed. Tefé: Instituto de Desenvolvimento Sustentável Mamirauá, 2008.
MELLO. Thiago de. Mamirauá. Photos: Luiz Claudio Marigo. Tefé: Sociedade Civil Mamirauá, 2002.
Do you accept credit cards at the Uakari Lodge?
For products purchased at the lodge or consumed at the bar, credit card payments can be done at the office in Tefé, upon return from the Lodge. But remember that it is still recommended to have cash in small bills to purchase crafts in the visit to the communities. If you need laundry services, payment shall be made in cash, as this is passed directly to the laundry service staff.
Do you have access to the internet or mobile signal?
There isn’t mobile signal. There is free wi-fi internet, but the signal is unstable.
Could the Lodge make purchases of tickets for flight or boat for me?
The subscription of the Uacari Lodge to the national agencies responsible for regulating the exercise of tourism does not allow the sale of airline or boat tickets. For this purpose we indicate that you look for airlines or consult your travel agent.
Is there malaria at Uakari Lodge?
The Mamirauá Reserve is an area of very low incidence of malaria, and the cases are virtually nonexistent.
It´s common the use of malaria pills. If you have the intention to use those pills, we recommend consulting a doctor because of side effects caused by them.
How do I recharge my equipment, while I’m in Uakari Lodge?
Our energy is mostly produced by the sun – we invest in clean energy. So, you can recharge the batteries of your cameras, mobile phones, tablets and computers when the sun is very strong (between 11: 00hs and 15: 00hs).
What is the best time or period to visit the Uakari Lodge?
The best time will vary according to your interest. The rainy season lasts from December to March. In April the flooded season begins, it´s when the forest is completely flooded and the activities are done in boats and canoes. From August to November it is the dry season, when you can go hiking and when there is a higher concentration of fish and birds.
How is the schedule from December to March?
The rains begin in December and it is time that the waters begin to rise. At this time the temperature is cooler and probably you will witness a famous Amazonian rain, which happens to be a memorable experience. You can do all the activities, because the trails are dry. However, in mid-March some may be partially flooded. Good time to observe dolphins, moving seamlessly between “paranás” and lakes. At some point the communities that are working with the preservation of turtles will make the release of the animals on the beaches. Also, at this time, the villagers begin to harvest the cassava and prepare the flour. For those who enjoy more privacy, this is the time, for it is the low season for tourism in the Amazon.
How is the schedule from April to July?
In April the water is already high, but the peak is in June and July. The rains stopped, and now they happen in short storms. The sun comes up regularly and makes enough heat. You cannot walk in the Reserve and all activities involve boats or canoes, including the visits to the communities whose houses remains dry thanks to stilts. The aquatic fauna is dispersed, so it is quite difficult to see any species of that environment, but probably you´ll can see dolphins and caimans. However, due to the smaller space in the forest – which is partially flooded – primates are easier to be seen. At this time visitors have the unique opportunity to paddle a canoe into the forest. It is also the best time to observe sloths, coming out of the woods to the edge in search “Munguba” flowers, an eccentric typical tree of lowland environments. June and July is high season, so schedule your visit well in advance.
How is the schedule from August to November?In mid-August the water is already low, and in October and November and it reaches the lowest levels. Some spots are less accessible, even with small canoes to paddle. There is little rain and the weather is warm. The dry season is the time to wake up to the sound of pirarucus hitting the tail against the water or even listening to a caiman eating a fish under your floating room. Caimans, aquatic and semi-aquatic birds and fish are in evidence and easily observed, and with a little luck you can see the turtles laying eggs on the beaches. In the communities it is the time to plant cassava, beans and other crops and it is the most profitable time for fishing, because the fish are now concentrated in now small water bodies.
- Binoculars (The Lodge doesn’t have binoculars for rent)
- Raincoat
- Sunscreen
- Repellent
- Sunglasses
- Hat or cap
What are the appropriate clothing for the visit?
- Pants and long sleeve shirts for outside activities (lightweight fabrics)
- Hiking shoes in the dry season (we provide rubber boots)
- Light clothing, such as shorts, shirt and slippers for the time you are at the Uakari Lodge
- A sweater, for windy and rainy afternoons or evenings
- Swimsuit to enjoy the visit to the community (in the high season, between April and July)
- Note: It is suggested that the hiking clothes for the trails are in neutral shades like beige and green leaf. Also be sure to bring enthusiasm and willingness to take advantage of being in this unique corner of the planet.
I would like to read about the area, what books do you suggest?
BATES, Henry Walter. The Naturalist on the River Amazons. STACKPOLE.
BATES, Henry Walter. In the Heart of the Amazon Forest (Great Journeys). Penguin Books, 2007.
BANNERMAN, Matt. Mamirauá: a guide to the natural history of the Amazon flooded forest. 2.ed. Tefé: Instituto de Desenvolvimento Sustentável Mamirauá, 2008.
MELLO. Thiago de. Mamirauá. Photos: Luiz Claudio Marigo. Tefé: Sociedade Civil Mamirauá, 2002.
