The Allpahuayo Mishana Forest Reserve, now extending over 57,000 hectares, was established in 1999 through law (D.S.) Nº 006-99-AG as a national reserve to protect diverse wildlife and unique ecosystems in the Nanay river basin (Napo eco-region). In the 2005 approved categorisation and management plan, livelihood requirements of local communities strongly linked to land entitlements and natural resources management played an essential role. People walking from Yakumamay to the Nanay River follow the Tocón stream, then cut across to reach the communities of Pisco or Anguilla.

Iquitos, Peru is a fascinating city in the heart of the Amazon rainforest. It holds the title of the world's largest city inaccessible by road, reachable only by plane or boat. The city itself is a blend of history and nature, with charming European-influenced buildings from the rubber boom era contrasting with the traditional stilt houses lining the river. It serves as a gateway to the Amazon, with a bustling port and many opportunities for exploring the rainforest's wonders.