About the Port
Santarém sits at the confluence of the Tapajós and Amazon rivers, roughly midway between Manaus and Belém, and ranks among the oldest settlements in the Brazilian Amazon. Its waterfront and modest colonial-era streets are easily explored on foot from the pier, offering a low-key introduction to river life, local markets, and the striking meeting of waters, where the clear greenish Tapajós runs alongside the silty Amazon for miles before merging.
Beyond the town, the surrounding region opens onto forest and canal country, including routes toward the Jari Canal, where small boats allow quiet observation of nocturnal wildlife along the water's edge. The pace here is unhurried, shaped by river currents and rural communities rather than urban attractions, making Santarém a fitting stop for travelers drawn to the Amazon's natural rhythms rather than its cities.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Santarem.
See the Meeting of Waters
View the striking line where the clear greenish Tapajós runs alongside the silty Amazon for miles without fully mixing, best seen from the waterfront or a short boat ride out.
Explore the Waterfront Market
Wander the pier-side streets and market stalls for a firsthand look at river life, local produce, and fish fresh from the Amazon and Tapajós, all within easy walking distance of the ship.
Night Wildlife Cruise on Jari Canal
Head out toward the Jari Canal by small private boat in the late afternoon and after dark to spot nocturnal creatures along the quiet forest edge; book ahead as space is limited.
Cruise Lines That Call Here
Cruises That Visit Santarem
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 23, 2026 | Oceania | Oceania Insignia | 57 | $26,999 | |
| Nov 2, 2026 | Oceania | Oceania Insignia | 47 | $21,099 | |
| Nov 9, 2026 | Regent | Seven Seas Mariner | 22 | $14,999 | |
| Nov 9, 2026 | Oceania | Oceania Insignia | 40 | $12,649 | |
| Nov 22, 2026 | Holland America | Volendam | 30 | $5,049 | |
| Nov 24, 2026 | Oceania | Oceania Insignia | 25 | $8,499 | |
| Nov 25, 2026 | Holland America | Volendam | 27 | $5,034 | |
| Dec 15, 2026 | Viking Ocean Cruises | Viking Sea | 21 | $10,999 | |
| Jan 15, 2027 | Crystal | Crystal Symphony | 25 | $12,380 | |
| Jan 29, 2027 | Explora Journeys | Explora I | 19 | $12,400 | |
| Feb 5, 2027 | Explora Journeys | Explora I | 24 | $18,050 | |
| Feb 5, 2027 | Explora Journeys | Explora I | 12 | $7,295 | |
| Feb 14, 2027 | Oceania | Oceania Insignia | 54 | $18,299 | |
| Mar 7, 2027 | Oceania | Oceania Insignia | 33 | $10,499 | |
| Mar 19, 2027 | Oceania | Oceania Insignia | 21 | $6,449 | |
| Jan 5, 2028 | Oceania | Oceania Sirena | 65 | $22,349 | |
| Jan 6, 2028 | Holland America | Zuiderdam | 28 | $6,179 | |
| Jan 15, 2028 | Silversea | Silver Ray | 77 | $58,500 | |
| Jan 18, 2028 | Crystal | Crystal Serenity | 25 | $12,900 | |
| Feb 6, 2028 | Explora Journeys | Explora II | 11 | $8,120 |
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