Comprehensive in depth journey, off the beaten track. Travelling through often remote areas, road conditions from excellent to poor. Use of boats allows access to places that trucks don't go. Warm and sunny beaches, hot and steamy Amazon.There are 4 trips to still depart in 2007Itinerary Nights 1-5: 2 full days to explore unique colonial Ouro Preto Nights 6-9: Overland to the futuristic city of Brasilia 2 full days to explore and hike the remote and beautiful Chapada Dos Veadeiros NP Nights 10-16: Journey through the heart of Brazil to the Pantanal Matogrosso 3 day wildlife safari into the backwaters and ranches of the Brazilian Pantanal Nights 17-27: 3 day local river ferry journey up the Rio Madeira to Manaus Explore the unique jungle city of Manaus and its colourful markets 4 day jungle exploration houseboat trip into the Amazon Jungle Small boat side trips up Amazon tributaries with village stays and fishing

Trip Information: 70% camping, 30% hotels
Adventure Rating: Challenging
Accommodation: - Campsites, wildcamps, hammocks, hostels/hotels.
Tour staff and support:2 crew, local guides as necessary. Classic Dragoman truck, Amazon houseboats and ferries.
Profile: Comprehensive in depth journey, off the beaten track. Travelling through often remote areas, road conditions from excellent to poor. Use of boats allows access to places that trucks don't go. Warm and sunny beaches, hot and steamy Amazon.
General Notes: Because of its nature, this itinerary may vary.

Kitty does not cover food while staying in hotels or hostels.

Optional 5 night Rio Carnival Package (RIO)

Jungle Trip: If you wish to spend additional time in the jungle an optional trip can be arranged from Manaus, please click here.
This trip is not operated by Dragoman Overland.