Guide to the Amazon - Softcover

Harris, Roger; Hutchison, Peter

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1898323712 ISBN 13: 9781898323716

Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides, 1998

Synopsis

The Amazon is one of the most exotic, mythic and famous regions in the world. This guide caters for all types of travellers - those on organized tours, independent seekers of adventure, and those planning an expedition. It is a handbook for people who want to look at the great tropical rainforest before it becomes overrun with tourists. It also provides advice about travelling in the region generally, as well as discussing the people and wildlife and offering practical information on all nine countries in the Amazon Basin.

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Review

'This Bradt guide to the Amazon describes every aspect of travel in this unique South American region. this is an indispensable guide.' Reviewers Bookwatch '[an] all-encompassing guide.' The Independent 'With this book, you'll be able to capture the adventure of Amazonian exploration for yourself.' Wanderlust

From the Back Cover

The world's greatest river flows from its source high in the Peruvian Andes through mountains, cloudforest and lush rainforest to its final destination on Brazil's eastern shores. Long associated with exploration and adventure, the Amazon is also rightly treasured for its biodiversity.
Whether you are taking a leisurely riverboat trip or organizing your own expedition, wish to learn about the area's flora and fauna or the people living along the river's route, this book is invaluable.
This guide includes: all countries of the Amazon Basin and Orinoco; detailed natural history and expanded sections on national parks; revised information on tours, hotels, lodges, restaurants and attractions; towns with the best access to the river; new appendix of internet resources.

Edition details

• Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides
• Publication date: 1998
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1898323712
• ISBN 13: 9781898323716
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 400