OUR TOP 5 QUESTIONS REGARDING CASH IN BRAZIL

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Q. WHAT DO YOU RECOMMEND FOR GRATUITIES?

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Manaus: We recommend USD $20 / R$110 in tip for your Manaus Host, and another USD $20 / R$110 to your Driver for the week.

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Interior: For our Crew in the Interior, we recommend starting at 10% of your trip cost. This amount is divided among our Crew.

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Q. CAN I PAY IN USD?

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Please do not. It is extremely difficult for our crew to exchange foreign currency. You can easily order your Brazilian Reals from your bank (at least 3 weeks before your trip). This is a simple process and is significantly less expensive than exchanging your money at the airport.

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Q. DO THE RESTAURANTS IN MANAUS ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS?​​​

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Yes, and this is probably the best way to pay for your meals and bar tabs in Manaus.

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Q. WHAT OTHER EXPENSES WILL I HAVE DURING THIS TRIP? WHAT WILL I NEED CASH FOR?

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We will cover the vast majority of your expenses during your trip. Your responsibilities include meals and bar tabs in Manaus, hotel room charges, gratuities, and personal spending money for gifts and trinkets. We have merchandise in camp for sale (hats, shirts, etc.), and gear rental packages available in case of emergencies. These items can be paid for with cash or we can bill you when you return home. 

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Q. WHAT IF I NEED MORE BRAZILIAN REALS WHILE I AM IN MANAUS?

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There is an ATM in the hotel, but it is often down for maintenance or simply runs out of cash. Our host can take you to the ATMS in the mall if it is an emergency. You will be responsible for the expenses of transportation and the host duties.

 

BONUS QUESTION

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Q. HOW DO I KNOW THE EXCHANGE RATE OF BRAZILIAN CURRENCY?

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Just Google REALS to USD for a quick and easy solution