Philosophy
Jacques and Cristina van Egeraat started the “Amazonat Project” 10 years ago.  It has grown over the years to include a reserve of over 10,000 hectares (25,000 acres) with a Jungle Lodge, River Lodge and Jungle Survival Camp.  Jacques and Cristina’s dream is to do their part in preserving this beautiful and important part of the world.  By making it accessible to visitors, showing and teaching them about the Amazon rainforest and the delicate balance of its many ecosystems, they hope to raise awareness of the importance of preserving this unique and wonderful asset.  Through ecotourism they are also able to provide local communities with an alternate way to make a living other than from cutting the rainforest for farming or logging, while also developing their appreciation and understanding of the importance of conserving their surroundings.