Step onto Ilha do Amor — Alter do Chão's legendary white-sand island rising from the glassy turquoise Lago Verde — via a private chartered boat. The 'Caribbean of the Amazon' earns its title completely here.
What to expect
Your private motorboat skims across Lago Verde, its waters an impossible shade of teal created by the meeting of the Tapajós and the lake's own springs. Ilha do Amor (Island of Love) emerges as a barefoot paradise of fine white sand and swaying palms — one of the most photographed natural scenes in all of Brazil. Wade into the warm, bath-clear shallows, explore the sandbanks that shift with the Amazon's seasonal waters, and sip a chilled açaí juice from one of the island's rustic beach bars. The short crossing from the Alter do Chão waterfront takes under five minutes, leaving maximum time on the island.
Good to know
The island's size changes dramatically with the river's water level; visit in July–November for the biggest beaches. Boat hire is available directly on the waterfront — negotiate a return time with your boatman. This excursion is easily combined with a sunset tour for a full day. No pre-booking required, but a private charter is strongly recommended for flexibility.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Alter do Chao — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.