Travel and transport agencies Belém

Run by Patrick, a Frenchman who has been living in this part of Brazil for 40 years, the agency offers excursions in and around Belém. It is possible to get to know some of the 42 islands surrounding Belém, such as Marajó Island (the agency works with buffalo farms and organizes full-board trips, horseback riding and canoeing). French speaking guides and great connoisseurs of the region. The agency also organizes excursions to Santarém and Alter do Chão and sells tickets on the liners that go back to Manaus.

The Ibis Belém Aeroporto is an ideal hotel for those traveling by car. It offers comfortable, modern rooms and free parking for guests. Friendly, helpful staff are on hand 24 hours a day to meet guests' needs. The hotel also features a restaurant where guests can enjoy local and international cuisine. For those wishing to explore the city, the Ibis Belém Aeroporto is well located, close to many sights such as the Ver-o-Peso market and Nazaré Basilica. With its convenient location and quality services, the Ibis Belém Aeroporto is a wise choice for travelers driving to Belém.

Numerous destinations in the interior of the country: São Luís (12 hours with Transbrasiliana), Fortaleza (25 hours with Guanabara), Santarém via Maraba (the last two thirds of the journey, after Marabá, are on an impassable track during the rainy season. Sometimes longer than the boat, variable frequency). Due to the geographical position, the journeys to the Brazilian metropolises are necessarily long and rarely direct.

To get there from the center, 20 or Arsenal, from Avenida President Vargas, 15 minutes.

International and domesticflights .

To get there: take the Marex-Pres. Vargas (line 638) from Avenida Vargas or Marex-Felipe Patroni from Praça Felipe Patroni. Every 10 minutes or so. Allow 1 hour for travel.

Air travel from Belém to Cayenne: book and arrive early. Even if your seat has been checked in, if you're last in line at police control, you'll have the surreal sight of the plane taking off with your luggage.

This company has been present in Belém for a long time. We remind you of the instructions to follow when using cabs. Have them hailed by the pousada or restaurant, or pick them up at the station head. Do not hail them on the street. Like many cities in the country, Belém is not very safe at night. Cab drivers must start their meters at the beginning of the journey (day, night and possibly public holiday rates) unless you negotiate a flat rate directly with them. Fares are generally reasonable.

Rumo Norte Expediçoes is an agency specialized in Amazonian tourism. Specially designed for small groups of 2 to 10 people, the tours of this agency will take you deep into the Amazon, where few visitors have ever been. Ideal if you want a fully customized and authentic service. The quality and safety are there, as well as the awareness of sustainable and responsible development with the local communities. Rumo Norte's creativity allows for unforgettable experiences.

Valeverde is a large travel agency with several shops in town. The range of trips is very wide, geographically and in the services. It offers various excursions in Belém and its surroundings, boat trips and excursions, and also stays with hotels and transport included from Belém to Marajó and Santarém. Like other major agencies in Belém, Valeverde Turismo offers trips to other regions of Brazil and abroad. Details and prices are to be negotiated in the agency or by email.

AR Transportes operates two boats that sail regularly throughout the year between Belém and Manaus, with several stops between the two cities, including one in the town of Santarém (AR Transportes headquarters), located between the two Amazonian cities. With capacities ranging from 252 to 850 passengers, the boats are equipped with hammock decks , toilets, bars, cabins and private suites. Comfort is basic, except for the suites. Between Belém and Manaus, the trip takes between five and seven days, depending on the itinerary, and between Belém and Santarém, two nights.

The Belém boat terminal was inaugurated in 2014, built inside a historic warehouse offering greater comfort and services to passengers. From Belém, you can embark for Manaus, Macapá and Camará (Marajó Island).

To Marajó. Banav boats depart at 6:30 a.m. or 2:30 p.m. depending on the day for the port of Camará (return at 6:30 a.m. or 3 p.m.). Bus to Soures or Salvaterra. 3 hours.

To Macapá, capital of Amapá, 22 hours by boat and 11 hours by catamaran.