Tuesday 2 October 2001

Tuesday 2 October 2001

“A number of the pink river dolphin appeared just before dark – and stayed around all night. These ones were a rich medium pink – quite extraordinary.” – Sir Peter Blake We stopped yesterday afternoon around 4:30 pm and anchored about 100...
Sunday 30 September 2001

Sunday 30 September 2001

“There is a saying here that “man in a hurry has no place in Brazil” – and it is certainly true here where the heat eventually grinds you down.” – Sir Peter Blake It’s Hot. And going to become hotter and more humid as we head further up river....
Friday 28 September 2001

Friday 28 September 2001

“We hope that you will become part of the crew for what should be a very interesting time – but also one that will help highlight the reasons that the Amazon is so important – to all of us.” – Sir Peter Blake Belem. Just inside the mouth...
Sunday 18 March 2001

Sunday 18 March 2001

“To be able to use our new “concept” vessel as an “expo” ship, visiting many ports in the world, being open for tours by people of all ages – particularly school children and decision makers – would generate an involvement with the environment in a very...
Saturday 17 March 2001

Saturday 17 March 2001

“I will remember mostly feelings: strong feelings about pureness, about beauty, about life. Feeling blessed to be one of the few people lucky enough to come to such a special place. And finally the most frightening of all, the feeling of the vulnerability and...