Feb 19, 2024
Amazing! - Stepping into the Amazonas region is like stepping into a whole new world where everything revolves around the River. This tour went well beyond our expectations. Puerto Narina is a beautiful town far from Leticia, friendly, clean, and unique as it strongly embraces ecotourism. No motorized vehicles except a few tractors. It is located in an area where there is much to see by boat or on foot such as the many indigenous communities, the Loretoyacu River, and the 3 lakes associated with it. The birding and wildlife viewing is excellent! The 5 day trip is the best as you do and see so much. However, be in good shape for long walks in mud, up and down steep creek banks, crossing streams on boards, and getting in and out of and sitting in small boats in hot and humid conditions. Gato, our guide, was amazing, enthusiastic, and very knowledgeable about the people, the plants, and animals. I highly recommend it!
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Jan 30, 2024
Great Amazon Experience - Logistics to/from Leticia to Puerto Narino were very good. A small hiccup with boat pickup was resolved quickly.
The guides were wonderful. We loved their enthusiasm for the jungle and animals. They got as excited as we did!
The hotel was fine, loved walking 50' to barefoot breakfast. No hot water is a bit unpleasant, but not big deal in the jungle.
It was nice to eat at a variety of restaurants in town.
My son and I would love to return!
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Nov 10, 2023
Oxígeno Amazonas: An Unforgettable Amazon Adventure - Writing this review feels like bidding farewell to a piece of my heart that still lingers in the Amazon. Oxígeno Amazonas provided me with an adventure that transcended my expectations and etched memories I'll forever hold dear.
I anticipated the Amazon to be magical, but what I didn't anticipate was the enchantment found in the harmonious blend of nature and the warmth of the people. The friendliness of the locals seemed in perfect symbiosis with the surrounding nature, creating an atmosphere that was not just welcoming but spiritually uplifting.
In the face of the immense challenges the Amazon is confronting, such as deforestation and drought in Brazil, for instance, this journey became a beacon of hope. Oxígeno Amazonas not only showcased the beauty of the region but also highlighted the resilience of local communities and their commendable efforts in conservation. Witnessing these small yet impactful steps towards preserving the Amazon left me optimistic about the future of this precious ecosystem.
The guides, with their deep knowledge and passion for the region, added an educational layer to the adventure. Their commitment to responsible tourism was evident, fostering a sense of appreciation for the delicate balance between exploration and conservation.
As I reflect on this solo adventure, I'm filled with gratitude for these incredible individuals who, in their unique ways, turned this trip into a shared exploration of the heart. Thank you, Carla, Pedro, Runa, Carlos, and Tan, for being more than guides and companions—you are the soul of the Amazon. Oxígeno Amazonas has played a pivotal role in revealing the beauty, challenges, and promise of this extraordinary region. As I reluctantly say goodbye to this chapter of my life, I carry with me not just memories of breathtaking landscapes but also a renewed hope for the Amazon's future. I hope to return one day.
P.S. For an even more perfect experience, with a bit more time, a night in a local community and an extended walk in the primary forest would have been truly amazing.
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Nov 5, 2023
The best way to experience Amazonas! - The reason we booked with Oxigeno was all the fantastic reviews that have received and it was definitely true! We had a wonderful time, meeting Cali and Karla was like visiting old friends, they go out of the way to make sure you have the best of time! Highly recommended!
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Oct 16, 2023
An amazing experience - Had an incredible time. Cielo, Pedro, and Carmen were so nice and helpful. I made a lot of changes to my trio and made sure everything went smoothly. I got to see all kinds of great things, and this was really an amazing experience.
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Sep 22, 2023
Once in lifetime experience. Highly recommended =) - What can I say, it was all in all a once in lifetime experience. I had originally booked the 5 day 4 night tour and was lucky that another lady from Portugal joined the tour in the same period. So we were the most time 4 people. Starting with the organization of Karla, her husband Cali and sugar sweet daughter who were waiting for us in Porto Narino at the restaurant upon arrival. It felt like family right away. So warm, friendly and nice. Before that, we were picked up from the hostel in Leticia by amigo Guillermo and escorted to the port of Leticia.
