Cruise Down The Amazon

What it is

The Amazon is the largest rainforest on Earth and the river carries more water than any other.

How to do it

Popular bases are Iquitos in Peru, Manaus in Brazil, Leticia in Colombia and Rurrenabaque in Bolivia, from where river boats and jungle lodges run tours.

Top tip

Check vaccination advice for yellow fever and malaria before you go.

My experience

Ticked off, but the full story is still to be written up.