Two rivers that don't mix
The black Rio Negro and the sandy Solimões run side by side for kilometers.
Why travelers love this day
Four of the most searched experiences in Manaus, in one trip
Pink river dolphins
Watch the boto up close or get in the water with a life jacket.
Monkeys and wild macaws
Capuchin monkeys on the walkways and scarlet macaws in the trees.
An indigenous village
Traditional dance, face painting with natural pigments and handicrafts.
Rio Negro
- Dark, like strong tea
- Warmer, about 28 °C
- Slow, about 2 km/h
Solimões
- Sandy, full of sediment from the Andes
- Cooler, about 22 °C
- Faster, 4 to 6 km/h
Different temperature, speed and density keep them apart for several kilometers. Then they become the Amazon River.
The day, stop by stop
What you will see and feel
The videos and photos below are from our own day on this tour, on June 7, 2026. The order of the stops can change with the river level and the day's schedule; the guide confirms it on board.
8:00
Morning
Hotel pick-up and boarding
We pick you up at your hotel in Manaus and you board a covered speedboat with life jackets and a certified local guide who speaks English, Spanish and Portuguese. Our team confirms the time on WhatsApp the day before.
9:30
First stop
The Meeting of the Waters
The boat stops right on the line where the two rivers meet. On one side the water is black, on the other it is the color of coffee with milk, and you can see the border with your own eyes. Put a hand in each side and feel the temperature change.
Real footage · June 2026
10:00
Optional
Pink river dolphins
At a floating platform the boto, the famous pink river dolphin of the Amazon, comes close to feed. Watch from the deck or get in the water with a life jacket.
Paid on site: about R$ 20 to swim, R$ 10 to watchFilmed with a 360° camera
10:45
By speedboat
Through the flooded forest
When the river is high, roughly March to August, the boat slides between treetops that rise out of the water. This is the igapó, a forest that spends half the year under the river.
Filmed with a 360° camera
11:15
Optional
The giant pirarucu
Meet the pirarucu, one of the largest freshwater fish in the world, up to 3 meters long. Hold a line with a piece of fish and see it jump out of the water.
Paid on site: about R$ 10Real footage · June 2026
12:00
Janauari Ecological Park
Capuchin monkeys and the samaúma
Wooden walkways cross the flooded forest. Wild capuchin monkeys walk along the rails next to the group, the samaúma, the giant tree of the forest, rises above you, and there is a floating handicraft market. Keep your snacks and sunglasses close: the monkeys are curious.
Real footage · June 2026
13:00
Included
Regional lunch
Self-service lunch with Amazon flavors. Drinks are paid separately.
13:45
Indigenous village
Scarlet macaws in the trees
On the way into the village, red and blue macaws rest in the treetops, close enough for great photos. Look up and listen: you usually hear them before you see them.
Real footage · June 2026
14:00
Indigenous village
Dance and songs in the longhouse
In a large thatched house, families of the community present their dances and songs, played with long bamboo flutes, and talk about how they live in the forest. At the end, visitors are invited to join the circle.
Real footage · June 2026
14:20
Indigenous village
Taste a forest ant
Brave enough? Our hosts show the edible ants of the forest and you can try one. Caio did: he says it tastes like burnt popcorn with a hint of shrimp.
Real footage · June 2026
14:40
Indigenous village
Face painting and handicrafts
Get your face painted with natural red and black pigments and take home necklaces and crafts bought straight from the artisans. Your purchase goes directly to the community.
Real footage · June 2026
16:30
Afternoon
Back to Manaus
The boat brings you back to Manaus and you return to your hotel with a painted face and a full memory card.
Photos from our day
Real photos, no stock images
Price per person
US$ 79 adult
- Children 6 to 10: US$ 39
- Children up to 5: free
- Every day except Saturday · about 8 hours
Secure online payment. Instant confirmation by email and WhatsApp.
Everything you need to know
Included
- Hotel pick-up in Manaus
- Speedboat trip with a guide in English, Spanish and Portuguese
- Self-service lunch
- Drinking water on board
- Indigenous village visit
Paid on site
- Drinks
- Pink dolphins: about R$ 20 to swim, R$ 10 to watch
- Pirarucu feeding: about R$ 10
- Handicrafts
What to bring
- Light clothes, hat and sunglasses
- Sunscreen and insect repellent
- Swimwear if you want to swim with the dolphins
- Cash in reais for crafts and optional activities
Level
- Easy: boat rides and short walks on wooden walkways
- Good for families and all ages
Book direct with a local agency
Kyle Travels is registered with CADASTUR, Brazil's Ministry of Tourism. No reseller in the middle.
Help before and during the trip
Our team answers you on WhatsApp in English, Spanish or Portuguese.
We did this tour ourselves
Every photo and video on this page is from our own day on the river.
Clear cancellation rules
Read the cancellation policy before you book.
Want to sleep in the jungle too?
Add a 2 to 5 day jungle expedition with lodge, meals and guides in the same checkout. Do this tour the day before you go or the day after you come back. From US$ 236 per person.
See the jungle toursFrequently asked questions
Why don't the Negro and Solimões rivers mix?
The two rivers have different temperature, speed and density. The Rio Negro is dark, warmer and slower; the Solimões is sandy, cooler and faster. So they run side by side for several kilometers before blending into the Amazon River.
Can I swim with the pink river dolphins?
Yes, it is optional and paid on site: about R$ 20 to get in the water with a life jacket, or about R$ 10 to watch from the platform.
What is the indigenous village visit like?
Families of the community welcome visitors in a large thatched house with traditional dances and songs, talk about their customs, offer face painting with natural pigments and sell their handicrafts directly.
Is it good for children?
Yes. The tour is easy: boat rides and short walks on wooden walkways. Children up to 5 go free and children 6 to 10 pay US$ 39.
When is the best time to do this tour?
The Meeting of the Waters can be seen all year. When the river is high, roughly March to August, the boat also goes through flooded forest. The tour runs every day except Saturday.
What languages does the guide speak?
The guide speaks English, Spanish and Portuguese. Our team also helps you on WhatsApp in English, Spanish or Portuguese before and during the tour.
What is included?
Hotel pick-up in Manaus, speedboat trip with a guide who speaks English, Spanish and Portuguese, self-service lunch and drinking water. Drinks, the dolphin platform and pirarucu feeding are paid on site.