River/Barge and Road
- Companies: Navegação Siqueira, Rápido Solimões
- Duration: Approximately 3 days
- Distance: Around 380 miles (approx. 612 kilometers via river and road)
- Costs:$150 - $200 (including meals and cabin options on the barge)
- Roads/Routes: BR-319, Madeira River
Pro Tip: Consider booking a private cabin on the barge in advance through Navegação Siqueira to ensure you have a comfortable space to rest during the lengthy journey. Also, ensure you have essentials like a power bank and snacks as onboard amenities might be basic.
The journey from Porto Velho, RO to Manicoré, AM is best taken by a combination of river transport and road due to the geographical nature of the region. While flights are generally not available directly, the river route offers a unique perspective of the lush Amazon environment that shouldn't be missed. This is the most practical mode for a scenic and relatively affordable journey.