One of the most important components of our expedition in the Upper Amazon in Peru is to learn about, appreciate, and interact with the local people who inhabit this amazing region of our planet. Today we visited the lively Amazonas Community. We were greeted by the locals, who were eager to share their lifestyle and their culture with us. Minga Perú is the nonprofit organization that Lindblad chose as beneficiary of the Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic Fund for the conservation of the Upper Amazon. Minga is a Quechua word that means “collaborative community work.” Our joint dream — which is becoming a reality — is to design a sustainable and equitable future for communities in this part of the world. By empowering local women, Minga Perú seeks to improve the lives of the people in this region. The generous and constant funds that our guests have provided are vital for the well-being of many people in the area.
7/10/2024
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Delfin II
Clavero Lake and Supay Creek
A foggy morning welcomed us to Clavero Lake, an oxbow lake. Pink and gray dolphins were seen at the entrance, providing the best opportunity to practice what our photo instructor Michael Nolan taught us about capturing photos in challenging conditions. It was a nice morning exploring the area and interviewing several fishermen. The communities surrounding the lake rely on sustainable fishing, so they can support their families. They do not catch more than what they need. The lake provides a lot of natural resources that, not only do the inhabitants make good use of, but also the wildlife. For our afternoon exploration, we visited Supay Creek where our guests had the opportunity to explore by kayak and skiffs. Our naturalist sighted different species of birds and mammals. They explained to us the important role that each of these animals have in the trophic chain and the domino effect if one of these animals are eliminated. What a great experience we had today exploring this section of the reserve!
