
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
These questions address the most common points of clarification before requesting an expedition.If your question is not answered here, it may be addressed during the review process after your request is submitted.
GENERAL ALIGNMENT
Is this a tour, retreat, or guided adventure?
No.
Amazon Expeditioners does not offer tours, retreats, or recreational adventures.
Our programs are immersive survival and coexistence experiences guided by indigenous Amazonian hunters and structured around discipline, adaptation, and respect for the forest.
If you are seeking comfort, entertainment, or a short-term experience, these programs are not aligned with your expectations.
Do I need prior survival experience?
No formal survival training is required.
However, participants must be physically and mentally prepared for prolonged exposure to jungle conditions, discomfort, uncertainty, and limited external support.
Readiness matters more than experience.
Are these programs suitable for beginners?
Yes — if the participant is serious, adaptable, and humble.
Beginner does not mean unprepared.
Participants must be capable of following instruction, respecting indigenous authority, and adapting to unfamiliar rhythms without resistance.
PROGRAM STRUCTURE & COMMITMENT
What is the difference between “Coexisting with Hunters” and “Becoming a Hunter”?
Coexisting with Hunters focuses on immersion, observation, and adaptation through daily life alongside indigenous hunters.
Becoming a Hunter is a long-form survival apprenticeship focused on skill development, discipline, and progressive responsibility.
One is about presence.
The other is about transformation.
Can I customize the program?
For shared expeditions, no.
Structure, phases, and rhythm are fixed and non-negotiable.
For private expeditions, limited flexibility may be possible, provided it does not compromise:
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Safety
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Indigenous protocols
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Program integrity
All requests are evaluated individually.
How many participants are in each expedition?
Group sizes are intentionally small.
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Coexisting with Hunters → 2–6 participants
Both for Shared or Private Expeditions
This ensures safety, focus, and respect for indigenous hosts.
SAFETY, HEALTH & RESPONSIBILITY
Is this experience safe?
The jungle is not a controlled environment.
Safety is managed through:
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Indigenous expertise
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Experience-based protocols
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Progressive exposure
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Clear behavioral boundaries
However, participants must accept that risk is inherent and cannot be eliminated.
Do I need medical clearance?
Participants must disclose all relevant medical conditions during the request process.
Certain conditions may disqualify participation for safety reasons.
Failure to disclose medical information may result in removal from the program without refund.
Will I have communication access?
Communication is limited.
There is no guaranteed phone or internet access during expeditions.
Emergency communication protocols exist but are used only when necessary.
This is intentional and part of the experience.
LOGISTICS & EXPECTATIONS
Where do expeditions take place?
All programs take place in the Peruvian Amazon, based out of the Loreto region, Iquitos city.
Exact locations vary depending on program type, season, and indigenous community involvement.
What should I bring?
A detailed What to Pack guide is provided after alignment is confirmed.
Participants are expected to arrive properly equipped.
Failure to do so may affect participation or safety.
When should I arrive?
Participants must arrive in Iquitos at least one day before the expedition start date.
Detailed arrival instructions are provided after confirmation.
REQUEST & SELECTION PROCESS
How do I request an expedition?
All participation begins with a Request an Expedition submission.
This includes:
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An intake questionnaire
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Alignment review
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Recommendation of program duration and structure
This process protects participants, guides, and program integrity.
Is acceptance guaranteed?
No.
Participation is selective.
Not all requests are approved.
Alignment matters more than availability.
How far in advance should I apply?
A minimum of 4 weeks’ notice is required.
Longer programs or private expeditions may require additional lead time.
FINAL CLARITY
Is this experience right for me?
If you are seeking:
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Comfort
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Entertainment
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Control
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Quick results
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Personal customization
This experience is not aligned with your needs.
If you are prepared to:
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Slow down
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Adapt
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Listen
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Respect indigenous authority
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Accept discomfort and uncertainty
Then you may proceed to request an expedition.
