AMAZON EXPLORER’S BLOG
Which is the Best Tour Company for Amazon Jungle Trips?
Most travelers and explorers planning an off-the-beaten expedition to the Peruvian Amazon rainforest ask the following questions: In order to solve most of these questions, we suggest you contact iPeru (www.peru.travel), the National Tourism Board by email: iperuiquitos@promperu.gob.pe Contact them the 24-hour WhatsApp mobiles. They are operating work have English-speaking operators: (+51) 944 492 314, or call the 24-hour line (+51 1) 574-8000. At iPeru you can obtain free and official information about destinations, registered tour companies, and attractives in Iquitos…
Natgeo’s York Hovest with Amazon Explorer in the Matses Territory
Journey through the Amazon: Capturing Unexplored Beauty with Photographer York Hovest The photographer York Hovest was on the road in South America for a hundred days. The mighty Amazon river runs through the largest tropical rainforest area in the world, many parts of which are almost unexplored. Only a few indigenous peoples still live in them in a very traditional way. Together with shamans, tribal elders and their families, York Hovest embarks on a journey through the Amazon basin to capture the…
The Jaguar (Panthera onca): The King of the Amazon Jungle
The Jaguar (Panthera onca) holds the title of the largest cat in the Americas and ranks as the world’s third-largest feline species. The Jaguar, with a weight that can reach up to 150 kilograms, exhibits a reddish-yellow fur with a predominantly white underside on the legs. Notably, the color is paler inside the ears, at the base of the nose, jaw, throat, and other lower parts of the body. It has distinctive black spots in rosette shapes round, oblong, or…
The Ayahuasca: Connection with the Magical & Spiritual World
Ayahuasca: Jungle Medicine for Healing and Knowledge The Ayahuasca or rope of dead, is a potion of medicinal and hallucinogenic plants used as a diagnostic to cure ills. Natural and ancient medicine that concentrates the power of the jungle. Preparation of Ayahuasca in the Region of Loreto, Peru It is recognized as ayahuasca, a diverse range of entheogenic brews crafted from decoctions of various plants. The foundational element is a decoction of the vine (Banisteriopsis caapi), prized for its Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors…
The Sloth: Neotropical Rainfortest Mammals, Amazon Jungle
Sloths: An Enigmatic World The sloth (Bradypus variegatus), a creature known for its leisurely pace in Central and South America, boasts a dense, grayish-brown to beige coat. With a round head, a flat nose, and hidden ears, this charming creature embodies the epitome of laziness. With long, slow movements, sloths hang upside down using their specially adapted limbs. Their intricate fingers, fused together, end in long, curved claws for a perfect grip.tunesharemore_vert These remarkable creatures usually attain a height ranging…
Pink Dolphin (Inia geoffrensis): Live in the Amazon & Orinoco River
Pink Dolphins: An Amazonian Wonder Pink dolphins differ significantly from their oceanic counterparts, exhibiting specialized adaptations tailored to their riverine habitat. Unlike sea dolphins, river dolphins, such as the Amazon’s pink dolphins (Inia geoffrensis), belong to a distinct family Platanistoidea a departure from the oceanic dolphins found in the family Delphinidae. Within the realm of river dolphins, the pink dolphins of the Amazon stand out as exceptionally intelligent. A study carried out with sea dolphins showed that the dolphin brain is 40% larger…
Pacaya Samiria National Reserve: Peru´s Amazonian Paradise
The Mirrored Forest: Reflections of Nature’s Secrets A captivating journey into the heart of the Peruvian Amazon with the renowned Pacaya Samiria Reserve. Nestled within the vast expanse of lush rainforest, this extraordinary sanctuary beckons adventurers seeking an unparalleled experience in one of the world’s most biodiverse landscapes. The Pacaya Samiria Reserve, often referred to as the “Mirrored Forest,” is a haven for nature enthusiasts and explorers alike. Its sprawling waterways, teeming with vibrant wildlife and unique flora, create an…
Culture of Indigenous Matsés People – The Frog Medicine: Kambô
A Journey into Indigenous Wisdom and Healing Traditions In traditional Amazonian medicine, the use of kambô is believed to have various healing properties, both physically and spiritually. The frog medicine, known as “Sapo Medicine” in Spanish and “Kambô” or “Acate” in the ancient Matsés language, is a ceremony deeply rooted in some ethnic groups of the Amazon. The Matsés ethnicity, also known as Mayoruna, has practiced this ancient tradition passed down through generations for many years. Since time immemorial, the…