Haaland, Ryerson, Ødegaard, Nyland, and other players from the Norwegian national football team have become global favorites. Alongside their team, they competed on the pitch to bring the cup home. However, away from the stadiums, Norway steps off the competitive field to join a match in support of cooperation and the conservation of the Peruvian Amazon.
The Match for the Planet
Temperature fluctuations, natural phenomena of increasing intensity, and other factors are all part of climate change—today’s greatest adversary. Therefore, to mitigate the impact of climate change, we must unite under a single banner, as one team. Against this backdrop, the Kingdom of Norway has proven to be a champion of the care and protection of the Peruvian Amazon. Consequently, the Norwegian government is driving the sustainable management of over 208,000 hectares of Amazonian forest.
Furthermore, through the Joint Declaration of Intent (JDI), Norway supports initiatives that promote:
- Community-based forest management.
- Agroforestry systems.
- Forest monitoring and surveillance.
- Effective management of conservation areas.
Action on the Ground
In 2014, the Norwegian and Peruvian governments signed a Joint Declaration of Intent (JDI) with an initial six-year term. Through this agreement, both governments cooperate to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote sustainable development in Peru.
Recognizing that there is no “Planet B,” the Norwegian government views the protection of the Amazon—the “lungs of the world”—as essential. Consequently, it is involved in all three phases of the JDI:
- Phase 1: Preparation.
- Phase 2: Transformation.
- Phase 3: Results-based payment.
Each phase encompasses planning, reporting, the regulatory establishment of key instruments, and more. The initiative is a collaborative effort involving the Peruvian government, Indigenous communities, state institutions, and other stakeholders dedicated to the care and protection of the Peruvian Amazon. Norwegian government support also includes financial backing.
- In 2023, the government of the Kingdom of Norway disbursed over 10 million dollars for multilateral cooperation and the preservation of the Peruvian Amazon.
Similarities between the fjords and the Amazon rainforest
In Norway, the sea, mountains, and glaciers combine to create one of the most spectacular landscapes: the fjords. At first glance, Norway—with its fjords—and Peru—with the Peruvian Amazon—do not appear to have much in common. However, what unites both countries is their possession of breathtaking natural landscapes and natural areas that require protection.
Some of the most famous fjords include:
- The fjords in Bergen.
- Hardanger Fjord and Trolltunga (Troll’s Tongue).
- Sognefjord.
- Lyse Fjord and Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock).
The most famous protected and conservation areas in the Peruvian Amazon are:
- Manu National Park.
- Pacaya Samiria National Reserve.
- Tambopata National Reserve.
From the World Cup to the Peruvian Amazon
The excitement of the World Cup shouldn’t be confined to the United States, North America, and Mexico; you should continue your journey into South America. That is why ecotourism in the Peruvian Amazon has become a must-do experience—especially for travelers from Norway.
Fortunately, if you love adrenaline, adventure, and nature, we have the perfect trip for you. We recommend the following:
- Embark on an unparalleled adventure in the world’s most biodiverse reserve: Manu National Park.
- Go hiking in the Tambopata National Reserve—you can even navigate Lake Sandoval at night!
- Sail the Amazon River in Iquitos—undoubtedly the river with the greatest water volume in the world!
Would you like to combine the Amazon with culture? Then you simply must book our Cusco + Manu package.
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