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If you want to see lowland Amazon wildlife, there is no better rainforest location than Cristalino – this is where scientists come to study the Amazon.
The service and facilities are second to none – with expert naturalist guides, canopy towers and hides next to salt and clay licks, used by endangered wild animals.
The accommodation – in beautifully designed, glass-fronted bungalows – is as comfortable as it gets. Visits can be combined with the Pantanal Wetlands – the best place in the world to see wild jaguars.
Cristalino sits in its own private-protected reserve, on a clear-water Amazon tributary in primary rainforest. The reserve is contiguous with the 185,000 hectare Cristalino State Park. Harpy Eagles nest on the lodge grounds and nowhere in the Amazon will you see more species of primates.
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Amazon, Multiple countries
Glide through flooded forest and peaceful creeks on a dugout canoe or kayak trip that gets you up closer to the Amazon’s extraordinary wildlife.
Best for ages: 13+ | £30 | 2-3 hours
Amazon, Multiple countries
Intimate village tours offering a unique insight into how indigenous Amazon communities live in harmony with the forest.
Best for ages: 10+ | £60 | 3-6 hours
Amazon, Multiple countries
Boat tours on the Amazon and its tributaries in a classic two-storey river boat immerses you in the wild, giving a unique taste of river life. An unforgettable experience.
Best for ages: 10+ | £60 | 4-7 hours
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