The Pacaya River, in the heart of the reserve, is one of the most pristine areas in the Upper Amazon. 379 kilometers in length, it is home to such diverse kinds of wildlife as howler monkeys, caimans, and capybaras. To come to the rainforest and have no rain, it is like having not been here! But indeed, we experienced it! Today it rained cats and dogs, and it was a magnificent experience. In addition to seeing wildlife, we had a terrific and fun experience along the river — jungle plunge-swimming, surrounded by pink dolphins in the middle of a blackwater lagoon. The afternoon was very different, as we motored a few hours to visit the Magdalena River; it was sunny, warm, and full of wildlife.
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!
