Go Back   Horizons Unlimited - The HUBB > Regional Forums > South America
Ferry from Belem to Manuas (Brazil) - Info required ! Ferry from Belem to Manuas (Brazil) - Info required !
Register FAQ Calendar Today's Posts
South America Topics specific to South America only.
Photo by Hendi Kaf, in Cambodia

I haven't been everywhere...
but it's on my list!


Photo by Hendi Kaf,
in Cambodia



Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
  #1  
Old 13 Apr 2008
*Touring Ted*'s Avatar
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Wirral, England.
Posts: 5,673
Ferry from Belem to Manuas (Brazil) - Info required !
Hey guys

Does anyone have any information about the ferrys up the Amazon from Belem to Manaus.

We are trying to book a cabin in advance for this 5 day cruise but cant find any current data or websites.

The travel guides say to just turn up in at the quayside but its a little vague for us..

All info gratefully accepted !!
__________________
Did some trips.
Rode some bikes.
Fix them for a living.
Can't say anymore.
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 13 Apr 2008
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Shropshire, Blighty
Posts: 346
Chug Chug Chug - ooh look a dolphin!
Ted, it's a while since I did this trip, but I did just turn up on the quayside, and booked for later that afternoon. I got two boats, changing at Santareme. I slept in a hammock, as there were no cabins and to be honest sharing space and mealtimes with the 250 or so other passengers was what the trip was all about for me.

I presume there are larger vessels with cabins, but I am sure you will pay for the extra comfort. Also, BEWARE - I met someone who had been sold a ticket for a cabin on my boat, but in fact there were none. Watch out for the touts on the main esplanade too, where I think the bigger boats go from. On my boat, the bike was loaded into the hold which required a bribe/tip to have her extracted. If you are too precious about your bike, then this is not the experience for you. I know someone who turned back at this point, and headed for the airport

If you need it, I may be able to dig out a contact name for you. Don't sweat, if you have a few days something will turn up. Lots of traveller-friendly hostels in Belem and it's worth hanging out there for a while.


http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/tst...ugh/001131.php

http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/tst...ugh/001132.php



Chao Wacker
__________________
How much does a man live, after all?
Does he live a thousand days, or one only?
For a week, or several centuries?
How long does a man spend dying?
What does it mean to say “forever”? - Pablo Neruda
Last edited by Stretcher Monkey; 13 Apr 2008 at 20:13.
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 13 Apr 2008
SalCar's Avatar
Gold Member, Contributing Vendor
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: May 2006
Location: Managua, Nicaragua
Posts: 181
I recommend getting a hold of Alex alexreisxt600 at hotmail dot com.. he has hosted many moto travellers, has a bike shop and probably can host you at his apt.

he helped me book the ferry to manaus. I did book a cabin and was very happy to do so. A couple people got all their stuff stolen when the ferry stopped in the middle of the night at a port... and by day 4 of 7 a LOT of people got stomach sick... so it was nice to have a private bathroom and cabin where to lock your stuff...

make sure to take extra food, drink and candy... especially some gift if you can for the kids at the different ports that are looking for donations...

it an amazing experience that boat ride...

S.
Reply With Quote
  #4  
Old 13 Apr 2008
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Shropshire, Blighty
Posts: 346
fotos...
6 days banana-shaped:
Attached Images
  
__________________
How much does a man live, after all?
Does he live a thousand days, or one only?
For a week, or several centuries?
How long does a man spend dying?
What does it mean to say “forever”? - Pablo Neruda
Reply With Quote
  #5  
Old 14 Apr 2008
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: Utrecht, Netherlands
Posts: 147
Hi,

I took the riverboat from Belem to Manaus in 2005. I booked at Macamazone in Belem. I booked the Nelio Correa which is an old fashioned river boat. It has not only hammocks but cabins too. I recommend the cabin: you have some privacy, the cabins are more or less airconditioned and food is better for cabinpassengers. There are also faster ships like the Amazon Star but I liked to travel with the Nelio Correa. You can get an idea of the ship and the trip on my website Welcome to Wonderful Travels. The best time to travel by ship from Belem to Manaus is just after the rainperiod, at the beginning of july. It is high water, everything is flooded, no musquitos. Have fun!
__________________
Voorbij de horizon / beyond the horizon: www.wonderfultravels.nl
Reply With Quote
  #6  
Old 14 Apr 2008
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Shropshire, Blighty
Posts: 346
Mart,

I had a peek at your site. I like your style, like what you say about "travelling". It's kinda spiritual. You have it right. I think many people who travel, including those by bike don't "get it" like you do.

Good luck with Africa.
__________________
How much does a man live, after all?
Does he live a thousand days, or one only?
For a week, or several centuries?
How long does a man spend dying?
What does it mean to say “forever”? - Pablo Neruda
Reply With Quote
  #7  
Old 14 Apr 2008
Rohden's Avatar
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Curitiba - Brazil
Posts: 67
Hi Tedmagnun,

Five or more days in a boat is too boring!!!
If you have time to spend, you can stay in the middle of your boat travel and stay some days in Santarém, there are some beautiful beaches there (one of them in Alter do Chão Village), then you river-up till Manaus.

Have a nice ride by boat, by bike!!!
Best wishes,

Reginaldo Rohden.
__________________
Ushuaia - 12.000 km - nov. 06.
Atacama Desert & Uyuni Salar - 8.000 km - oct. 07.
Carretera Austral - 10.000 km - apr. 09.

http://www.rohden.smugmug.com/
Reply With Quote
  #8  
Old 15 Apr 2008
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: Guildford, UK
Posts: 269
I also took the Nelio Correa. Nice enough little boat and the cabins were fine. Booked at the normal quayside booking office for all the riverboats just a day or so in advance. Loading the bike took place at a more remote location and it was pretty simple - was advised a time when the tide was at a sensible level and then rode the plank!

