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Amazon River Monsters

The Amazon rainforest is a complete ecosystem. There you will find various species of hundreds of living creatures. From the wonderful jaguar to the poison dart frog, and from Jesus lizard to the black caiman. The Amazon forest is the home of many creatures. In this article, we will discuss some of the amazing Amazon […]

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The Boiling River of the Amazon

What comes to your mind when you think of the Amazon? Some might think of the thick dangerous jungle, while others may think about exotic animals living in the tropical environment. People who are adventurers may think of lost civilizations, ancient legends, and forgotten cities of gold. But do you know about a small village […]

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How to Choose an Amazon River Cruise?

The idea of escaping to the Amazon River for a vacation seems wonderful. However, when you actually sit down to plan your trip, you are definitely getting confused. The river flows through more than 4,000 miles of the region, which means that you have a variety of vacation and itinerary styles to choose from. We […]

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The Plants of the Tropical Rainforest

There are more than 2/3 of plant species in the world that are found in tropical rainforests. The rainforest plants provide food and shelter to the animals that live in the rainforest. They are also taking part is the gaseous exchange. Rainforest plants provide the basic supply of oxygen in the world. A humid environment […]

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Amazon River Cruises: Brazil vs Peru

Amazon is the biggest rainforest that you can find out there in the world. It spans across many different countries, including Venezuela, Suriname, Peru, Guyana, French Guinea, Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, and Bolivia. Out of these two countries, Brazil and Peru have received a lot of attention. In fact, Brazil owns about 60% of the Amazon […]

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What Can You Do In the Amazon Rainforest?

The Amazon Rainforest extends over South America from the Atlantic Ocean in the east to the Andes Mountains in the west. It is home to the myriad species of fauna and flora, containing 50 percent of the world’s biodiversity. Numerous indigenous tribes live in the Amazon, rehearsing the ancient lifestyles unchanged more than thousand number […]

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Books About the Amazon River

Now and again, Rainforest Cruise has the Special Guest Cruise departure, similar to Delfin II Amazon journey that cruised in Feb 2016 with the visitor John Hemming who is a widely acclaimed author, traveler as well as an expert on Amazon as well as Incan Civilization. We have chosen a rundown of the best Amazon River books, […]

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What are the dangers of Amazon river trips and travel?

As the vast majority of the Amazon river trips that operate in the rainforest are run by experienced, knowledgeable and capable businesses, the risks for travellers visiting the area are minimal. However, as the jungle is alive with exotic wildlife, home to a unique climate and located in a developing part of the world, ensuring […]

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Best swimming holes in the Amazon basin

When you think about the Amazon Rainforest what springs to mind? Lush vegetation? Exotic animals? Towering trees? One thing that probably does not come up is swimming. However, with around 60,000km of inland waterways, countless lakes, lagoons and beaches, the Amazon is one of the most exciting and diverse swimming spots in the world. Though […]

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Pacaya Samiria vs. Galapagos: Two of the best nature reserves on the planet

Pacaya SamiriaWhen it comes to biodiversity and abundance of wildlife, there are few more exceptional places on earth than the Galapagos Islands and the Amazon Rainforest. So it should come as no surprise to nature enthusiasts that Pacaya Samiria, one of the largest protected areas in the Amazon, and the Galapagos Islands were voted into […]

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Birdwatching on Amazon cruises in Peru

With a huge variety of mammals, reptiles, amphibians and insects, the Amazon has always been a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and animal lovers. However, with more than 400 species in Peru alone, it’s the jungle’s birds that really bring the rainforest to life and amaze visitors time and time again. Birdwatching on Amazon cruises […]

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Pacaya Samiria amongst the 10 best places for wildlife on the planet

The largest protected area in Peru, and one of the largest in the Amazon region, Pacaya Samiria covers an area of around 20,000 square kilometres and contains some of the most diverse and unique wildlife on earth. Though much of the reserve is given over to virgin forest, there are a number of Amazon cruises […]