Many, many thanks go especially to Pedro our local guide who accompanied us the whole 5 days through the Amazon and always very calm, factual and excellent guided us through the Amazon with lots of information about the place, the animals and plants. Pedro simply best parcero :) But what would the whole trip only without Runa, our translator. I can imagine by far no better translator, her whole person so open-minded, full of joie de vivre and positive energy have made the Amazon tour perfect. Always an open ear, a passion for photo shooting and graffiti, knowing and greeting everyone in Porto Narino. Simply Perfect. Thanks also to Carlos our local guide on the first evening during the night tour. The amigo is a walking encyclopedia with so much knowledge that you can only marvel. The whole Amazon tour was then topped by a surprise party for me on the last night, organized by the whole crew. Many, many thanks again for that. This story is already going down in the history books. You guys are simply the best! I am just over happy that I booked the tour and would do it again anytime without any hesitation. I can only highly recommend the tour. It is directly like a family. Thank you so much!
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Aug 20, 2023
A worry-free, great adventure - What a great time, and a great adventure. Everything about the tour was terrific.
The various jungle hikes were exciting and informative. A highlight for me was the night sleeping in the jungle. This included a nighttime hike through the jungle led by an indigenous shaman who seemed to know everything about the jungle. Other activities were also fun, particularly fishing for Piraña.
And they made having such an adventure easy, taking any uncertainties or worries out of the process. I was picked up at the airport when I arrived and dropped off when I left. The guide and translator were friendly, and happy to accommodate anything i needed. They picked me up at the hotel for each activity and dropped me off after each activity. Hotel rooms were clean, comfortable and air conditioned. The town of Puerto Narino was clean and safe and the people were very friendly.
I highly, highly recommend giving yourself this experience.
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Jun 13, 2023
Perfect Amazon tour, we loved it, muy chimba! - Could not have asked for a better tour operator, we loved Oxígeno Amazonas, Karla and Darwis are super nice, accommodating and always go the extra mile to make sure we are comfortable and happy. Everything they organised was perfect from hotel rooms, food, tours. We absolutely recommend this tour operator and a big plus is that they really focus on helping the Amazon community.
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Apr 15, 2023
The Best of the Colombian Amazon! - We had an incredible experience with Oxigenios Amazona! Carla and Darwis made sure that every activity was planned and handled with care. They used all local vendors, all of which were excellent. We had a local Ticuna translator (Spanish/English) who was very knowledgable and translated with ease. We were able to do a large variety of activities each day, from visiting several indigenous villages to kayaking through the flooded forests. Darwis and our translator, Damien, were always with us, from breakfast to dinner and made us feel comfortable on our private tour. We saw lots of different animals, birds and plants, including pink dolphins, sloths, monkeys, tarantulas, and the gigantic piraruku fish. We got to spend a night in an open-air screened jungle cabin surrounded by stars and the sounds of the jungle. Our lodging in Puerto Narino was at a great new hotel, Wikungo Hotel, which was clean, comfortable, and had all of the necessities needed after a long day exploring. The staff there were friendly and helpful. Everyone we met was extremely friendly, caring, and our trip was wonderful. We have tried to come up with some bad parts of our experience or ways it could have been improved, but we cannot think of anything. After speaking with other tourists through different companies, we are confident that Oxigenio Amazonas is the best experience to be had!
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Apr 9, 2023
10/10 bucket list trip to the amazon - Our tour with Cali (guide), Paloma (translator) & Karla (admin/organiser) was unbeatable. My parents (~60 years old) and I (25 years old) had a trip of a lifetime on this tour. We saw many insects, caiman, grey and pink dolphin, macaws, capybaras, sloths and much much more. This tour included a range of activities and accomodation. Our first night sleep in the jungle was a highlight along with our trip to the Peruvian community to spot sloths, caiman and fish for piranhas. Cali & Karla were very accomodating ensuring that the trip included everything we wanted to do and modifying to add or change anything we wanted. After 5 days together we are sad to be leaving but are so thankful to have got the most out of the Amazon with the most fun & caring tour guides! I will be recommending this tour to anyone wishing to go to the Amazon.
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