Dolphin-Lodge (simply Lodge)



The Dolphi-Lodge (Adventure-Lodge) is located on the margin of the Mamori-River, about (78 km) south-east of Manaus . It’s about four hours of travelling done in three parts: The first being a twenty minute trail) from river port "Ceasa" to "Careiro" by speedboat you’ll have the opportunity to see the meeting of the negro and Solimões river; the point where the Amazon river begins. The second part takes about forty minutes by road on the Manaus-Porto Velho highway. The third trail, which takes about ninety minutes, is by speedboat. Travelling on the Araça River until Dolphin Lodge you’ll see many creeks. This trail is also ideal for bird watching. Other than the landscapes you’ll have the opportunity to appreciate the rich biodiversity of this area.

Infrastructure:
The architecture is typical of the region. The lodge fully roofed with palm leaves. Reception, bar and restaurant. Bathrooms are centralized. You can relax or read a book during our breaks, or if you prefer, you can go on a canoe trip.

Açaí Package – 3 days/2 nights

1st day

Leaving the hotel at 06:30 a.m. by car to the river port Ceasa (30 minutes). Then by speedboat from the port to the village “Careiro” After one stop at the fruit market, by bus or van to the Araça-River via the Manaus-Porto Velho highway. By speedboat we pass many lakes, creeks and village communities. Here you have an opportunity for bird watching. Arrival at Dolphin Lodge is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. After lunch, there is a canoe-trip which will get you to know the area. During this trip you’ll observe many animals such as monkeys, sloths and a variety af birds. Dinner is at 19:30 h.


2nd day

At 5:30 h we leave at sunrise for bird watching. Returning for breakfast. At 8:30 h we go for a walk in the jungle learning about jungle survival with our experienced guide. It’s another opportunity to know a bit more about our fauna and biodiversity. After lunch we go piranha fishing. After dinner we go on a night-safari.

3rd day

At 8:00 h we’ll visit a native’s house to learn more about their customs and culture. We’ll visit a cassava plantation and others. After lunch we return to Manaus arriving (about 17:00 h).


Prices:

ACAI-package
single-room
double-room 3-bed-room
3 days/2 nights
575,00 €375,00 €235,00 €
All prices valid until 30.12.2010.

Pupunha-Package - 4 days/3 nights

1st day

At 13:30 h pick up hotel or airport transfer by car to ceasa port (30 minute). Then by speed boat from the port to the village (Careiro). After a stop at the fruit market, we take a bus or a van to the Araça River via the Manaus – Porto Velho highway. By speedboat we pass various lakes, creeks and village communities. Here you have an opportunity for bird watching. Arrival at Dolphin Lodge is scheduled at 17:30 h just before sunset after dinner we go Cayman spotting.

2nd day

At 5:30 h bird watching tour. At 8:30h  we go on a jungle trek where you’ll learn about survival with an experienced guide. Too you’ll learn about our fauna and biodiversity. After lunch we go canoeing to watch more birds and animals such as sloths and monkeys. Then we return to the Lodge for dinner.

3rd day

At 8:00 h we visit a caboclo’s house to learn about their customs and culture.We’ll visit rubber and cassava plantations, and others. Lunch. Afternoon we go piranha fishing.

4th day

8:00 h we make another trip to visit creeks and other areas. 13:30 h transfer back to Manaus by the same itinerary. Arriving at about 17:00 h.

Prices:

Pupunha-Package
single-room double-room 3-bed-room
4 days/3 nights
655,00 €495,00 €475,00 €
All prices valid until 30.12.2010.

Buriti-Package -  5 days/4 nights

1st day

Transfer from hotel or airport at 13:30 h going by car to Ceasa port (30 minutes). We take a speed boat from the port to the village “Careiro”. After a stop at the fruit market, we take a bus or a van to the Araça River via the Manaus – Porto Velho highway. By speedboat we pass various lakes, creeks and village communities. Here you have the opportunity for bird watching. Arrival at Dolphin Lodge at about 17:30 h. After dinner we go alligator spotting.

 

2nd day

At 5:30 h bird watching tour. At 8:30 h we go on a jungle trek where you learn about jungle survival with an experienced guide. Too you’ll learn about our fauna and biodiversity. After lunch we go canoeing to watch more birds and animals such as sloths and monkeys. Then we return to the Lodge for dinner.


3rd day

At 8:00 h we visit a caboclo’s house to learn about their customs and culture.We’ll visit rubber and cassava plantations, and others. After lunch we go to built a camp in the jungle. You learn about survivel in the jungle. Dinner. Night safari. Sleeping in hammock in the jungle camp.

4th day

After breakfast in the jungle we go on a trek to learn about medicinal plants. Return to Dolphin Lodge. Lunch. Free afternoon. Dinner.

5th day

After beakfast, return to Manaus arrival at about (11:30 h).


Prices:

Buriti-Package
single-room double-room 3-bed-room
5 days/4 nights
785,00 €625,00 €575,00 €
All prices valid until 30.12.2010.


The following performances are included in the prices:

Transfer, full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner), all excursions, English-speaking jungle guide.
Collection in Manaus of the hotel at 06:30 clock, transfer into the Dolphin-Lodge.
Return of the Dolphin-Lodge with arrival in Manaus at approximately 17:00 clock.