Fossil Creek Communal Reserve was created in May of 2016 ,it consists of the tribal lands of two native communities, Nuevo Union de Boyador and Roca Eterna. The communities realize their resources need to be managed, noting the scarcity of good forest products during low water season. Local authorities also recognize the importance of tourism for the sustainable development of their district. They
have committed to be good stewards of their land and great hosts to international visitors in a deal designed to impulse the sustainable development of their villages and surrounding areas of the lower Amazon River region of Iquitos, Peru. Perimeter :17km
Area. :1063 Hectares total
Roca :204 Hectares
Boyador :859 Hectares
This reserve sits on the edge of the lowermost Varzea floodplain of the Napo River and extends north east into the terra firme forest . The hills of terra firme belong to a disputed "Pleistocene Glacial Refuge" meaning there has been environmental stability even through worldwide glacial events that would be catastrophic to lesser fortunate fragile ecosystems. The southern edge of the reserve is bordered by aguaje palm swamp forest and a small black water lake aptly named, "Chontilla" ( understory palm blanketed with spines). The wildlife is everywhere, the tracks and trails of tapir or other large mammals abound. There is so much animal activity here, some trails seem like wildlife highways! The valleys bottleneck traffic through the easiest direction so multiple species use the same trails. This is an opportunity for an extreme wildlife adventure. Hike and trek through our trail systems, camp deep in the reserve close to enchanted waterfalls. Sit tight in a blind with your local guide like hunters waiting for the wildlife to pass in your field of view. Soak in the sunrise and sunset from the ridge overlooking the Varzea forest and the Amazon River. Go where very few have ever gone for the experience of a lifetime! Enjoy the solitude of this remote wildlife reserve with the company of one of the most trusted Eco-Tour company in the Peruvian Amazon
Fossil Creek itself is a geomorphic wonder, carved out of a plateau formed by the colliding Nasca and S.A. Tectonic plates
