Brazil is more than Rio. Experience the Amazonian rivers on a regional cruise.
Come with us to the Amazon and live a boutique boat experience across the Caribbean-blue waters of Alter do Chão.
The Amazon you didn’t know existed.
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Small-group travel on regional boats (comfort + authenticity)
All-inclusive meals with local Amazonian flavors
Encounters with riverside & Indigenous communities
Sunset rituals, swims, forest walks, and boat parties
Getting to Alter do Chão is easy!
The closest airport is Santarém International Airport – Maestro Wilson Fonseca (STM).
Alter do Chão is located about 33 km (20 miles) from Santarém, and the journey to the village is made by car or bus.
We offer airport transfers to Alter do Chão as part of our services, ensuring a smooth and comfortable arrival.
*There are no direct flights to Santarém; all flights have layovers in Belém (PA), Manaus (AM), or Brasília (DF).
Discover the Amazon Caribbean
In the midst of the world's lungs, Alter do Chão boasts the largest freshwater aquifer on the planet. The destination has been hailed as the "Caribbean of the Amazon" by the British newspaper The Guardian.
The Weather
During the dry season, Alter do Chão reveals its famous white-sand beaches and crystal-clear waters, reminiscent of Caribbean landscapes. In contrast, during the rainy season, these beaches transform into rivers and flooded forests.
The People
The Borari indigenous people are one of the 180 indigenous groups in the Brazilian Amazon and, as original inhabitants of the region, maintain ancestral practices and knowledge passed down through generations, such as through carimbó dance circles and handcrafts.
The Culture
Located at the confluence of three rivers—Tapajós, Amazonas, and Arapiuns—Alter do Chão makes boats more than just a means of transportation: they are true floating homes. The town preserves its Amazonian cultural heritage, blending indigenous influences with those of riverine communities.
The Tourism
Today, Alter has become a major tourist destination in the Amazon, attracting national and international visitors of all ages. Most tourists are young adults between 24 and 40 years old, who often gather for carimbó nights in the village’s central square.
From noise to Nature:
After the big cities, give your body, mind and soul a break. Tapajó is your reset in the Amazon whenever you need it, a truly unique experience that can change your life.
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Who is this for?
We're looking for creative travelers. People who crave connection, nature and stories they can’t find on TikTok. If you’re traveling solo, with your partner or with friends, you belong here.
The boat is our home
Regional boats play a central role in Amazonian culture, serving not only as a means of transportation but also as homes and symbols of local identity. Regional cruises provide immersive experiences in local culture.
On a 5- to 7-day boat journey, we sail along the Tapajós, Amazonas, and Arapiuns rivers, immersing ourselves in nature through experiences with riverine and indigenous communities in the region.
What’s included?
Travel & Comfort:
Cozy and comfortable boat, airport transfer, immersive tours.
Experiences:
Gastronomic Journey, forest rituals, forest rainforest canoe, sunset beach dinner
Community:
Guided visits in riverine & indigenous communities. Community based tourism
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Upcoming sailings
Choose your next departure or pick your own dates for a private journey.
- Signature departures: Set your spot
- Private departures: On demand for your group
- Seasonal highlights: After Carnival Reset, Parintins and Sairé Week, New Year on the River.
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