Amazon Rainforest

The Amazon Rainforest evokes visions of virgin and lush jungles– specifically, half a million square kilometers of rainforest that covers the Amazon Basin. It where one of the most diverse flora and fauna is found, which is second to none in the world when it comes to their beauty and uniqueness. The Amazon Rainforest boasts of a stunning natural collection of inhabitants, from the colorful macaws and the stealthy tree frogs to about 2.5 million species of insects that carpet the entire rainforest. Indeed, the Amazon Rainforest is one of the most diverse when it comes to plants, insects, mammals, amphibians, and other forms of wildlife.

The Amazon River is equally famous as the forest itself. On its own, it stands as a majestic natural wonder. Some parts of the river are so wide that the other side cannot be seen easily, especially in places where the river’s edges are 30 miles from each other. In some areas, the river is so big that waves and sand are present.

Whether you are taking short or long trips, a nature excursion through the Amazon Rainforest is one activity you will never forget. Visitors can ride down the river in the traditional big boats and voadeiras. The big boats are popular for river lunches and cruises, and they often stop at small villages to allow guests to take short foot tours. Small, handmade canoes are used for river excursions deeper into the jungle. There is nothing like the experience of being wrapped in green foliage as travelers make their way through the forest, with no sounds except those of nature.

A visa is required for the visit to the Amazon Rainforest for Canadian and American citizens. Vaccinations are not necessary when staying in the metropolitan areas. However, trips to the rainforests and other places in the Amazon may require vaccinations for malaria, tetanus, and yellow fever.