Included Tapajos National Forest Experience
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Port
Santarem, Brazil
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Activity Level
Moderate Activity
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
Information Not Currently Available
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 5½ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Depart the pier in Santarém, driving for 40 miles on Route 163. This is the Santarém-Cuiabá Highway -- the only way to reach southern Brazil by road.
Your destination is the Tapajós National Forest -- a section of the Brazilian Amazon that is a significant resource of tropical hardwoods. The Tapajós National Forest covers an area of 1,482,660 acres and is protected by federal law.
Take a forest walk lasting about two hours -- ideal for those interested in the primary forest flora. Jungle men will accompany you to help identify many different species of trees, including Brazil nut and rubber trees.
Please Notes:
Please be sure to book your included experience in advance as space may be limited on your specific choice.
Minimum age is 12 years. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Wear light clothing -- preferably trousers, a long-sleeved shirt, a hat, and biodegradable sunscreen. Bring insect repellent. Bring binoculars. Not advisable for guests with a heart, back or neck condition, or for pregnant women. Tour operates subject to meeting a minimum number of participants. Transportation is by basic local bus. Air-conditioned vehicles are not available in Santarém .