Other travelers who stayed in the hammocks had trouble with stuff being pinched. I was glad to have the cabin and keep my gear safe.

Keep an eye open for the pink river dolphins.

Matt
Reply With Quote
Reply

« Previous Thread | Next Thread »

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 Registered Users and/or Members and 1 guests)
 

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On

Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
Sudan border crossing info required Matt Roach Travellers' Advisories, Safety and Security on the Road 3 13 Oct 2010 10:35
Info on Grimaldi shipping if required S-Mendus South America 4 2 Feb 2008 17:50
Please Help-urgent Info Required On Chile Border S-Mendus South America 8 19 Dec 2007 19:59
Various info required for India davorsh West and South Asia 3 7 Sep 2004 06:10
Shipping info required for UK to Alaska Lois Trip Transport 5 17 Dec 2002 18:09

 
 

Announcements

Thinking about traveling? Not sure about the whole thing? Watch the HU Achievable Dream Video Trailers and then get ALL the information you need to get inspired and learn how to travel anywhere in the world!

Have YOU ever wondered who has ridden around the world? We did too - and now here's the list of Circumnavigators!
Check it out now, and add your information if we didn't find you.

Next HU Eventscalendar

25 years of HU Events
Be sure to join us for this huge milestone!

ALL Dates subject to change.

2025 Confirmed Events:

Virginia: April 24-27
Queensland is back! May 2-5
Ecuador June 13-15
Germany Summer: May 29-June 1
CanWest: July 10-13
Switzerland: Date TBC
Ecuador: Date TBC
Romania: Date TBC
Austria: Sept. 11-14
California: September 18-21
France: September 19-21
Germany Autumn: Oct 30-Nov 2

Add yourself to the Updates List for each event!

Questions about an event? Ask here

See all event details

 
World's most listened to Adventure Motorbike Show!
Check the RAW segments; Grant, your HU host is on every month!
Episodes below to listen to while you, err, pretend to do something or other...

Adventurous Bikers – We've got all your Hygiene & Protection needs SORTED! Powdered Hair & Body Wash, Moisturising Cream Insect Repellent, and Moisturising Cream Sunscreen SPF50. ESSENTIAL | CONVENIENT | FUNCTIONAL.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

"Ultimate global guide for red-blooded bikers planning overseas exploration. Covers choice & preparation of best bike, shipping overseas, baggage design, riding techniques, travel health, visas, documentation, safety and useful addresses." Recommended. (Grant)



Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance.

Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers.

Led by special operations veterans, Stanford Medicine affiliated physicians, paramedics and other travel experts, Ripcord is perfect for adventure seekers, climbers, skiers, sports enthusiasts, hunters, international travelers, humanitarian efforts, expeditions and more.

Ripcord travel protection is now available for ALL nationalities, and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes!


 

What others say about HU...

"This site is the BIBLE for international bike travelers." Greg, Australia

"Thank you! The web site, The travels, The insight, The inspiration, Everything, just thanks." Colin, UK

"My friend and I are planning a trip from Singapore to England... We found (the HU) site invaluable as an aid to planning and have based a lot of our purchases (bikes, riding gear, etc.) on what we have learned from this site." Phil, Australia

"I for one always had an adventurous spirit, but you and Susan lit the fire for my trip and I'll be forever grateful for what you two do to inspire others to just do it." Brent, USA

"Your website is a mecca of valuable information and the (video) series is informative, entertaining, and inspiring!" Jennifer, Canada

"Your worldwide organisation and events are the Go To places to for all serious touring and aspiring touring bikers." Trevor, South Africa

"This is the answer to all my questions." Haydn, Australia

"Keep going the excellent work you are doing for Horizons Unlimited - I love it!" Thomas, Germany

Lots more comments here!



Five books by Graham Field!

Diaries of a compulsive traveller
by Graham Field
Book, eBook, Audiobook

"A compelling, honest, inspiring and entertaining writing style with a built-in feel-good factor" Get them NOW from the authors' website and Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk.



Back Road Map Books and Backroad GPS Maps for all of Canada - a must have!

Your ad could be here, on EVERY page of the HUBB, or the whole website, or as many as you like!

New to Horizons Unlimited?

New to motorcycle travelling? New to the HU site? Confused? Too many options? It's really very simple - just 4 easy steps!

Horizons Unlimited was founded in 1997 by Grant and Susan Johnson following their journey around the world on a BMW R80G/S.

Susan and Grant Johnson Read more about Grant & Susan's story

Membership - help keep us going!

Horizons Unlimited is not a big multi-national company, just two people who love motorcycle travel and have grown what started as a hobby in 1997 into a full time job (usually 8-10 hours per day and 7 days a week) and a labour of love. To keep it going and a roof over our heads, we run events all over the world with the help of volunteers; we sell inspirational and informative DVDs; we have a few selected advertisers; and we make a small amount from memberships.

You don't have to be a Member to come to an HU meeting, access the website, or ask questions on the HUBB. What you get for your membership contribution is our sincere gratitude, good karma and knowing that you're helping to keep the motorcycle travel dream alive. Contributing Members and Gold Members do get additional features on the HUBB. Here's a list of all the Member benefits on the HUBB.



All times are GMT +1. The time now is 10:55.

Contact Us - Horizons Unlimited Motorcycle Travellers Website - Archive - Privacy Statement - Top