Memories

One of my favourite experiences on this GVI Amazon adventure was when I went to this sand bar in the middle of the River Napo near Hector´s Island (Sumak Allpa). We arrived by canoe and shortly after that I found myself wandering off away from the group. I soon made it to the far end of the sand bar. The water was extremely shallow and nice and cool. Lying down in it was completely refreshing. To the west there appeared to be a second sand bar, and I made it a mission to explore it. After a good 20 minutes of wading I made it across to the new island. It was absolutely quiet and peaceful. I could see the rest of the gang off in the distance having fun, but nothing truly compares to climbing your own island.

Jesse Hay – GVI Amazon volunteer, Jan-Mar 2011

Memories