"O heavenly Father,
protect and bless all things
that have breath: guard them
from all evil and let them sleep in peace"
protect and bless all things
that have breath: guard them
from all evil and let them sleep in peace"
(Dr. Albert Schweitzer)
It is difficult to believe, but there are still some people who are willing to leave everything behind and go to the remotest places in the world to help give these places a chance to survive. To meet people like that and to experience first-hand the work that they do is always remarkable. It renews the soul and lightens the heart. It strengthens one's confidence in kindness and love.Nowadays, you can hardly find anyone in the Tambopata region who hasn't heard about Fauna Forever, a non-governmental organization established in 2004 by Chris Kirkby, who is one of those inspirational people mentioned above.
Fauna Forever is engaged in ecology, conservation, research and the development of ecotourism in the Tambopata region. As a part of this work, the specialists of Fauna Forever conduct research on the biodensity and biodiversity of the area. You can find more about Cris here; also you can visit Fauna Forever official website.
How to get there:
Since Fauna Forever has multiple bases in the Tambopata Rainforest, the best way to find the right option for you is to contact them directly using this form.
Where to stay:
There are many options that Chris Kirkby and his colleagues can suggest for you, taking into consideration your desires, fitness level, needs, and budget.
You can live in a common house or in your own tent in one of the biological stations, such as Venado station, or you can stay in one of the more comfortable lodges, such as Wasai Lodge. There may be additional options, so it's best to arrange everything with the FF team before you arrive.
Weather and climate in Tambopata:
Throughout the Tambopata rainforest region, the climate is wet and hot. The dry season lasts from June to September, but I found that I couldn't complain about the weather in March when there are fewer tourists and more wildlife.
What is nearby:
Among the wide range of wild travel, adventures are the world-famous Machu Picchu, which you can reach by making a stopover in Cusco.
Money matters:
This totally depends on your wishes. Staying in the field with the biologists as a volunteer, you will spend about 90–100 USD daily, including simple accommodation, forest walks and all meals. (And they are very nice meals, indeed!) If you want to stay in the lodge or take additional tours, you will pay more. Talk to Chris, and you will definitely find the proper solution.
Among the wide range of wild travel, adventures are the world-famous Machu Picchu, which you can reach by making a stopover in Cusco.
Money matters:
This totally depends on your wishes. Staying in the field with the biologists as a volunteer, you will spend about 90–100 USD daily, including simple accommodation, forest walks and all meals. (And they are very nice meals, indeed!) If you want to stay in the lodge or take additional tours, you will pay more. Talk to Chris, and you will definitely find the proper solution.
Advice:
Before you contact FF, think about everything you can imagine doing on your trip in Amazonia, even if some of those things seem impossible. Believe me, these guys will make your dreams become true, and you will have an experience which you will never forget!