ParintinsParintins at a Glance
Costs: Off-season $40-80/day - off-season prices reasonable; festival time is expensive.
Safety: Generally safe with precautions - low violent crime but watch belongings; river travel requires care.
Best Time: June (festival), Apr-Sep - june hosts the Boi-Bumbá festival; dry months are easiest for travel.
Why Visit Parintins?
On the banks of the Amazon River, Parintins draws travelers for its singular folkloric celebration and rainforest setting. The annual Festival do Boi-Bumbá-where the rival Caprichoso and Garantido teams perform at the Bumbódromo-turns the entire island into a theatrical spectacle rooted in Amazonian folklore. Outside festival season, visitors find colorful local handicrafts, riverine rhythms, and regional cuisine centered on fish like tambaqui, all infused with the island’s deep cultural rhythms.
Parintins Bucket List
Don't Miss
Festival Folclórico de Parintins - Annual June festival featuring rival Boi teams, music, and elaborate folk performances.
Bumbódromo de Parintins - Main arena where the Boi-Bumbá performances and evening competitions occur during the festival.
Praça da Matriz - Central square near the cathedral hosting civic events and local gatherings year-round.
Hidden Gems
Mercado Municipal de Parintins - Indoor market selling Amazonian fruits, fish, manioc products, and regional handicrafts.
Museu do Folclore - Small museum dedicated to local folklore, costumes, and the history of Boi performances.
Praia do Caverão - Riverside beach away from the center where locals swim during low river stages.
Day Trips
Manaus (by plane or river) - Amazon gateway city with opera house, markets, and boat connections to rivers.
Ilha Tupinambarana - Large river island offering river beaches, traditional communities, and fishing opportunities.
Best Time to Visit Parintins
Parintins is hot and humid year‑round with a distinct wet season from December-May. Plan travel during the June-November drier months for easier river transport and outdoor activities.
Wet Season
Heavy, frequent rains and high humidity dominate; river levels rise and some rural roads can become challenging.
Dry Season
Less rain and lower river levels make ferries and island visits more reliable - expect muggy but sunnier days.
Hot Season
Constant tropical heat and humidity year‑round; pack light clothing, insect repellent, and be ready for sudden showers during wet months.
Parintins's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 33°C. Heavy rainfall (2435 mm/year), wettest in March.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 23° - 30° | 27° | 262 mm | overcast | 81% | 1.3 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.1h |
| February | Good | 23° - 30° | 26° | 332 mm | overcast | 85% | 1.2 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.1h |
| March | Good | 23° - 30° | 27° | 356 mm | overcast | 85% | 1.2 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.0h |
| April | Good | 23° - 30° | 27° | 316 mm | overcast | 85% | 1.1 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 11.9h |
| May | Good | 23° - 30° | 27° | 266 mm | overcast | 85% | 1.1 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.9h |
| June | Good | 23° - 31° | 27° | 192 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 1.1 m/s | 2.0 very high | 11.9h |
| July | Good | 23° - 31° | 27° | 151 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 1.1 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 11.9h |
| August | Very Good | 23° - 32° | 31° | 88 mm | some cloud | 76% | 1.3 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 11.9h |
| September | Very Good | 23° - 33° | 31° | 70 mm | partly cloudy | 68% | 1.4 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.0h |
| October | Good | 24° - 33° | 31° | 85 mm | overcast | 65% | 1.5 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.1h |
| November | Good | 24° - 33° | 31° | 117 mm | overcast | 68% | 1.5 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 12.1h |
| December | Acceptable | 23° - 32° | 30° | 200 mm | overcast | 75% | 1.3 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.1h |
How to Get to Parintins
Parintins is in Amazonas and is mainly reached by air from Manaus (MAO) or by river. The local airport (PIN) has the most convenient scheduled connections for visitors.
Parintins Airport (PIN): Parintins has a local airport with regular flights from Manaus (Eduardo Gomes International, MAO) and some regional operators. Flights from Manaus take about 40-60 minutes. From Parintins airport the town centre is a short drive (10-20 minutes) by taxi or van; fares are modest (approx. R$20-60 depending on vehicle).
Manaus (MAO): Many visitors reach Parintins by flying from Manaus; direct flights are the quickest way to get there for most travellers coming from outside Amazonas state.
Train: There is no passenger rail service to Parintins.
Bus / River transport: Parintins is in the Amazon region and river travel is an important option; long overland buses are limited. There are long boat (river) services and ferries on regional waterways-these can be much slower than flights but are part of the local transport mix. Road connections to Manaus are limited or lengthy.
How to Get Around Parintins
Air travel (Manaus → Parintins) is the most practical way to reach Parintins; river travel is possible but far slower. Inside town, taxis and walking cover most needs.
- Scheduled flights (MAO ↔ PIN) (R$150-600 (one way, varies by carrier and season)) - Flights from Manaus to Parintins are the most common and fastest link; check schedules in advance as services are limited and can change seasonally, especially around the Parintins festival.
- Airport taxi / shared van (R$20-60) - Taxis and shared vans meet flights at Parintins airport and serve the town centre and nearby lodgings. Fares are short and typically affordable.
- River transport (boats / ferries) (Varies widely) - For cargo or adventurous travel, river services connect Parintins with other Amazon towns. Journeys are long and subject to river conditions but are a core part of regional transport.
- Local buses / taxis (R$2-15) - Local buses and taxis cover intra-city travel around Parintins; taxis are convenient for short trips and carry luggage more easily than buses.
- Walking - Parintins town centre is compact; walking is the best way to get around downtown and to reach riverfront areas once you arrive.
Where to Stay in Parintins
Budget
Centro / Beira-rio - $20-50/night
Hostels and simple hotels concentrate near the city center and waterfront. Rooms are basic but practical, especially outside festival periods.
Mid-Range
Near Avenida Beira Rio - $50-110/night
Several locally run hotels provide comfortable rooms and river views. Mid-range choices increase around festival season-book well in advance then.
Luxury
Waterfront / Festival zones - $120+/night
Parintins has few high-end hotels; luxury availability spikes during the festival with seasonal offerings. Otherwise, upscale options are limited.
Breakdown of cuisine types found across Parintins’s restaurants and food venues, based on OpenStreetMap data.
Nightlife in Parintins
Nightlife is dominated by the Parintins Folklore Festival in June, when nightly shows at the Bumbódromo are the main attraction. Outside the festival, evenings are low‑key with local bars, music and informal gatherings. If you plan to attend festival events, arrange tickets and transport early; outside June, expect a quiet town with modest entertainment options.
Shopping in Parintins
Parintins offers markets and stalls selling local food, river fish and festival merchandise-especially Boi‑themed crafts and costumes during June’s festival. Small shops carry everyday goods; artisan souvenirs appear around tourist areas. There are no large malls; most visitors buy crafts, T‑shirts and festival memorabilia from local vendors and market stalls.