It was more exciting than terrifying. We maintained a healthy respect and distance from the toxic and poisonous flora and fauna, so we didn't experience any overwhelming fear. That would have changed in a heartbeat if an anaconda or a jaguar. It was easy to be brave when I
You know things are serious when the guide offers legal waivers to sign. That sounds like an amazing experience, Lois. Especially the opportunity to see a jaguar!
You're right on that one, Neil. As in "You are out of your every-loving gourd for doing this... but if you insist on going, sign on the dotted line..." Sometimes a woman has to go off the beaten track to get a real look at the land!
Amazing........oh, and the castor oil, I use it daily mixed with other oils for my joints. It penetrates better than other oils and instantly removes inflammation and swelling. Mixed with Tiger Balm it works wonders.
It has amazing therapeutic qualities after those beastly poisonous castor beans have been detoxified. It is practically a miracle oil. Wow! Tiger Balm and Castor Oil would make one very powerful combination to fight joint pain and inflammation. Thank you for sharing this, Jean-Baptiste.
I watched it literally reduce swelling........instantly.....in a person with a two black eyes and a stitched up nose. Literally within minutes they went from looking like a balloon to just puffy. A miracle gift it is.
Jeanine, I am with you 100% on that one! The fish in the Amazon Basin are nasty creatures and need to be avoided. However, I prefer to avoid ALL fish. I don't want them swimming anywhere near me. They are nice to look at, but I don't want contact with them. Scary beasts!
I am receiving stories about castor oil being a miracle cure for everything that ails the skin. Apparently, it is a phenomenal facial cleanser and moisturizer. I haven't tried it myself, but I will keep it in mind. There is a lot to be said for the tried-and-tested nature cures for whatever ails us.
Lois, this was both a wonderful, beautiful and terrifying little trip into the Amazon. I can't wait to cuddle with a Jaguar, snuggle with an anaconda and never set foot in the water. Iloved it and your pictures are spectacular!
Thank you Sandy. I highly recommend a trip to the Amazon Basin. There are some fantastic Lodges and lots of adventures waiting for you down there. It really is a trip worth taking.
Now, that's an amazing experience! I've always wanted to go to the Amazon. I'll probably go to Iquitos in Peru, but your adventure in Ecuador sounds awesome, even with all the creepy, crawly things out there! How long did your excursion last? It's incredible that you got to see a jaguar in its natural environment.
Hi Gonzo. We were in the Amazon Basin for 10 days. We spent one day on the hike. Other days were spent on the river, going to wildlife areas, tribal villages, coffee plantations etc. When we were in the depths of the jungle, we didn't give much thought to the creepy, crawly things surrounding us. We gave them their space and they gave us our space. Most creatures, including the anaconda and the jaguar, try and avoid contact with humans. The insects and the poisonous plants were the ones that presented the bigger threat.
Gonzo, it's an adventure for you. There are some fabulous lodges along the Napo and other tributaries in the Amazon Basin. I highly recommend it.
Bill, there was a lot of distance between our motorized canoe put-putting in the Napo River and the "dark figure swimming in the lagoon." I didn't realize how scary it was until I read what I wrote with fresh eyes! When we were in the midst of the jungle our concentration was more on our footing and giving space to the poisonous plants. Most wild animals prefer to avoid humans - anacondas and jaguars included. Thank goodness!
What an amazing day you had! I’m sure it was terrifying and exciting all at once.
It was more exciting than terrifying. We maintained a healthy respect and distance from the toxic and poisonous flora and fauna, so we didn't experience any overwhelming fear. That would have changed in a heartbeat if an anaconda or a jaguar. It was easy to be brave when I
It’s so cool that you were able to experience that!
Thank you, Rod. It was a different experience, for sure!
You know things are serious when the guide offers legal waivers to sign. That sounds like an amazing experience, Lois. Especially the opportunity to see a jaguar!
You're right on that one, Neil. As in "You are out of your every-loving gourd for doing this... but if you insist on going, sign on the dotted line..." Sometimes a woman has to go off the beaten track to get a real look at the land!
I could do that.
No I couldn't.
Yes, surely I could.
Yes, you absolutely could.
Amazing........oh, and the castor oil, I use it daily mixed with other oils for my joints. It penetrates better than other oils and instantly removes inflammation and swelling. Mixed with Tiger Balm it works wonders.
It has amazing therapeutic qualities after those beastly poisonous castor beans have been detoxified. It is practically a miracle oil. Wow! Tiger Balm and Castor Oil would make one very powerful combination to fight joint pain and inflammation. Thank you for sharing this, Jean-Baptiste.
I watched it literally reduce swelling........instantly.....in a person with a two black eyes and a stitched up nose. Literally within minutes they went from looking like a balloon to just puffy. A miracle gift it is.
Amazing!
The suspension bridge looked scary! I didn’t know that about jaguars!! We went to Amazon through Manaus. To me the fishes are scary.
Jeanine, I am with you 100% on that one! The fish in the Amazon Basin are nasty creatures and need to be avoided. However, I prefer to avoid ALL fish. I don't want them swimming anywhere near me. They are nice to look at, but I don't want contact with them. Scary beasts!
YIKES! 🙃🙏👍❤
Thank you for sharing your exciting adventure Lois! I’ll keep that in my mind about the castor bean when I apply the oil to my face! Lol! 😂
I am receiving stories about castor oil being a miracle cure for everything that ails the skin. Apparently, it is a phenomenal facial cleanser and moisturizer. I haven't tried it myself, but I will keep it in mind. There is a lot to be said for the tried-and-tested nature cures for whatever ails us.
Lois, this was both a wonderful, beautiful and terrifying little trip into the Amazon. I can't wait to cuddle with a Jaguar, snuggle with an anaconda and never set foot in the water. Iloved it and your pictures are spectacular!
Thank you Sandy. I highly recommend a trip to the Amazon Basin. There are some fantastic Lodges and lots of adventures waiting for you down there. It really is a trip worth taking.
Now, that's an amazing experience! I've always wanted to go to the Amazon. I'll probably go to Iquitos in Peru, but your adventure in Ecuador sounds awesome, even with all the creepy, crawly things out there! How long did your excursion last? It's incredible that you got to see a jaguar in its natural environment.
Thanks for sharing!
Cheers
Hi Gonzo. We were in the Amazon Basin for 10 days. We spent one day on the hike. Other days were spent on the river, going to wildlife areas, tribal villages, coffee plantations etc. When we were in the depths of the jungle, we didn't give much thought to the creepy, crawly things surrounding us. We gave them their space and they gave us our space. Most creatures, including the anaconda and the jaguar, try and avoid contact with humans. The insects and the poisonous plants were the ones that presented the bigger threat.
Gonzo, it's an adventure for you. There are some fabulous lodges along the Napo and other tributaries in the Amazon Basin. I highly recommend it.
And I thought the automobile was intimidating - the actual jaguar sounds a lot scarier.
Bill, there was a lot of distance between our motorized canoe put-putting in the Napo River and the "dark figure swimming in the lagoon." I didn't realize how scary it was until I read what I wrote with fresh eyes! When we were in the midst of the jungle our concentration was more on our footing and giving space to the poisonous plants. Most wild animals prefer to avoid humans - anacondas and jaguars included. Thank goodness!