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National Geographic Amazon Expedition: Upper River Wildlife & Ethnobotany

Join a National Geographic expert-led small-group expedition into the upper Amazon, combining guided jungle treks, skiff wildlife excursions, and ethnobotanical village encounters for the most intellectually rich Amazon experience available.

What to expect

Each day unfolds as a curated blend of dawn skiff excursions into narrow jungle tributaries, guided rainforest walks identifying medicinal and food plants used by indigenous communities for millennia, and community visits where local elders share oral histories and traditional craft knowledge. National Geographic's photo mentor accompanies the group, helping you capture the Amazon's light and movement with genuine artistry. Evenings feature expert-led briefings that connect the day's encounters to broader ecological and conservation narratives — you leave with a far deeper understanding of what you have witnessed.

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From USD 9,046 per person (8-day expedition; 2026 departures — see website for current pricing by date)
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Good to know

This is an immersive multi-day expedition rather than a single port-day excursion — ideal for travellers who wish to extend their Amazon experience beyond a single ship call. Departures are from Iquitos, Peru. Book well in advance as 2026 departures sell out quickly. Full expedition details and departure dates are available at the National Geographic Expeditions website.

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