Any given visit to the many small and medium-sized streams, known locally as “caños,” is simply fascinating! This morning we spotted many colorful bird species. Woodpeckers, tanagers, cotingas, jacamars, and kingfishers. Birds of prey were everywhere along the caño. Later in the afternoon, we had our second skiff ride of the day along Parahuachiro Caño. At sunset, we came back onboard with our minds and spirits filled with all the new adventures and feelings that the Upper Amazon has brought to our lives today.
3/29/2025
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Delfin II
Confluence of the Amazon River, Upper Amazon, Peru
Our day commenced with a visit to the community of Amazonas, and we had the privilege of engaging with Minga Peru, a nonprofit organization founded in 1998 dedicated to promoting sustainable change in remote communities of the Peruvian Amazon. The term “minga” reflects a collective effort for the common good, embodying the organization’s mission to empower indigenous women and families. During our visit we interacted with local women and young adults who shared their experiences of leadership and community development. They demonstrated traditional crafts and discussed initiatives in health, education, and environmental stewardship. In the afternoon, we navigated to the confluence where the Ucayali and Marañón Rivers merge to form the Amazon River, near the town of Nauta . This significant juncture, often referred to as the “Meeting of Waters,” showcases the unique phenomenon where distinct water bodies flow side by side without immediately mixing . Amidst this natural wonder, we raised our glasses in a toast, reflecting on the week’s enriching experiences and the majestic beauty of the Amazon.
