Currency
Brazilian Real (BRL)
Language
Portuguese
Time Zone
AMT (UTC-4)
Best Time to Visit
Oct–May
Typical Duration
19-20 nights
Price Range
From $5,735 pp
Port Type
Port of Call
Tender Port
Yes
Gateway to the Amazon River and the heart of Brazil's rainforest region, offering unique wildlife encounters and indigenous cultural experiences.
Cruises that visit Macapa
- cruises to Macapa
- Macapa sailings
- Macapa cruises
- 12-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 12-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 12-night Swan Hellenic cruise
- 19-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 19-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 20-night Silversea cruise
- 20-night Silversea cruise
- 24-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 28-night Holland America Line cruise
- 30-night Seabourn cruise
- 38-night Seabourn cruise
- 40-night Seabourn cruise
Build Your Day in Macapa
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 2:00 PM
Usually about 6 hours ashore
Getting around:
Macapá Shopping
Good shopping mall with large supermarket in the ground floor.
Open
Amapá Garden Shopping
Available shopping goods here.
Open
Villa Nova Shopping
It is a place to get traditional food and buy from local stores.
Open
Fort Park
Picnics·Dogs allowed·Swings
Open · Closes 3 AM
Fortaleza de São José de Macapá
The highlight of a visit to Macapá.
Open · Closes 5 PM
Marco Zero (Macapá)
Monument in the middle of the equator
Open 24 hours
Cinépolis
Upscale digital movie theater
Museu Sacaca
Museum with regional culture exhibits
Open · Closes 5 PM
Restaurante João Do Camarão - Matriz
Amazing place to eat shrimp, fish and sea food.
Open · Closes 12 AM
Shopping Nações Unidas
A few clothing stores installed filled with common regional style.
Open
Rod's Bar e Restaurante
Outdoor seating·Great cocktails·Live music
Open · Closes 12 AM
Visual Fashion Shop
Open
Orla de Macapá
Playground·Restaurant
Restaurante Amazonas Peixaria
Amazing place with super traditional food!
Closes soon · 3 PM
Restaurante e Pizzaria Palmistes
Outdoor seating·Private dining room·Great cocktails
Closes soon · 3 PM
Shopping Independência
Open
Praça Samaúma
Picnics·Dogs allowed
Open 24 hours
Restaurante Estaleiro
Perfect food as always!
Closes soon · 3 PM
Cantinho Baiano Restaurante
Food was excellent!
Closes soon · 3:30 PM
Restaurante Colonial Kilo's
All you can eat·Outdoor seating·Private dining room
Closes soon · 3:30 PM
Restaurante Capytu
Very much enjoyed dinner here.
Open · Closes 4 PM
Lojas 2A-Macapá Shopping
Open
Balneário Do Curiaú
DELICIAS DA OCI
Great cocktails
Closed · Opens 7 PM
Aqua Play Macapa
Picnic tables·Restroom·Slides
Open · Closes 5 PM
Restaurante Encanto Amapaense
Outdoor seating·Private dining room·Great cocktails
Open · Closes 11:30 PM
Praça do Coco
Playground·Restaurant
Empório Café Postal
Closed
Cesar eco park
Shopping Popular
Open
Tamareira Café – Cafeteria e Local para eventos em Macapá
Closed
Restaurante Panelinha Restô Amapá
Outdoor seating·High chairs
Closes soon · 3 PM
Rio Plaza Shopping
Open
Doce Brigaderia Café
Closed
Restaurante Norte das Águas
Outdoor seating·Great cocktails·Live music
Open · Closes 10 PM
Delícias do Pará
Outdoor seating
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Lamaru Restaurante Regional
Outdoor seating·High chairs·Dogs allowed outside
Closed · Opens 6 PM
313 Restaurante
Great cocktails·Live music·Kids' menu
Closed · Opens 7 PM
Downtown Steakhouse
Also the restaurant is very dimly lit and spartanly decorated.
