Two excellent dinner tours stand out in Manaus, each offering distinctive Amazon experiences. The practical Jungle Dinner and Overnight Adventure (which I love) combines an authentic forest meal with camping — all gear and transport included. You’ll appreciate the cozy 4.5-star comfort level while staying close to nature. For a cultural evening, the Folklore Amazonian Dinner Show (Thursday nights only) serves up tasty regional dishes alongside vibrant traditional performances. These tours make perfect sense for travelers wanting to experience genuine Amazon culture and wilderness. Let’s examine these memorable dinner options in detail.
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Key Points
- The Jungle Dinner and Overnight Experience provides an immersive adventure with a provided dinner, camping essentials, and transportation from Marina do David.
- The Folklore Amazonian Dinner Show offers a 2-hour live performance by the Dança Vermelha Folklore Group, featuring local cuisine and tropical desserts.
- The Jungle Dinner and Overnight Experience is not wheelchair accessible and cautions those with back issues, while most travelers can participate comfortably.
- The Jungle Dinner and Overnight Experience is priced at $330 per person and includes all necessary camping gear for a restful night in the Amazon.
- The Folklore Amazonian Dinner Show is part of the Festival do Boi-Bumbá, celebrating local legend, and offers an immersive glimpse into Amazonian culture and traditions.
Dinner and Overnight in the Jungle in Manaus
Frequently, travelers embark on a dinner and overnight camping experience in the jungle near Manaus, Brazil. This 4.5-star rated tour offers an immersive jungle adventure, complete with a provided dinner and the essentials for a comfortable camping experience.
The tour includes transportation via an air-conditioned vehicle, starting from the Marina do David in the West Zone of Manaus, near Ponta Negra. Campers will be equipped with hammocks, sheets, and mosquito nets to ensure a peaceful night’s sleep in the jungle. The maximum group size is 20 travelers, making it a cozy and intimate experience.
While the tour isn’t wheelchair accessible and not recommended for those with back problems, pregnant travelers, or those with serious medical conditions, most travelers can participate.
Booking is flexible, with free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience and a reserve now, pay later option. At $330 per person, this jungle dinner and overnight adventure provides a unique opportunity to connect with nature in the heart of the Amazon.
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Manaus: Folklore Amazonian Dinner Show
Travelers can enjoy the vibrant Amazonian culture by attending the Manaus: Folklore Amazonian Dinner Show. Offered every Thursday at 7:00 PM, this 2-hour event features a live show of Amazonian folklore presented by the Dança Vermelha Folklore Group.
The experience includes a dinner menu of local foods and tropical fruit desserts, as well as a welcome stand with snacks like Tacacá. Priced from $42 per person, the show is limited to 10 participants and available in English, Portuguese, and Spanish.
The Folklore Amazonian Dinner Show is part of the larger Festival do Boi-Bumbá, also known as Bumba Meu Boi, which celebrates a local legend about a resurrected ox.
Customers have provided mixed reviews, praising the quality of the food and the punctual, entertaining driver, while citing organizational issues and timing conflicts with the food service.
Nevertheless, the event offers travelers an immersive glimpse into Amazonian culture and traditions.
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Recap
Manaus offers a range of dinner tours that allow visitors to enjoy the local culture. From a jungle excursion with an overnight stay to a folklore-themed dinner show, these experiences provide a unique glimpse into the Amazon’s rich traditions. Whether you’re seeking adventure or cultural enlightenment, Manaus’ dinner tours promise an unforgettable evening in this captivating region.