Fernando Boza
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07/19/2018
The first segment is a 4-mile ride upstream on the Chagres River on wooden dugout canoes.
Fernando Boza
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07/19/2018
Embera navigator watching for rocks.
Fernando Boza
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07/19/2018
The group disembarks at a sandy spot to begin the hike to the waterfalls.
Fernando Boza
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07/19/2018
The hike to the waterfalls includes stretches walking on the creek, so water shoes or sturdy sandals are recommended.
Fernando Boza
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07/19/2018
Nothing goes to waste in the forest, with dead trees providing the substrate for other species.
Fernando Boza
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07/19/2018
While hiking, keep your eyes and ears open, as there are plenty of birds and other species.
Fernando Boza
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07/19/2018
Embera guide approaching the waterfall.
Fernando Boza
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07/19/2018
The swimming hole at the bottom of the waterfall provides the most welcome relief from the heat and humidity.
Fernando Boza
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07/19/2018
Swimming hole at the bottom of the waterfall.
Fernando Boza
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07/19/2018
Embera guide on the waterfall.
Fernando Boza
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07/19/2018
The Embera use many plants for medicinal purposes. An extract from this particular flower is used by the Embera to help recover from bone and joint injuries.
Fernando Boza
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07/19/2018
With so much water around, parts of the forest are seemingly covered in vegetation.
Fernando Boza
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07/19/2018
Lizard resting on a perch near the Embera village.
Fernando Boza
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07/19/2018
Grey-blue tanager in the forest.
Fernando Boza
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07/19/2018
Arriving at the Embera village.
Fernando Boza
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07/19/2018
Long wooden dugout canoes are the main form of transportation in the Chagres River.
Fernando Boza
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07/19/2018
Embera boy and a sign showing one of the hiking trails in the area.
Fernando Boza
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07/19/2018
Embera girls in the village.
Fernando Boza
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07/19/2018
The chief talking about the Embera's way of life to a group of visitors.
Fernando Boza
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07/19/2018
Embera woman cooking tilapia and plantains.
Fernando Boza
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07/19/2018
Embera elder.
Fernando Boza
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07/19/2018
Delicious plantains and fresh tilapia from the Chagres River.