A once in a lifetime experience. Operating deep within the Yanomami indigenous territories in the remote Northern Amazon, the Pico da Neblina expedition offers an epic 16-day experience combining unique cultural encounters with the Yanomami people, navigating wild rivers by boat and trekking through pristine rainforest. With what purpose? It gets you to basecamp 1, at the foot of Pico da Neblina: starting point for the challenging ascent up to the 3000m summit of Brazil’s highest peak. The expedition not only delivers an extraordinary and awe-inspiring mountain experience, it’s also a means of finding oneself, of achieving personal goals, of testing one’s limits, and of immersing in raw nature.
The expedition, which has fixed departure dates, is set in the upper reaches of the Rio Negro, in the midst of vast indigenous territories managed by FUNAI, Brazil’s National Indian Foundation. Participants may rest assured that the expedition has been tailored in full partnership with the Yanomami, and part of the expedition proceeds are forwarded to several local community associations. The expedition team comprises small select groups under guidance of highly experienced, English-speaking expedition leaders. Above all, their positive mindset is highly contagious – ensuring everyone feels safe, confident and welcome.
The expedition is designed for those with good physical condition and unimpaired mobility. Ideally, participants have experience in trekking and hiking at higher altitudes. The expedition routine involves early morning rise (and shine!) and hikes on moderate to steep slopes between 6 and 10 hours a day during at least 10 days of the experience. Participants should be prepared for swimming in moderate currents. Yanomami Porters will assist at all times, including transportation of some of the gear during the trek. Staff will be on standby to assist anyone down the mountain in case of inability to reach the summit.
2022 DEPARTURES
March 16-31, 2022 / May 25-June 09 / July 06-21 / September 14-29 / November 16-December 01
GROUP SIZE LIMIT
Group size is limited to 6-10 participants. At extra costs, it is possible to privatize the expedition.