Guardians of the Amazon
Amarakaeri
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Protecting together
The Amazon rainforest is the beating heart of our planet. The Amazon’s health correlates to the health of the rest of the earth. More than 20% of the world’s oxygen is produced in the Amazon, and Amazon rainforest animals make up more than half of the plant, animal, and insect species in the world. This all makes for an ecosystem that is vital to protect, and now more than ever, ecotourism promoted by CrossoverPeru Tours are playing a key role in helping Amazon sustainability continue to thrive.
Damage into Amazon rainforest
The Amazon rainforest regularly faces brutal damage caused by illegal logging and illegal mining. Illegally logged wood from the Amazon is more commonplace than you might think – in fact, odds are pretty high that something you own was made with illegally sourced wood. It’s not uncommon for an illegal logger to mix logs from protected land with legally obtained logs to reduce their chances of being caught.
Another major threat to Amazon sustainability is the epidemic of illegal mining in the rainforest. Illegal miners look for gold, aluminum, titanium, iron, and other materials. This creates major ecological damage for protected areas and communities, and the mercury used in gold mining is especially dangerous – it can leak into local rivers and contaminate the fish and water supply for local indigenous communities.
Ecotourism helps to protect the Amazon rainforest
Enter ecotourism, which plays an important role in helping to promote Amazon social responsibility. CrossoverPeru Tours has prioritized ethical and sustainable travel since our founding in 20216, and we’ve witnessed ecotourism’s evolution into a major industry-wide interest.
The income and job opportunities brought in from eco-resorts and other forms of tourism sustainability in the Amazon can help decrease the need for locals to partake in mining and logging to survive. They also provide incentive for would-be loggers or miners to keep the surrounding rainforest pristine so tourists will continue to visit.
Ecotourism also helps raise worldwide awareness by giving travelers a firsthand introduction the vitality and importance of Amazon sustainability. Once you see such a gorgeous, delicate ecosystem in person, it’s hard to ever forget it – and you’ll feel more empowered than ever to help protect it.
Great places to see in the Amazon Rainforest in Perú
Looking to make a positive difference in the Amazon as an ecotourist? This industry makes a fantastic effort to keep the Amazon safe, and you can be a part of it. Here are some of the best regions to visit within the Amazon.
- The Amarakaeri Communal Reserve (RCA)
- Tambopata National Reserve
support local communities while traveling
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