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An Intimate and Authentic Experience in the Amazon

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It is hard to believe that the Amazon exists. The beauty and authenticity of the place enchants the lucky ones who dare to meet this amazing place. The Amazon is like a sigh of plenitude. To visit the majestic forest and its rivers means witnessing an ode of respect for Mother Nature, who built a set of such tranquility and diversity.

There a so many itineraries, mysteries, legends and hideouts that one visit to this place is enough to fall in love. The gorgeous Rio Negro, with all its tributaries and its magnitude is certainly an area to be known. Times of flood and drought of the river modify its scenario dramatically. The same location can reveal a number of beautiful beaches in a season, or be completely flooded by the abundant water from the river on another, when the boat can sail among the treetops. The caboclo communities along the Rio Negro are an important part of the cultural context of the Amazon, with its traditions and ways of life that make the exchange of information a very rich learning for life.

The experience of meeting such a lovely and intense place is even more complete if you are guided by someone who knows the forest as the palm of his hand. The company that turns this dream into reality is Katerre Expedition. The company's philosophy is in harmony with the environment, always with

Each of the itineraries available deserves special attention. In the current flood season, there is even a specific itinerary called Jauaperi-Apuaú. During eight days, hikes and wild waterfalls are visited by travelers who make an immersion in the almost untouched nature and marked by an impressive diversity of flora and fauna.respect for the diversity and with care to preserve this treasure. Their boats are small and maintain a caboclo style, which means it does not detract from the local landscape and offer an authentic and intimate experience in the Amazon. Their mission is to show travelers the best trails, secrets of the forest and the animals, telling tales and taking you to a true cultural exchange with local communities.

The tour starts at Anavilhanas Archipelago, one of the largest river islands in the world. The following days include trails to waterfalls and natural pools, a night filled with many stories of the Caboclo foclore around the campfire. The itinerary also includes night observation of alligators and other animals. Another sample of breathtaking grandeur of the forest is the visit to the Rio Branco Samaúma, a giant tree with almost 500 years old! The tour is suitable for those seeking adventure, recreation, intense contact with wildlife and beautiful waterfalls.

Come visit the Amazon, let yourself be guided by Katerre Expedition and have an unforgettable adventure.