Manaus - Amazonas

This city is an entrance to the rainforest of the north region.

It is an important point for eco tourism.

This is a metropolis that counts with 2.4 millions of residents.

The city has a colonial origin, which can be placed in The XVII Century. The region was inhabited by indigenous people, called The Manaos; that is why the actual name of the city.

A gigantic symbol of the economic development of that region, in that time, was The Theatre of Amazonas, in which, the most famous European opera companies played.

Places to stopover:

Amazonas Teather
Ponta Negra Park
Mindú Municipal Park
Botanical Garden
Zoölogical
Taruma and Cachoeira das Almas Bathing
Small waterfall of the Love
Tupé Beach
Beach of Luna
Pariti´s Flokloric Festival

Some other recommended places to visit are:

The region of Humaitá. An optimal place for fishing. It is located near The Roosevelt and Madeirinha Rivers, 959 kilometres from Manaus.

Barcelos. This city contains many tourist attractions that are ideal for fishing and ecologic excursions. The National Parks of Jaú and Sierra de Aracá are situated in this zone.


General Information:

Airport International Eduardo Gomes - Telf.: (55 92) 3652-1210

Station Omnibus - Telf.: (55 92) 3642-5805 / 3236-1280

Port of Manaus - Telf.: (55 92) 3621-4359 / 3621-4301