Amazon Basin
The Amazon Basin is defined by scale, distance and water. Journeys here unfold over days and weeks, shaped by vast river systems, dense rainforest and the practical realities of operating in one of the most complex environments on earth.
Our expeditions here are designed for those who want to experience the Amazon properly, travelling deep into remote regions by river and forest with the confidence that access, logistics, local partnerships and risk have all been carefully planned, managed and supported to an exceptional standard.
Jungle expeditions in the amazon
The Amazon Basin is a place of scale, depth and quiet intensity, where journeys unfold along rivers and through dense rainforest, shaped by water, terrain and time rather than fixed routes. Travel here is immersive and deliberate, with days defined by movement through vast natural systems rather than rushing between highlights.
Our expeditions in the Amazon are designed for those who want to experience the region properly, combining river travel, jungle exploration and carefully chosen bases to create journeys that feel purposeful and absorbing. Whether operating from remote lodges, river vessels or temporary camps, each expedition is planned and supported to an exceptional standard, allowing space for both genuine adventure and a high level of comfort where appropriate.
EXPEDITION CONCEPTS IN the amazon
INTERIOR RIVER & RAINFOREST JOURNEY – UPPER RÍO MADRE DE DIOS, PERU
A remote expedition combining river travel and guided rainforest exploration deep in the western Amazon. Days are spent moving by boat between carefully selected access points, with time ashore exploring primary forest, oxbow lakes and wildlife corridors on foot. Evenings are based at remote lodges or temporary river camps, allowing the journey to balance immersion in the jungle with reliable support and comfort in a challenging environment.
REMOTE RAINFOREST BASE & EXPLORATION – RÍO NEGRO REGION, BRAZIL
A fixed-base Amazon expedition designed for depth rather than distance. Operating from a remote jungle lodge or research station, days are spent exploring the surrounding rainforest and river systems on foot and by small boat. This approach allows sustained engagement with the environment, wildlife and local knowledge while returning each evening to a secure base, creating space for recovery, learning and a more measured pace of travel.
RIVER TO FOREST TRAVERSE – TAMSHIYACU–TAHUAYO RESERVE, PERU
An expedition linking river travel with progressive jungle movement through one of the Amazon’s most biodiverse regions. Travel follows a series of interconnected waterways, with guided forest exploration from temporary camps and local lodges along the route. The journey is designed to showcase the relationship between river systems and rainforest, moving steadily while maintaining flexibility, comfort and careful logistical support throughout.
what expeditions here tend to feel like
Although every expedition is bespoke, journeys in the Amazon Basin often share a distinct character shaped by water, forest and time spent deep within the landscape.
Days unfold at a considered pace, with progress shaped by river systems, rainforest terrain and local conditions rather than fixed schedules. Movement is purposeful but unhurried, allowing space to engage fully with the environment, whether travelling through forest, navigating waterways or spending time on foot exploring key areas in depth. Evenings are quieter, focused on recovery, reflection and preparation for what comes next.
Depending on how an expedition is designed, this may include:
• Carefully paced journeys through rainforest and river networks
• A balance of active exploration and logistical support to reach remote areas
• Time based at well chosen lodges, remote camps or a combination of both
• Close collaboration with experienced local teams and guides
• Small groups travelling together with clarity, intent and shared purpose
Some expeditions prioritise immersion and physical challenge. Others use comfort, access and refined accommodation to enable longer journeys or deeper engagement with the region. In every case, the experience is designed so the environment remains central, and decisions are made deliberately to support both safety and depth of experience.
What's always Included
Dedicated UK Based Crux Expeditions Leader
An experienced Crux Expeditions leader is involved from the very first conversation and remains responsible for delivery on the ground. Leadership is continuous and accountable throughout.
End-to-end expedition planning and logistics
Routes, access, permits, accommodation, transport and local support are planned and coordinated in advance, with contingencies built in. Nothing is left to chance or last-minute handover.
Trusted local teams and partners
We work with experienced, fully licensed local guides and operators who we know and trust. They are treated as professional partners and integrated into the expedition team.
Preparation, systems and decision-making frameworks
Expeditions are supported by structured preparation, clear systems and robust decision-making processes designed for remote environments.
UK-based operational oversight
While expeditions are running, our UK operations team provides continuous support, oversight and backup, ensuring leaders are never operating in isolation.
THE WAY WE WORK
We take on a small number of expeditions each year and focus on delivering each one exceptionally well.
Our role is to remove uncertainty from complex journeys. That means taking responsibility early, planning carefully, and making sound decisions as conditions and circumstances evolve. We work calmly and deliberately, allowing expeditions to unfold with purpose rather than urgency.
We are selective about the environments we operate in, the partners we work with and the projects we take on. Expeditions are designed with care, led with confidence and supported quietly in the background so that the experience itself remains the focus.
This approach suits people who value judgement, preparation and discretion, and who want to feel they are in very capable hands.
Who this region suits
The Amazon Basin suits people who are comfortable slowing down and allowing a journey to unfold over time. It appeals to those who value perspective, patience and immersion, and who want to experience vast landscapes alongside the human and cultural systems that exist within them.
It is particularly well suited to:
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Private groups wanting a shared journey shaped by scale, observation and discovery
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Individuals commissioning a personal expedition with cultural, environmental or exploratory focus
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Those who value time, continuity and depth over constant movement
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Teams who trust calm leadership and well judged decision making in remote regions
It works equally well for expeditions where physical challenge and remoteness are central, and for journeys that use river travel, comfortable bases and strong logistical support to enable longer stays and deeper engagement.
begin the conversation
Start designing your Amazonian expedition
Planning a serious expedition starts with a proper conversation.
If you are considering an expedition in this region, we invite you to get in touch and share a little about what you have in mind. This does not need to be fully formed. Many expeditions begin with nothing more than a rough idea or a sense of what you want to experience.
We will take the time to understand your objectives, how you want to travel, and the balance of challenge and support that feels right, before shaping an expedition designed specifically around you.
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If you would rather start the conversation by email, you’re very welcome to contact us at:
If a call would be helpful, we’re happy to arrange one once we understand a little more about what you’re looking for.
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