Several options exist to enter the rainforest. Daily flights from the majority of Brazil's cities service Manaus, the premier gateway to the Amazon. Manaus stands as the living monument of the rubber boom. It is definitely worth the visit, boasting delightful restaurants, an incredible theatre, and a relatively exciting nightlife. From that point on, transfers are provided by most jungle lodges and travel specialists . Access to the forest is also feasible from Bélem, the capital city of the state of Pará. In fact, in the recent past Belém has made exceptional strides in improving their capacity for tourism. It is also conveniently located more proximate to the Northeast of Brazil. The Amazon Clipper Cruise offers several short, simple and affordable packages to explore the region by boat. Ecotour Expeditions operates the Motor Yacht Tucano , which provides the option of privately chartered trips, is more lavish, and offers longer itineraries. Brazil Adventure International (a São Paulo based tour operator) offers hiking and trekking tours through the Atlantic Rainforest. Numerous other local companies are also available to take you on similar adventures through the region.

Entrance to the Amazon via Alta Floresta, Mato Grosso state, is another option. Flights are available from Cuiabá. If you are in the Pantanal, the closest entrance to the Amazon is through São Jose do Rio Claro.