Luxury Brazilian Amazon Vacations & Tours made for you
Discover the remarkable wildlife of the Amazon rainforest on a luxury private tour
Unparalleled biodiversity in the greatest wilderness on earth
The last great natural wilderness, the Amazon is a truly awesome location that needs to be experienced to be fully understood. On your luxury Amazon vacation in Brazil you will have the opportunity to travel through the world’s largest tropical rainforest.
With so much biodiversity, it’s hard to even scratch the surface of this phenomenal ecosystem. Bespoke Brazilian Amazon tours with Jacada take you deeper, blending expert-led activities with a conservation and community focused ethos, including amazon cultural experiences.
Our Brazilian Amazon tours will take you into the lush forest to discover astounding wildlife – with literally millions of species, including over 40,000 plant species, 1,300 birds and over 400 mammals such as jaguars and capybaras. Your private guide will draw on their years of experience to help you with optimum wildlife spotting, taking you out to explore on foot, or navigating the waterways by canoe.
With one fifth of the world’s fresh water, the sheer scale of the Amazon River is truly breathtaking. Explore on a luxury Amazon river cruise, sailing on a boat such as the Tucano. These small group expedition cruises allow you to journey deep into the jungle in style and comfort, while expert-led tours and activities that expand your understanding of everything you’ll see.
On land, you’ll have your pick of some of our favourite lodges, such as Anavilhanas Lodge and Cristalino Jungle Lodge, both situated in pristine natural wilderness. Many lodges in the Amazon operate some sustainable practices such as recycling, limited plastic use, wildlife conservation or community empowerment projects. At Jacada we aim to support initiatives that align with our approach to positive impact.
Get in touch with our travel designers to plan your own Amazon rainforest luxury trip. We can help you plan family, group or honeymoon adventures into the world’s greatest wilderness. We’ll share our expertise and insider tips to help you plan a bespoke, multi-stop trip to the Amazon and beyond.
From our experts
Experiences picked by our Brazilian Amazon specialists
Glide through the flooded igapós after dark
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 luxury river cruise with expert naturalists
Board a luxurious river cruise to explore the waterways and tributaries of the Amazon with expert naturalists by your side
Canoe the creeks and flood forests of the Rio Negro
Take private canoe excursions through the Amazonian creeks, waterways and flood forest of the Rio Negro
Meet local communities and learn about Amazon life
Be invited to spend time getting to know some of the local communities and learn about their traditions and life in the Amazon rainforest
Walk the rainforest with a private guide
Explore on foot with a private guide, who’ll use their expertise to point out the different plant and animal species you might see
A word from one of our experts
The Brazilian Amazon isn't just a trip, it's stepping into a whole other world of incredible wildlife. You’ll leave with a deepened appreciation of the power of nature, having gained more understanding of the complexities of this remarkable ecosystem on guided tours and excursions.
Charles Kronsten
Luxury accommodation in the Brazilian Amazon
There are many incredible places to stay in the Brazilian Amazon. Here are some of our favourites, handpicked by our travel designers:
Why book with Jacada?
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Personalised design
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.
Brazil trip inspiration
Get inspired with our Amazon example trips and then get in touch to plan your own adventure
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Pipa
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Meet your Latin America team
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Berni De Luca
Client Experience Manager for Latin America
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Charles Kronsten
Senior Travel Designer
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Dan Scott-Kerr
Travel Designer
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Delfina Russo
Travel Designer
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Demi Roberts
Senior Travel Designer
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Em Jennison
Travel designer
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Flavia Toledo
Latin America Concierge
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James Sirotkin
Travel Designer
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Jennifer Richt
Senior Travel Designer
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Kit Wong
Senior Travel Designer
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Lily Bunker
Senior Travel Designer
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Lizzie Slater
Travel Designer
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Melanie Vieira
Senior Concierge – Latin America
When to visit the Brazilian Amazon
During the dry season, which falls during Brazil’s winter, between June and October, is the best time to visit the Amazon for wildlife viewing and activities. The water levels are lower, and the concentrated water sources allow for better wildlife viewing. The dry season also brings better hiking, and fewer mosquitos. Temperatures can reach up to 33°C (91°F) during the day time, although even in the dry season humidity remains high. Expect some rainfall year–round, normally for an hour or two per day. The Amazon is also extraordinarily vast, covering 6.7 million square kilometres – that’s an area twice the size of India, and the climate can vary depending on where you go. If you’re planning an Amazon cruise, it may be better to visit from December to May during high water season, when the Amazon spills into intricate networks of creeks and tributaries which can be explored by boat.
Dry season
June–October
High water season
December–May
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