Agile Manaus tourism and culture of the Amazon
Close to the capital of Amazonas, Presidente Figueiredois one of the main destinations for ecotourism and adventure tourism in the region. It is no wonder that the town, located in the lower Negro River, 130 km from Manaus, is known as the "Land of Waterfalls for its abundant offer of baths, jungle, caves and, of course, waterfalls.
More than 100 waterfalls of various sizes and shapes have already been catalogued, in addition to rapids. Most of the attractions allow the practice of radical and adventure sports such as rafting, buoy cross, kayak, zip line, rappel, speleology, tree climbing, and trails in the jungle. The lake of the Balbina hydroelectric power plant is also used for tourism.
The city has about 33 thousand inhabitants and a good offer of lodging and restaurants. The main attractions offer complete infrastructure, among them the Berro D'Água Waterfall, the Iracema Falls Tourist Complex, the Cachoeira dos Pássaros Waterfall, and the Urubuí Park. Adventure tourism is the strength of the local attractions. The city is already a destination for Manauaras during the weekend and holidays, in addition to tourists avid for jungle itineraries.
BR-174, which cuts through the Amazon jungle, is the main access road, being responsible for connecting Presidente Figueiredo to Manaus; Boa Vista, capital of Roraima; and the border town of Santa Elena de Uairén, in Venezuela.
At the Tourist Assistance Center (CAT), located at the entrance of the city, the visitor will find a photo exhibition of the natural beauties of the region that will help in the choice of what to see and do in Presidente Figueiredo.
Before starting any tour, don't forget to hire a guide and get a map with the location of all the attractions in the town. Get to know some of the attractions in Presidente Figueiredo. They are options for the visitor on a weekend or long holiday in the city.
Balbina Road, AM-240
- Maroaga Cave - Km 07;
- Berro D'água Waterfall - Km 11;
- Private Reserve of Natural Heritage Santuário, with zip line and trails - Km 12;
- Porteira Waterfall - Km 13;
- Pássaros Waterfall - Km 13; and
- Pedra Furada Waterfall - Km 57.
BR-174
- Private Reserve of Natural Heritage of the Jaguar - Km 108;
- Santa Marta Farm - Km 110;
- Igarapé do Lajes - Km 113;
- Iracema Falls Tourist Complex - Km 115; and
- Boa Esperança Community - KM 120 with rapids, Blue Lagoon, waterfalls, hiking and forest trails.
Amazon Beauty
In both routes the visitor will find impressive rock walls, soil with roots and foliage typical of the humid forest, and amber-colored running waters. The scenery distinguishes the waterfalls and caves of Presidente Figueiredo from similar attractions located in other regions of the country. The jungle environment is unique. The beauty and charm come from the wild aspect and the feeling of isolation provided by the natural environment of the Amazon. The attractions, set against thousand-year-old rocks, are surrounded by the intense green of the forest. The visitor has the sensation of being lost in an oasis in the middle of the largest tropical forest in the world.
History
The territory of Presidente Figueiredo originally belonged to the municipalities of Novo Airão and Itapiranga. The first population settlements in these poles date back to 1657, to where the municipality of Manaus is today, and 1668, where Novo Airão is today. On December 10, 1981, through Constitutional Amendment No. 12, the municipality of Presidente Figueiredo was created, with territories separated from Novo Airão (its part in the far east, bordering Manaus) and from Itapiranga (Vila and surroundings of Balbina), as well as adjacent areas of Silves and Urucará.
The installation of the municipality took place with the general elections of 1982 and, consequently, with the inauguration of the mayor and councilmen in January 1983. The name of the municipality is a tribute to the former president of the province of Amazonas in the Imperial Colony, João Figueiredo.
Access
The municipality of Presidente Figueiredo is 107 kilometers from Manaus, by means of a paved highway, BR-174. This highway also connects the capital of Roraima, Boa Vista, and links Brazil to Venezuela.
Curiosity
The name of the town is a tribute to João Batista de Figueiredo Tenreiro Aranha, first president (former imperial governor) of the province of Amazonas. The then president of the Republic, João Batista de Oliveira Figueiredo, would have rejected the homage when the town was created on December 10, 1981. The installation took place with the general elections of 1982 and the inauguration of the mayor and councilmen in 1983.
