Yeah, I know – “Getting there is half the fun” seems like a cliche but in this case it’s very true!  The adventure starts when you take the shuttle from Floresta Amazonica to the river where you board a shuttle boat to Cristalino Lodge.

There were a few other people in the boat, one of which appeared to be a guide from a large tour operator as he had an American accent but knew literally every bird flying over head and every bird call.  He was speaking to his group, but when I heard him say “Mealy Parrots” and point overhead even before the boat left the dock, I knew we were in for a treat!

I did my best to grab some photos as the boat traveled down the river but my shots are pretty bad.  At least they may give a hint of what to expect!