When thinking about Peru and where I wanted to visit, in addition to Machu Picchu of course!, I knew I wanted to see the Amazon Rainforest.
Rainforest…what comes to mind…? Lots of plants, some different animals, and heat. What did I experience? A variety of plants, intriguing animals, and hot and humid conditions! Over 102 degrees with 95% humidity!
Our G-Adventure group, consisting of 14 fabulous travelers and one amazing CEO (Chief Experience Officer), flew from Lima to Puerto Maldonado. From the airport, we took a bus…and then a motorized canoe! In the boat, Leo and Elvis, our rainforest guides, frequently asked the boat operator to stop so we could see tropical animals during our two-hour float. That evening, we went on a night walk to see what was hiding under the stars. The next day, we walked into the forest. Our final evening, we climbed into the canoe and found four caimans!
Some of the fauna we saw: capybara, side necked turtle, quetzal, white caimans, parakeets, macaws, weber birds, jungle cows, horned screamers (birds) – plus a vast array of insects!
Only a few of my photos came out okay enough to share…
On the canoe…
Berry-painted face
Our gorgeous lodge – each bed had mosquito netting
Flora at the lodge and on our hikes
Brazil – I mean, Peru! – nuts
Lots and lots of fauna!