Do you accept credit cards at the Uakari Lodge?
For products purchased at the lodge or consumed at the bar, credit card payments can be done at the office in Tefé, upon return from the Lodge. But remember that it is still recommended to have cash in small bills to purchase crafts in the visit to the communities. If you need laundry services, payment shall be made in cash, as this is passed directly to the laundry service staff.
Do you have access to the internet or mobile signal?
There isn’t mobile signal. There is free wi-fi internet, but the signal is unstable.
Could the Lodge make purchases of tickets for flight or boat for me?
The subscription of the Uacari Lodge to the national agencies responsible for regulating the exercise of tourism does not allow the sale of airline or boat tickets. For this purpose we indicate that you look for airlines or consult your travel agent.
Is there malaria at Uakari Lodge?
The Mamirauá Reserve is an area of very low incidence of malaria, and the cases are virtually nonexistent.
It´s common the use of malaria pills. If you have the intention to use those pills, we recommend consulting a doctor because of side effects caused by them.
How do I recharge my equipment, while I’m in Uakari Lodge?
Our energy is mostly produced by the sun – we invest in clean energy. So, you can recharge the batteries of your cameras, mobile phones, tablets and computers when the sun is very strong (between 11: 00hs and 15: 00hs).
What is the best time or period to visit the Uakari Lodge?
The best time will vary according to your interest. The rainy season lasts from December to March. In April the flooded season begins, it´s when the forest is completely flooded and the activities are done in boats and canoes. From August to November it is the dry season, when you can go hiking and when there is a higher concentration of fish and birds.
How is the schedule from December to March?
The rains begin in December and it is time that the waters begin to rise. At this time the temperature is cooler and probably you will witness a famous Amazonian rain, which happens to be a memorable experience. You can do all the activities, because the trails are dry. However, in mid-March some may be partially flooded. Good time to observe dolphins, moving seamlessly between “paranás” and lakes. At some point the communities that are working with the preservation of turtles will make the release of the animals on the beaches. Also, at this time, the villagers begin to harvest the cassava and prepare the flour. For those who enjoy more privacy, this is the time, for it is the low season for tourism in the Amazon.
How is the schedule from April to July?
In April the water is already high, but the peak is in June and July. The rains stopped, and now they happen in short storms. The sun comes up regularly and makes enough heat. You cannot walk in the Reserve and all activities involve boats or canoes, including the visits to the communities whose houses remains dry thanks to stilts. The aquatic fauna is dispersed, so it is quite difficult to see any species of that environment, but probably you´ll can see dolphins and caimans. However, due to the smaller space in the forest – which is partially flooded – primates are easier to be seen. At this time visitors have the unique opportunity to paddle a canoe into the forest. It is also the best time to observe sloths, coming out of the woods to the edge in search “Munguba” flowers, an eccentric typical tree of lowland environments. June and July is high season, so schedule your visit well in advance.
How is the schedule from August to November?In mid-August the water is already low, and in October and November and it reaches the lowest levels. Some spots are less accessible, even with small canoes to paddle. There is little rain and the weather is warm. The dry season is the time to wake up to the sound of pirarucus hitting the tail against the water or even listening to a caiman eating a fish under your floating room. Caimans, aquatic and semi-aquatic birds and fish are in evidence and easily observed, and with a little luck you can see the turtles laying eggs on the beaches. In the communities it is the time to plant cassava, beans and other crops and it is the most profitable time for fishing, because the fish are now concentrated in now small water bodies.
Not Included
Airline tickets, boarding rates, tourism rates, and Tickets to places not specified. Any other item not specifically mentioned here is not included in the value of the packet.
Important information
¤Yellow fever vaccine not obliged but recommended.The reserve is Malaria Free.
WHAT TO BRING: Long sleeve shirts, a light raincoat, T-shirts, hat, good hiking shoes/boots, socks, pants & shorts, sun block, sunglasses, flashlight, swimsuit, insect repellent. Optional: Binoculars, books, camera & film, personal medicine, sweatshirt or sweater. Light cotton clothes, pants, shorts, hat, sun block lotion, raincoat, personal medicine, swimming suit and tennis shoes or hiking boots. For safety measures and personal comfort, maximum luggage allowance on the boat is 5 kg (11 lbs.) per person
¤ Limitation of baggage: 10 kg per person.
Preferable bags without hard shell (excess baggage can be deposited in our Manaus office without extra charge).
WHAT TO BRING: Long sleeve shirts, a light raincoat, T-shirts, hat, good hiking shoes/boots, socks, pants & shorts, sun block, sunglasses, flashlight, swimsuit, insect repellent. Optional: Binoculars, books, camera & film, personal medicine, sweatshirt or sweater. Light cotton clothes, pants, shorts, hat, sun block lotion, raincoat, personal medicine, swimming suit and tennis shoes or hiking boots. For safety measures and personal comfort, maximum luggage allowance on the boat is 5 kg (11 lbs.) per person
¤ Limitation of baggage: 10 kg per person.
Preferable bags without hard shell (excess baggage can be deposited in our Manaus office without extra charge).