Entertainment
Cupuaçu Party
Artisans offer visitors the opportunity to appreciate the art and taste the properties of the fruit. Parallel to the Cupuaçu festival is the agro-industry fair, which aims to disseminate new technologies for the rural segment. This opportunity enables entrepreneurs to do excellent business, stimulating the local market and the interaction among producers.
Folk Festival
The folkloric festival of Presidente Figueiredo values the popular traditions, beliefs, and superstitions, which are transmitted through legends, tales, proverbs, songs, dances, and other cultural activities that were born and developed with the people.
The dances presented during the Folkloric Festival express a great variety of rhythms, such as Indian music, xote, baião, xaxado, frevo, carimbó, and quadrilha, among others. The folkloric culture of Presidente Figueiredo arises through the contact between distinct cultures, migrations, and the means of communication.
Tucunaré Party
The party takes place in the village of Balbina during the month of November, when the fish of the region is highlighted, through fishing contests, gastronomy, and the choice of the queen of the lake. There are two days of festivities in which the local culture is widely divulged among the residents and tourists.
Means of Accommodation, Tourist Agencies and Operators
- Municipality seat - urban area
| 01 | Maroaga Hotel | Zilda Bezerra Lins (92) 3324 -1110 |
| 02 | Hotel dos Viajantes | Miguel Soares Barbosa (92) 3324 -1204 |
| 03 | Hotel Cachoeira do Urubuí | João Pompeu (92) 3324 -1185/ 1186 |
| 04 | Galo da Serra Plaza Hotel | Joaquim Elizeu Rodrigues (92) 3324 -1813/ 1636 |
| 05 | Hotel Cuca Legal | Raimunda Roldão (92) 3324 -1138/ 1140 |
| 06 | Pousada da Jiboia | Antonio Teixeira Pacheco (92) 3324 -1228 |
| 07 | Pousada das Pedras | Tirza Inês Barbosa Melo (92) 3324 -1296 |
| 08 | Menina Bonita Inn | Silvia M. Pacheco de Souza (92) 3324 -1102 |
| 09 | Tucano Inn | Marivone Carneiro Campos(92) 3324 -1404 |
| 10 | Vilma's Guesthouse | Vilma Mota de Ouro (92) 3324 -1130 |
| 11 | Guesthouse Izabella | Severino Geraldo de Souza (92) 3324 -1507 |
| 12 | Wal's Guesthouse | Waldemarina Amorim Felix (92) 3324 -1267 |
| 13 | Luzilândia Inn | Edvan Ferreira Pontes (92) 3324 -1128 |
| 14 | Pousada Pontes | Antonio Ferreira Pontes (92) 3324-1229 |
| 15 | NossaCasa Bed & Breakfast | Fabiane Farias Sales (92) 3324-2256 |
- Ramal do Urubuí
| 16 | Vivenda Fênix | Eudésia | (92) 99111-7320/ 98409-1030 |
| 17 | Marupiara Farm | José Roberto | (92) 99181-5299 98156-4441 |
- AM 240 - Balbina road, Vila and Ramal da Morena
| 18 | Santuário Hotel | José Adalberto Marinho | (92) 3238-6752/3324-1741/99146-5826 |
| 19 | Rio Belo Resort | Francisco Rita Jr. Bernardino Filho | (92) 99631-0810 |
| 20 | Balneário Água Viva | Gilberto d. S. Nascimento | (92) 98173-6335 / 99623-9363 |
| 21 | Amanda Balneário Camping | Sulamita | (92) 99274-4070 |
| 22 | Aldeia Mari Inn | Ana Paula Nicolau | (92) 99409 -9423 |
| 23 | Camping da Porteira | Lia /Lindomar | (92) 99142-7305/99100-8390/ 98143-7228 |
| 24 | 5 Irmãos Camping | Maria de Jesus | (92) 99291-4524 |
| 25 | Corredeira da Pantera Chalets | Dorivaldo Amorim | (92) 99104-8986 |
| 26 | Tucuna Tourism | ||
| 27 | Berro d'Água Inn and Camping | Amaral | (92) 98128-7217 / 992729643 |
| 28 | Vicana's Inn | Vicente Pereira | (92) 3312-1356 / 1382 |
| 29 | Hotel Vitória Régia | César M. de Figueiredo | (92) 3312-1224 / 99148-8364 |
