"The Other Side of the River" Departamento de Amazonas by MrRandMcnally

Departamento de Amazonas Travel Guide: 31 reviews and 198 photos

Beautiful jungle, Friendly people

I spent most of my time in the jungle on the Brazilian side of the Javari River but made some hikes around the jungle on the other side.

We found a beautiful jungle, and a group of friendly, locals wil make their lives along the sides of the river.

Last visit to Departamento de Amazonas: Mar 2005
Intro Written May 10, 2005
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One Big Tree Off The Beaten Path (2)

The tallest tree in the jungle is the Cieba, of all trees only Redwoods are taller. I had seen some in Guatamala but in... more travel advice

A nice purchase - Departamento de Amazonas

Local crafts can come in handy Shopping (1)

Before we started a day long hike through the Jungle from one village to another I stopped in one of the houses and... more travel advice

Following the path - Departamento de Amazonas

Off the Beaten Path? In the Amazon? Off The Beaten Path (2)

So I stasyed to the beaten path, a trail between two Peruvian villages olong the Javari River. Anyway I cant's say it... more travel advice

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laughingsun69 Aug 26, 2008 at 7:14 AM

Looks like a great place to trek , the hammock was a brilliant idea :)
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babar_1 Jun 6, 2005 at 1:06 PM

Interesting tips. Happy travelling