Guardians of the Amazonia

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Guardians of the Amazonia

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The Big Picture

  • Duration:11 days 10 nights
  • Tour Type:Biodiversity & Culture Adventure
  • Language:English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
  • expeditioners:20
  • dedicated guides:4
Guardians of Amazonia is not a trip — it’s an initiation. Across Putumayo, Caquetá, and Amazonas, the rainforest surrounds you with a presence that feels ancient, alive, and aware. Every region reveals a different face of the Amazon: river cultures, medicinal forests, sacred waterfalls, and wildlife found nowhere else on Earth.

 

You’ll explore with expert naturalists and Indigenous knowledge‑keepers whose guidance transforms every encounter — a rare primate, a bioluminescent insect, a medicinal plant — into a story of connection. With access to private reserves, night exploration, river journeys, and small‑group guiding, every participant is supported and invited to experience the forest with intention.

Comfort and care accompany you throughout: seamless ground and river transport, nourishing meals rooted in local traditions, flexible dietary options, reliable communication, and on‑trip medical support. You’ll learn through hands‑on workshops, cultural encounters, and quiet moments that stay with you long after the expedition ends.

The true essence of Guardians of Amazonia lies in what cannot be listed: the teachings shared by the forest, the unexpected encounters, and the transformations that happen when you walk through a landscape that has shaped human stories for millennia.

In the Amazon, every moment reminds you what it means to be fully present — fully alive.

 

Expedition Perks

  • Before You Arrive – Personal packing guidance to start your adventure right.
  • Transportation – Smooth airport transfers and expert drivers across Colombia.
  • Accommodation & Comfort – Incredible accommodation in nature retreats, laundry access, and reliable Wi Fi.
  • Food & Beverages – Daily meals + snacks with fully flexible dietary options.
  • Nature & Wildlife – Private reserves, day/night exploration, and guided photography.
  • Culture & Local Life – Historic sites and authentic community experiences.
  • Learning & Conservation – Hands on workshops in ecology, biodiversity, and photography.
  • Guides & Languages – Multilingual experts and professional interpreters for several languages.
  • Safety & Support – On site medical care and emergency communication.
  • Welcome & Farewell – Special welcome kit and a memorable farewell gift.

Includes/Excludes

  • Tour-wide access to Wifi
  • In-trip medical personnel
  • Access to private nature reserves
  • Native English & Spanish interpreters, and French, Portuguese and Italian spoken
  • All meals and ground transportation within the expedition
  • Airfare to/from expedition destinations

Cancellation policy

A non‑refundable 30% deposit is required to secure your reservation.

An additional 20% payment (bringing the total to 50%) is due 75 days before the start of the trip.

Full payment is required 45 days before the trip begins.

Cancellations made more than 60 days before departure will receive a refund of all payments except the deposit.

Cancellations made 59 days or fewer before departure are non‑refundable.

*Travel insurance with cancellation coverage is recommended.
**All deadlines close at 11:59 PM EST.

Frequently asked questions

Who is this journey for?

It’s designed for people seeking a deep, guided, and safe experience, with access to places that are normally closed to the public. No prior experience is required—just curiosity and a desire to explore.

What level of physical demand does it involve?

The hikes are moderate, and all activities are planned for anyone with normal mobility. The pace is comfortable, with breaks and continuous support throughout.

What makes it different?

Exclusive access to private nature reserves, hands‑on workshops with experts, medical support throughout the entire trip, and seamless logistics that allow you to focus fully on the experience. You’ll also be accompanied by a team fluent in native‑level English and Spanish—plus Portuguese, French, and Italian—so every encounter, conversation, and cultural moment flows without barriers.

- You cannot change the date of your visit due to poor weather conditions. Elephant Jungle Sanctuary will remain operational despite rain and other mild weather conditions

Optional Add-Ons

Personal Travel Insurance

Personal Travel Insurance

Guests may purchase their own policy, and we’ll gladly refer you to a dedicated representative who can assist with trip‑cancellation coverage.

Private room requests

Private room requests

Individual rooms can be requested at select destinations, depending on availability and additional cost.

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