Camping in the Mexican Jungle

Never in my life did I think I’d be spending a week camping in the Mexican Calakmul jungle, let alone fleeing the extremities of the heat and mosquitos. Yet against all odds, I found myself here, having the time of my life exploring the vast variety of animals and tree species alongside the amazing, skilled professional scientists. From howler and spider monkeys to terrapins, snakes and frogs, I’ve seen it all!

Photo by Andy Clark

It’s so humbling to be in my position and have this once in a lifetime opportunity to explore and study the jungle. We’ve been inspecting and identifying animal tracks, observing the differences in the trees over the years, and even going on herp walks to catch and study the animals we find along the way.

Through the highs and lows of my week in the jungle I have faced many challenges, but I have learned how to handle them and solve them along the way, with help from my camp mates.

Photo by Pippa Disney-Tozer

Working with the incredible scientists I have discovered a lot about the importance of environmental conservation and through the many surveys, I have come to realise just how dire the consequences of deforestation and climate change are and how they can eventually lead to the demise of our incredible ecosystems and the wildlife within.

This experience was absolutely incredible and has been something I will never forget.

Title photo by Alison Brokaw