2-day President Figueiredo tour: Waterfalls, caves and jungle

Hike caves and swim at waterfalls across two days in the Amazon

A 2-day tour from Manaus into President Figueiredo, the Amazon region known as the Land of Waterfalls, with a local guide leading jungle hikes through Maroaga and Judeia caves, visits to Iracema Waterfall complex and natural pools, and one night in a lodge. Pickup from your Manaus hotel is included, as are breakfast, lunch, an air-conditioned vehicle and an English-speaking guide.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: Arrival and Jungle Exploration

• Pick up at hotel in Manaus
• Drive to President Figueiredo (2 hours)
• Hike Maroaga and Judeia Caves (2.5 hours)
• Visit Asframa private complex
• Short jungle walk and bath
• Lunch at local rapid with roasted fish
• Overnight in lodge in President Figueiredo

Day 2: Waterfalls and Return to Manaus

• Breakfast at accommodation
• Visit Iracema Waterfall Complex (2 hours)
• Visit Urubui Rapids and lunch
• Visit Crystal Lake and Red River
• Return drive to Manaus (2 hours)
• Drop off at hotel or preferred location

The experience

The tour starts with an 8:30 am pickup from your Manaus hotel and a two-hour drive to President Figueiredo. On arrival, you head straight into a two-and-a-half-hour jungle walk through Maroaga Cave and Judeia Cave, where towering rock formations and ancient passages cut through the rainforest. After the hike, you stop at Asframa, a private complex with calm waters at the town's entrance, then move on to a rapid where lunch, roasted fish, is served and locals come on weekends to escape the heat. You overnight in a lodge in town with air-conditioned rooms, private bathrooms and beds.

Day two begins after breakfast at 8:30 am with a visit to Iracema Waterfall complex, where three waterfalls, caves and rock formations give you time to swim and explore at a relaxed pace. Lunch is included at Urubui Rapids, another spot in the region where the jungle rises around rushing water. Afterward, you visit Crystal Lake (known for water so clear you can see straight through it), and the Red River, named for the reddish tint its organic-rich water carries. Both sit in the same area and offer swimming and photography. The return to Manaus takes about two hours along the BR-174 highway, with drop-off at your hotel or another location you choose.

Your guide speaks English and knows the region's geology, wildlife and Amazonian ecosystems. The tour balances activity (the cave hikes and water crossings) with time to swim and rest at natural pools. A cooler with bottled water travels with you in the vehicle.

What’s included

• Pickup from your Manaus hotel and return drop-off.
• air-conditioned vehicle for both days.
• English-speaking local guide.
• one night in a lodge with air-conditioned room and private bathroom.
• breakfast and lunch both days.
• cooler with bottled water.
• all fees and taxes.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 10:00

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (5 to 70 years) · Under 5: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Portuguese

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 25 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Amazon Destinations

Is this one for you?Hotel pickup in Manaus settles the transport question if you're staying in the city without a car. The guide collects you at 8:30 am and handles the two-hour drive both ways, so you don't arrange separate transfers.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Portuguese.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the jungle walk like on day one?

The hike through Maroaga Cave and Judeia Cave lasts two and a half hours and moves through the Amazon rainforest. Maroaga Cave has towering rock formations and streams. Judeia Cave features ancient passages. The walk is moderate in pace and covers the cave systems and surrounding jungle.

How many waterfalls do I get to see?

Iracema Waterfall complex on day two has three waterfalls in one area, plus caves and rock formations. You also visit Urubui Rapids on day one and day two, and Crystal Lake. The Iracema complex gives you the most time to swim and relax at the falls.

What meals are included?

Breakfast on both days and lunch on both days are included. Day one lunch is roasted fish served at the rapids. Day two lunch is at Urubui Rapids. Dinner on the first night and any beverages beyond the bottled water in the cooler are not included.

Where do I sleep, and what's the lodge like?

You stay one night in a lodge in President Figueiredo town with air-conditioned rooms, private bathrooms and double or triple beds. The lodge has easy access and equipped facilities.

Do I need to arrange my own transport from Manaus?

No. Pickup from your Manaus hotel at 8:30 am on day one is included, and the air-conditioned vehicle stays with the group for both days. Drop-off is at your hotel or another location you choose when you return to Manaus on day two.

What should I know before booking?

The tour involves moderate physical activity: a two-and-a-half-hour jungle hike on day one and swimming at multiple locations. It is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnant travelers, or those with poor cardiovascular health. Infants must sit on an adult's lap during transport.