We are pleased to share our experiences with you and please pass our comments to Amazon Clipper Services. We had a delightful time. Thank you for handling our reservation. We miss your wonderful city of Manaus now that we are home.
Also attached are seven photos for your photo blog.
Amazon Clipper Cruises Impressions 2013 Feb 18-23:
• From the Tropical Hotel, Manaus, 2 p.m. to board the smaller “traditional” boat; Luiz, our guide for 6 days, explains the route and daily schedule.
• Daily: 5:30 a.m. wake-up call; coffee and juice, then sunrise bird watching via speedy longboat with up to 16 on board; breakfast; cruise, lunch. **ACTIVITY**
• Dinner followed by p.m. night cruise / watch for caiman and sloth and any other bright animal eyes; usually in bed before 11 p.m., but reading and card playing —Jass– were popular with the group: Swiss, German, American, Italian, French, Brazilian.
• Guide Luiz had a great sense of multi-lingual humor. His expert knowledge of the wildlife of his native state, Acre, added a personal touch as he explained the nature of river life through the state of Amazonas.
• Food: fresh fruit of all kinds (papaya, mango, banana varieties, pineapple, watermelon); excellent meals prepared by talented cooks. Attentive bartender.
** swim — fish — jungle hike — village visit – sloth search – birding – monkey feeding – taking pictures, lots of pictures **
We have no hesitation recommending the cruise. Passengers and crew were an enjoyable group. No complaints.
Re: Viverde Services, booking agent:
Very pleased with the efficiency of the reservation services. Luciana K. Pedroso, our travel advisor, responded to all questions and concerns. Payment through their website from U.S.A. went smoothly and was accurate.
Comments by Barbara & Richard, of Michigan, USA