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Rafting in the Amazon region (continued 2)

This rapid is too tough for rafting, but the kayaker is still capable to do it.

Floating the empty raft down through this rapid.

Another rapid that we could not do.

Lunch 

This is a very difficult one.  Our raft got stuck in the middle of the river.  We tried many different way but could not move.  Eventually we have to leave it and pull it using a rope.  It took 3 guys to pull it through!

 

 

 

 

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  • Rafting in the Amazon jungle

    Class 4 river, very challenging.  Very exiting experience!

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    • Rafting in the Amazon region (continued 1)

      The starting point of our rafting trip

      descending the raft from the bridge.

      Rapids in the river

      Our raft capsized in a rapid, all 4 people were thrown into the river.  This is after we finally reversed the raft.  All bags were displaced.  Luckily we didn't lose any bag.

      This spider is bigger than a palm.

       

       

    • Rafting in the Amazon region (continued 2)

      This rapid is too tough for rafting, but the kayaker is still capable to do it.

      Floating the empty raft down through this rapid.

      Another rapid that we could not do.

      Lunch 

      This is a very difficult one.  Our raft got stuck in the middle of the river.  We tried many different way but could not move.  Eventually we have to leave it and pull it using a rope.  It took 3 guys to pull it through!

       

       

       

       

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    • What a great adventure!

      Challenging and yet lots of fun. Every time I look at these pics, I can smell the jungle, its trees, water, mountains and those beautiful plants which I don’t even know the names. For anyone who wants to indulge with nature, this is your best bet!

      That thing on the last two pictures, is that a worm/or local food? I suppose you probably ate it anyway after exhausted yourself rafting. smiley

      • It's a kind of caterpillar, local people have it. It's quite expensive though-$1.50 for 3! The taste is good, something similar to shrimp. :)
        • I’m still laughing while writing this, no offense at all, I think it’s the way you put it - hilarious.
          • That was when we finished the rafting trip, on the way back, they stopped at this market place. A good treat after 2 days in the jungle. :)
            • Not sure if that’s your first time eating bugs, it’s always good to try something new though.

              I guess it’s well worth it as it tastes like shrimp as you mentioned. smiley There are already 2 billion people worldwide who routinely eat insects, even U.N. encourage eating insects. Only in Western countries does the practice retain a tough sell.

              • Agree. I remember reading similar article. It said that it's more efficient to obtain same amount of protein by raising edible bugs.