The Amazon River can be a rewarding paddling experience well worth the journey and associated costs. However, it can also be a dangerous nightmare if you aren’t prepared. If you are considering a trip to the Amazon and love paddling, then make sure you keep reading. Below is a list of important safety measures everyone should take before grabbing a paddle and exploring the Amazon in a floating vessel.

Before you get in the water, make sure you have the most important piece of safety gear - a Personal Flotation Device (PFD). Life jackets work only when you wear them, and the law requires you to have one for every person in every boat. Test your knowledge with the Life Jacket Quiz to be sure you know your basics!