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From Manaus: Tucandeira Ants Tribe Ritual Full Day Trip

By Amazon Amazing Tours
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Overview
  • Meet the Satere Mawe Indians
  • Eat and learn with local indigenous groups
  • See the last surviving Satere mawe
Activity location
    • Manaus
    • Manaus, Amazonas, Brazil
Meeting/Redemption Point
    • Manaus
    • Manaus, Amazonas, Brazil

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What's included, what's not

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    Transport, including a boat trip
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    Food and water
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    Souvenirs
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    Personal expenses

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs
  • Not suitable for: People with pre-existing medical conditions
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

What you can expect

This event is performed as a form of male initiation.
You will leave from Manaus at 9:00 AM for a 1 hour car journey to the Parana of Ariau. Then, travel by speed boat for 45 minutes to the Trible Sateré Mawé at 11 AM.

At 12:00 PM, enjoy a simple lunch of rice, flour, ants, and salad. This lunch is typical to the region.

At 1:00 PM, listen to an explanation of the traditional indigenous pharmacy, including natural medication made with the leaves and bark of trees.

At 2:00 PM, the tourists will help the indians to find the famous ants, or tucandeiras.'

At 3:00 PM, start the presentation. Please feel welcome to film, take photos, and participate in a traditional dance.

At 4:00 PM, return to Manaus, and arrive at 6:00 PM.

Location

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    • Manaus
    • Manaus, Amazonas, Brazil
Meeting/Redemption Point
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    • Manaus
    • Manaus, Amazonas, Brazil