In December 2026, a 74-metre expedition yacht is scheduled to join the brown, restless waterways reached through Iquitos, carrying no more than 32 guests into a landscape where humidity settles on skin almost immediately and engines, insects and birds compete for the ear. Amazon Explorer, operated by andBeyond, is being positioned less as a conventional […]
Morning comes early on the Peruvian Amazon, before the heat has gathered its full weight and while passengers are still shaking sleep from their heads. From a small skiff, the river can seem quiet until a naturalist guide catches a movement high in the canopy and the engine drops to a murmur. Red-bellied macaws chatter […]
Napo Wildlife Center has introduced a private Harpy Eagle expedition in Ecuador’s Yasuní region, combining access to an authorized observation area with guided wildlife activities in Yasuní National Park. The program is limited to groups of no more than six guests and includes a private bilingual naturalist guide. The expedition follows conservation protocols intended to […]
Researchers have documented the first confirmed dinosaur record from Ecuador’s Amazonian Oriente Basin, based on fossil remains recovered from the Tena Formation near the Napo River. The specimen, informally known as “Wakrayampi,” has been identified as a titanosaur, a group of long-necked herbivorous dinosaurs that lived during the Late Cretaceous. The finding adds a new […]
KLM has restored six weekly flights between Amsterdam and Ecuador for the high season, serving Quito and Guayaquil with Boeing 787 aircraft. The expanded schedule took effect on 12 July and gives passengers more options for travel between Europe and Ecuador. The route links Amsterdam Schiphol Airport with Ecuador’s two main international gateways. It is […]
The Peruvian Amazon offers a unique opportunity for adventure with its abundant biodiversity and pristine ecosystems. Travelers can on a four-night expedition cruise aboard the Aqua Nera vessel, an exclusive option for exploring this iconic region. The Aqua Nera, a luxury riverboat measuring 62 meters, accommodates a maximum of 40 passengers across 20 suites. It is […]
A recent observance of World Rainforest Day has drawn attention to the critical importance of rainforests, particularly the Amazon. Encompassing Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, Bolivia and the Guianas, this extensive rainforest is a habitat for diverse wildlife, rich cultures, and offers unique ecotourism opportunities. The Amazon presents a variety of immersive experiences, from remote river […]