A new form of social gathering on a tropical island in the depths of the Brazilian Amazon.
A 10-day adventure that offers you the freedom to explore unspoiled landscapes and indigenous traditions.
A space that allows music, art and culture to co-exist in harmony with nature. The O MATO Experience.
Rio Negro
Brazil
11th - 21st
September
Manaus
(MAO)
100
people
"Cheiro do Mato", a year-round eco-lodge on a peninsula in the middle of Brazil's tropical rainforest, 200 km north-east of Manaus. Situated on the banks of a black water river, it borders the Anavilhanas National Park – a labyrinth of hundreds of wooded islands, that are home to many rare animals and plants.
You’ll be accommodated in a personal hammock. Our cozy jungle camps are located close to the main area, but far enough to find rest by day and night. Each sleeping spot comes with a large hammock, rain cover/tarp and enough space for yourself and your belongings. What are the benefits? Sleeping outside is calming and improves the quality of your sleep through fresh air, constant exposure to oxygen and pleasant temperatures by night (around 23°). Sleeping in a hammock gives you the perfect protection from animals and insects, as well as the best option to camp in nature without having a significant impact. Don’t worry about mosquitos. The waters of the Rio Negro are very acidic, which is not dangerous for us humans, but no home for mosquitos.
Using as few industrial products as possible, we cooperate with neighbouring settlers, local fishermen and farmers to deliver an authentic culinary experience. Breakfast, lunch and dinner, will be prepared in our restaurant by local chefs and come with regional and fresh products.
In addition to a musically diverse program, our location - with direct forest and water access and a proximity to the National Park - presents endless possibilities. Choose between music nights, tours, activities & workshops.
Explore the tropical world on different boat trips or jungle hikes. You can choose from a variety of tours, from relaxed excursions to more demanding expeditions. All start off straight from the venue.
The program also offers a range of traditional as well as modern workshops and activities. Learn about indigenous traditions from locals or get active by yourself with activities such as wakeboarding or canoeing. For further details read our full program here..
TBA
Ticketinformation
11th — 21st September
| Phase 1 (Internationals) | € 495 | Buy now |
| Phase 1 (South Americans) | R$ 1.320 | Buy now |
| Phase 2 (Internationals) | € 555 | — |
| Phase 2 (South Americans) | R$ 1.770 | — |
| Phase 3 (Internationals) | € 625 | — |
| Phase 3 (South Americans) | R$ 1.770 | — |
11th - 15th OR 15th - 21st of September: (coming soon)
| Phase 2 (Internationals) | € 355 | — |
| Phase 2 (South Americans) | R$ 1.145 | — |
| Phase 3 (Internationals) | € 395 | — |
| Phase 3 (South Americans) | R$ 1.370 | — |
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Yes, to ensure safety and responsible behavior of all participants, the minimum age is 21 years.
We accept all common credit cards. In case your need an alternative payment method, please contact info@o-mato.com.
Yes, you can pay your ticket in max. 3 installments (1 per month). Installment plans stop in July.
You are free to cancel your ticket any time. Payback conditions change, the closer we get to the event. Please have a look at our T&C, article 6.4.
We work in a small, well experienced team and recruit workers ourselves. There is always a spot available for motivated people, who are keen to work in a rough jungle environment over several weeks. Please keep in mind, that volunteers will have to pay for a workers ticket, that covers the minimum expenses. Send us your request via info@o-mato.com
The ship leaves Manaus on 11th of September at 12pm. Please make sure to arrive on time. If you’re late you will need to get extra transport via Bus and Boat, with an additional cost.
You’ll be informed via mail/text from us 1-2 days before the 11th of September. You’ll receive all instructions needed to get to the departure spot. (This includes the departure information for 5 Day Passes as well)
11th to 15th: You will be transfered to the next village called Novo Airao. From there on you can either take a bus (4h/R$40 p.P.) or get a cab (3h/R$270 for the whole car)
15th to 21st: To get to the pick up spot, you can take a bus (4h/R$40 p.P.) or a cab (3h/R$270) from Manaus Bus Station (Rodoviária) to Novo Airao (Harbour). Pick up time will be 1 pm on 15th of September. Please make sure to be on time.
O MATO is a cash free zone. You can change your money (€/R$) into O MATO Coins before the event via bank transfer or at the event at our office. We ask you to bring enough money, as we don’t accept cards and the next ATM is a 1,5 hours boat ride away. We recommend bringing €150 - 300 for drinks, tours and others.
There are very few mosquitos at Cheiro do Mato. The bypassing waters of the Rio Negro are very acidic, which is not dangerous for us humans, but no home for mosquitos.
No, there is no reception at the venue. Please tell your loved ones that you won’t be reachable for these 10 days.
We don’t oblige you to do so, but from experience and local habits we know that hammocks are the most comfortable way to sleep in the jungle. If there is no way for you to sleep hanging, we won’t stop you from putting up a tent.
We have well experienced paramedics at the venue, who are properly prepared for the conditions given.
The boat will return to Manaus harbor on 21st of September around 12pm.