Saturday, December 21, 2013

Many Vacationers Choose Amazon Adventure Tours

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By Katy Parfait


The Amazon basin is a natural world wonder that has captured the attention of individuals of all ages and from all walks of life. It has an unrivaled ecosystem, and each year travelers are surprised at how much they find in this intriguing area of the world. For this reason, Amazon adventure tours are becoming more popular each year among tourists from across the globe.

The Amazon River is massive, equaling Earth's eight largest rivers combined. This makes it approximately twice the size of India. Its basin touches 8 separate countries. This land mass has an effect on the Earth's water supply, air quality and weather.

The quietness and serenity that are hallmark features of the basin hold much appeal to many individuals. Visitors can also observe the remarkable variety of plant life associated with the area, hear and see howler monkeys at play, and breathe air so enriched with oxygen that he or she will likely feel more energetic than ever before.

May and June are the best months to visit the area for a traditional tour. However, some individuals prefer to experience the river when it is at its highest when they can canoe through the silent, flooded forest. The latter experience is unique to the Amazon, and the best times to enjoy such a tour is between February and April. The hottest, and driest months to visit basin are September and November.

When organizing a tour of this type, one can choose from a broad range of options. For instance, an individual can plan a conventional getaway package that includes a three day tour of the basin. A lengthier tour can also be reserved, that does not feature a stay in the resort or hotel. Each option is associated with its own advantages and disadvantages, and for this reason one should consider several packages before finalizing the arrangements.

A riverboat tour is another interesting avenue through which one can experience the Amazon. This venue is unique and pleasant, and provides a great way for visitors to benefit from all the area has to offer. Travelers typically sleep on board, and during the day the riverboat chugs along the route, offering great sightseeing opportunities as the tour progresses. Multiple stopping points are usually part of the route, and excursions of this type typically last 5-10 days.

Sport fishing and tree climbing tours are also popular Amazonian vacations. They can be arranged as day trips or as a component of a boat or lodge tour. These options are great for individuals who enjoy sports and physical activity.

Over the past ten years, another option that has gained significant attention is hiking tours. A hike through the Amazon is an ideal way to fully enjoy the surroundings that make this region unique. Participants on such tours often get the opportunity to converse with local residents and learn more about their native cultures.

Most individuals who indulge in Amazon adventure tours take at least a week for their excursion. Those who have more time to spend should consider dividing their time among various areas of the basin. Such arrangements can be made through a local travel agency or online. Regardless of one's objectives, no one will ever regret of trip to this intriguing part of the world.




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