Jacamar Lodge Expeditions

I have just returned from a magical trip to the Amazon, along the Yanayacu River. Firstly, I cannot speak highly enough of my guide, Harley. Harley was extremely personable, kind, knowledgeable and passionate. He went above and beyond to ensure that I got the most out of my time in the jungle and his ability to spot wildlife and provide insights into jungle life was simply extraordinary. Not only did Harley provide an exceptional wildlife expedition, he taught me about the foods and medicinal uses of the jungle and provided great insights into the lifestyle of the local people. We saw countless species of birds, snakes, spiders and monkeys, watched the sun rise and set, went canoeing and piranha fishing, swam in the Amazon and spotted pink and grey dolphins, explored giant trees and lilypads, saw prehistoric birds and went trekking deep within the jungle, not to mention the night walks. I feel incredibly grateful to have had Harley as my guide and am very appreciative to all of the other guides that assisted along the way, especially Cristian. The best part about the company were the small groups. It felt very personal and it did not once feel like I was on a tour! The accomodation at Jacamar Lodge was fantastic. All of the staff were incredibly welcoming and I was lucky enough to get a room to myself. The staff always catered for dietary restrictions and the food was amazing. The meals were buffet style so there was always plenty to eat. The thing that most impressed me was the organisation of the guides. We were always on time and knew the schedule in advance. The day was broken up into 3-4 main activities which each had their own uniqueness. The only downside was that we couldn't camp, but that was due to the water level at the time. I will be sure to visit again in the future for a camping trip! I seriously did not want to leave, and will 100% be back! Be sure to bring light coloured clothing and long shirts and pants to protect yourselves from the mosquito's! I would highly recommend Jacamar Lodge Expeditions. For your future jungle adventures, be sure to request Harley as your guide! Mucho Gracias!