May 20-29, 2011
starting from Lima
from $3,348 + air
International Expeditions
Imagine exploring Earth’s most diverse ecosystem – the Amazon rainforest – in the company of fellow Buckeyes and friends. Water surges through a corridor of green; verdant forests are freckled with howler monkeys, blue morpho butterflies and hoatzins; and remote villages perch on the mighty river’s edge. The people, wildlife and scenery of the rainforest combine for an ever-changing blend of color and sound— postcards won’t do justice to the Amazon. Join The Ohio State University Alumni Association aboard the 28-guest La Amatista and find yourself enveloped in the sights and sounds of the living rainforest.
ITINERARY 
BROCHURE
ACTIVITY LEVEL Moderate - walking necessary, uneven terrain possible
ALUMNI HOST - To be determined
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Blessing ceremony with local Shaman
- Piranha fishing and pre-dawn birding
- Listen to river dolphins with hydrophones
- Nighttime skiff rides & rainforest walks
- Tour of colonial Lima
INCLUDED FEATURES
- Guided tours & lectures by native naturalists
- Services of experienced expedition leader
- Wildlife excursions on land & by skiff in three different habitats: varzea, igapo and terra firma
- Local village & school visits
- Cooking demonstrations
- Complimentary laundry aboard La Amatista
- Private dayroom until international flight
- Eight nights’ accommodations and 23 meals
- Tips to porters & waiters for included meals
- Arrival & departure transfers
- Complete pre-travel information, including destination handbook and pre-travel booklet, including packing lists, helpful hints, reading list and more
WEB RESOURCES
La Amatista
Expedition Map
International Expeditions Amazon Travel Blog
Peru
Pacaya-Samiria Reserve
All prices are per-person, based on double occupancy. Unless otherwise stated, prices do not include air. Dates, itineraries, and prices are subject to change.
To inquire about this tour, please contact The Ohio State Alumni Tour Office at 614-292-2372 or 800-852-TOUR (8687).