The kayak descent of the “Golden Serpent” with the support of the Maranon Experience team was fantastic in every respect: well-maintained equipment, clear and precise instructions for tackling the most challenging rapids, short treks to discover the natural beauty along the route, lunches prepared by the rural communities living along the river, and encounters with local people who make their living from agriculture and gold prospecting.
The evening camps were another highlight, with dinners prepared by Luigi and his team, who did an excellent job of satisfying the not-so-easy tastes of us Italians.
It was a true adventure into the wilderness which, according to those who have experienced both, has nothing to envy the famous descent of the Grand Canyon.