Day by day
DAY 1 – Arrival and reception at the airport of Manaus. Transfer to the chosen hotel.
DAY 2 - City tour through Manaus visiting historical landmarks and the main touristic spots of the city.
DAY 3 – After breakfast, transfer to the airport to flight to Tefe. On arrival at Tefé Airport where you will be welcomed by a representative of the lodge and transfer to the “Flutuante do Areia Branca” where will be start the journey to Mamiraua Reserve. The trip to the Reserve is made by boat and takes about one and a half hour. In the way might spot wildlife, such as pink dolphins (Inia Geofrensis) at Tefé Lake and tucuxis (Sotalia Fluviatilis) in the Solimões River. You will be welcomed for our staff at the lodge. There will always be an English-speaking person at the lodge to help you.
After settling, one naturalist guide will accompany you in some activities and all outings have to be accompanied by a local guide. The outings in the afternoon are starting at 15:30 when the climate is not so hot. At 15:30 you will be ready to go on a walk (dry season) in one of the trails. You will be taken with your whole group to do an Interpretative Trail. The naturalist and the local guide, joining scientific and traditional knowledge will help you to interpret the varzea’s environment (flooded forest). In this first hiking, eight points strategically chosen are classified and explained for them. Whole the “Flooded season” you will make a trip by large canoe among channels and lakes into forest bring together all guests’ group. During the flood (May-July) all trails will be done in a small paddle canoe (your guide will paddle you through the trail). The dinner will be served around 19:30. At night, you will watch a BBC documentary about Mamirauá Reserve.
DAY 4 - Breakfast. Approximate departure at 08:30 a.m. on a guided motorized canoe to visit the river area inlets and flooded forest.Buffet lunch. Approximate departure at 15:00 hrs. on a guided motorized canoe to try to catch local fishes, such as tucunaré, tambaqui and piranha. Once this experience starts, our guide will show you how to prepare and roast your catch out in the rainforest. Buffet dinner. Overnight.
DAY 5- Breakfast. Approximate departure at 09:00 a.m. on a guided motorized canoe to an appropriate area to enter the jungle. The guide will lead you on a trek through the rainforest, explaining about the local flora and fauna. Buffet lunch. Afternoon Visit to native caboclo dwelling. Approximated departure at 15:00 hrs. In a guided motorized canoe to learn about the customs and way of life of these native inhabitants, descendants of the Indians. Buffet dinner. Overnight.
DAY 6- Arrival and reception in Manaus and transfer to the chosen hotel. Overnight.
DAY 7 - On a prearranged time transfer to the airport for boarding on returning, flight home. End of our services.
DAY 2 - City tour through Manaus visiting historical landmarks and the main touristic spots of the city.
DAY 3 – After breakfast, transfer to the airport to flight to Tefe. On arrival at Tefé Airport where you will be welcomed by a representative of the lodge and transfer to the “Flutuante do Areia Branca” where will be start the journey to Mamiraua Reserve. The trip to the Reserve is made by boat and takes about one and a half hour. In the way might spot wildlife, such as pink dolphins (Inia Geofrensis) at Tefé Lake and tucuxis (Sotalia Fluviatilis) in the Solimões River. You will be welcomed for our staff at the lodge. There will always be an English-speaking person at the lodge to help you.
After settling, one naturalist guide will accompany you in some activities and all outings have to be accompanied by a local guide. The outings in the afternoon are starting at 15:30 when the climate is not so hot. At 15:30 you will be ready to go on a walk (dry season) in one of the trails. You will be taken with your whole group to do an Interpretative Trail. The naturalist and the local guide, joining scientific and traditional knowledge will help you to interpret the varzea’s environment (flooded forest). In this first hiking, eight points strategically chosen are classified and explained for them. Whole the “Flooded season” you will make a trip by large canoe among channels and lakes into forest bring together all guests’ group. During the flood (May-July) all trails will be done in a small paddle canoe (your guide will paddle you through the trail). The dinner will be served around 19:30. At night, you will watch a BBC documentary about Mamirauá Reserve.
DAY 4 - Breakfast. Approximate departure at 08:30 a.m. on a guided motorized canoe to visit the river area inlets and flooded forest.Buffet lunch. Approximate departure at 15:00 hrs. on a guided motorized canoe to try to catch local fishes, such as tucunaré, tambaqui and piranha. Once this experience starts, our guide will show you how to prepare and roast your catch out in the rainforest. Buffet dinner. Overnight.
DAY 5- Breakfast. Approximate departure at 09:00 a.m. on a guided motorized canoe to an appropriate area to enter the jungle. The guide will lead you on a trek through the rainforest, explaining about the local flora and fauna. Buffet lunch. Afternoon Visit to native caboclo dwelling. Approximated departure at 15:00 hrs. In a guided motorized canoe to learn about the customs and way of life of these native inhabitants, descendants of the Indians. Buffet dinner. Overnight.
DAY 6- Arrival and reception in Manaus and transfer to the chosen hotel. Overnight.
DAY 7 - On a prearranged time transfer to the airport for boarding on returning, flight home. End of our services.