Closed · Opens 6 PM
Parque do Meio do Mundo
Cycling lanes·Picnics·Dogs allowed
Closed · Opens 6 PM
Mercado Central de Macapá
Open · Closes 9 PM
Restô Dhona'K
Outdoor seating·Great cocktails·Vegetarian options
Closes soon · 3 PM
Sinner
Happy hour food·Great cocktails·Vegan options
Closed · Opens 6:30 PM
Restaurante Bendito Sabor
Rooftop seating·High chairs·Wi-Fi
Closes soon · 3:30 PM
Le Café Bistrot
Closed
Grill Prime - Restaurante
But the food was very good.
Open · Closes 12 AM
Restaurante Macapaba 2
All you can eat·Great cocktails·Live music
Closes soon · 3 PM
Restaurante Peixe Na Brasa
All you can eat·Outdoor seating
Closes soon · 3 PM
La Monceau - Cafeteria e Doceria
Closed
Parque Do Jandiá
Basketball court·Dogs allowed·Swings
Open 24 hours
Boate Donna
Great cocktails·Live music·Dancing
Closed · Opens 9 PM
Predileto Restaurante
Great food and drinks but even better music.
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Historical Museum Joaquim Caetano da Silva
Closed · Opens 9 AM Tue
Casa Café
Closed
V8 Gastronomia - Restaurante em Macapá
Reservations required·Happy hour food·Private dining room
Open · Closes 12 AM
Cheirin Bão Macapá
Open
Restaurante Tempero da Rita | Comida Caseira com Amor
Rooftop seating·Wi-Fi
Closes soon · 3 PM
Varanda Food&Market
Outdoor seating·Vegan options·Kids' menu
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Crane Stone
Open 24 hours
Restaurante Ana Maia Gastronomia Orla de Macapá- Amapá
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Open · Closes 4 PM
Praia Do Aturiá
Dom Cheff
Great cocktails
Open · Closes 12 AM
Tempero de Mãe oficial - Delivery
Reservations required
Open · Closes 11 PM
Poço do Mato
PÃO DA VIDA CAFÉ
Open
Balneário do Joel
Letreiro Turístico do Parque do Meio do Mundo
Open 24 hours
Balneário do Havaí
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Macapa
Macapa serves as a fascinating port of call on Amazon-focused cruise itineraries, with four premium cruise lines including Explora Journeys, Holland America Line, Silversea, and Swan Hellenic regularly calling here. With 13 upcoming cruises and typical voyage lengths of 20 nights, this Brazilian port attracts travelers seeking immersive Amazon experiences paired with Caribbean exploration. Cruises departing from or visiting Macapa typically venture to iconic destinations like Manaus, Parintins, and Boca de Valeria, with peak travel seasons concentrated in the November through February window.
Passengers disembarking in Macapa will discover the unique meeting point of the Amazon River and Atlantic Ocean, along with the city's intriguing equatorial location straddling the equator itself. The port offers an authentic glimpse into Amazonian culture and Brazilian heritage, making it an enriching complement to longer Amazon river cruise experiences. Whether you're embarking on an extended Amazon adventure or simply exploring this remote corner of South America, Macapa provides a distinctive and memorable cruise experience.
Passengers disembarking in Macapa will discover the unique meeting point of the Amazon River and Atlantic Ocean, along with the city's intriguing equatorial location straddling the equator itself. The port offers an authentic glimpse into Amazonian culture and Brazilian heritage, making it an enriching complement to longer Amazon river cruise experiences. Whether you're embarking on an extended Amazon adventure or simply exploring this remote corner of South America, Macapa provides a distinctive and memorable cruise experience.
Cruise Lines at Macapa
- Explora Journeys (7 cruises)
- Holland America Line (3 cruises)
- Seabourn (3 cruises)
- Swan Hellenic (3 cruises)
- Silversea (2 cruises)
Cruises Departing From Macapa
Cruises Visiting Macapa
Ship Schedule at Macapa
Macapa Location
Other Cruise Ports in Brazil
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Macapa Port used for?
The Macapa Port is an official port in Brazil used for cargo handling and maritime trade.
Where is Macapa Port located?
It is located in Macapa, Brazil, at approximately latitude 0.0356 and longitude -51.0705.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Macapa Port?
BRMCP is the UN/LOCODE for Macapa Port, Brazil.
What is the port type of Macapa Port?
The port type is official port.