Category Archives: Amazon

GUEST REVIEW: Brazilian Amazon

Posted on January 14, 2020 by Adventures Within Reach

This group of 6 AWR travelers just returned from an adventure in the Brazilian Amazon. Read on for their highlights and travel advice! “We had a GREAT time in the Amazon! The folks at Tariri lodge were great & the … Continue reading →

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GUEST REVIEW: Ecuador the Land of Mountains and Jungle

Posted on July 24, 2019 by Adventures Within Reach

Jean and John just returned from an incredible custom 13-day journey to Ecuador where they visited the Bellavista Cloud Forest, Sacha Lodge in the Rainforest, and capped it all off with an incredible lodge-to-lodge trek through the Andes. Read on … Continue reading →

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Luxury Rainforest Experience at Mashpi Lodge

Posted on November 8, 2018 by Adventures Within Reach

Mashpi lodge is a gorgeous luxury lodge set amid the rainforest in Ecuador.  It is only a 3-hour drive from Quito and offers an amazing wildlife experience.  You will need a minimum of 3 days for this trip, but you … Continue reading →

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One Month In the Peruvian Amazon: One Woman’s Solo Dream Adventure Come True

Posted on July 14, 2018 by Adventures Within Reach

A couple years ago, an adventurous solo female AWR traveler, Tracey, went to the Peruvian Amazon with AWR for a week and stayed in Iquitos at the Muyuna Lodge. This year, she came back to us asking to put together … Continue reading →

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Truly Sustainable Adventures in South America

Posted on July 7, 2017 by Adventures Within Reach

This weekend we would like to highlight our some of our best sustainable tourism adventure options in South America! Hiking and Camping in Argentina Hiking is a growing trend for independent travelers in search of a personal challenge and a … Continue reading →

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Treasures of the Amazon: The Women of Cotijuba Island

Posted on July 6, 2017 by Adventures Within Reach

Our journey deeper into the Amazon continues; the next four days we spend on Cotijuba Island with our hosts from MMIB (Movimento de Mulheres das Ilhas de Belem, Belem Islands Women’s Movement). From Belem, we head north to Porto Icoaraci, … Continue reading →

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PART II: Treasures of the Amazon: Belem, Brazil

Posted on July 3, 2017 by Adventures Within Reach

Continuing on from the vibrant Ver-o-peso Market, we land in Praca da Republica, home to the famous Teatro da Paz, a theater built during the rubber boom. Upon arrival, we see that the Praca has erupted into a rhythmic, colorful … Continue reading →

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Treasures of the Amazon: Belem, Brazil

Posted on June 30, 2017 by Adventures Within Reach

Belem entrances you. Far in the north of Brazil, at the mouth of the Amazon river, is the state of Para. Belem, it’s capitol, was a strong hold for the Portuguese that rapidly grew during the rubber boom and has … Continue reading →

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Notes From The Field: Secrets and Spices of the Amazon

Posted on June 24, 2017 by Adventures Within Reach

This week, our South America Program Director, Gretchen, is taking off on our newest adventure to the Brazilian Amazon: Secrets and Spices of the Amazon! On this gastronomic, island-hopping and community-based journey, we explore the world of culinary delights that … Continue reading →

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NEW TRIP: 3-Day Unique Amazon Bungalow Adventure

Posted on June 12, 2017 by Adventures Within Reach

Explore the Brazilian Amazon with your family or group of friends while staying at the unique Manati Bungalow Lodge, run by a charming local family. Experience what living in a traditional Amazon bungalow is like. Perfect for small groups of … Continue reading →

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