Exploring the Negro River

A unique view of the Amazon but the shore-based activities (Exploring the canapy and looking at water-lillies was a bit heavy duty for old and frail passengers!

Shuttle to terminal in Manaus but didn't know where to meet. A local pointed us to the port exit and we found our guide. Our small group (6) started in a small boat instead of the one in the itinerary. It was a little bouncy but better since we got to put our hands in the water to feel the temperature change at the meeting of the waters. Didn't have a forest walk or see Dolphins. However, we did see the Lilies, a floating village, and had a great lunch. Stopped to see a Sloth, Boa and alligator. You could hold them if you wanted (owners held the head and tail of Boa and just put it on your shoulders). Negative was pressure by the guide to tip this family. They also had a little gift shop. Fished for Piranha and saw them up close. Stopped to fish for Pirarucu which is a HUGE local fish.(they were in a pen and the locals baited your line with a small fish - no hooks). While the tour did not totally match the description it was the best tour we had on our Amazon cruise.