Wildlife Safari
Travel Blogging
Cultural Portrait
Creative Nomad Retreat
Connect with content creators & creative nomads in the heart of the Amazon!
Why Creative Nomad Retreat?
You will go on a story hunting adventure and get the opportunity to connect with a like-minded community of creatives.
Learn the art of story hunting, travel writing, safari videography, cultural photography, how to build a travel blog, gain traffic, and scale or start an online business during our 45 minutes workshops.
Explore the Amazon River while creating stories for your travel blog, YouTube channel or social media. Our experts will guide you how to shoot the best content in an ethical way and how you can collaborate with eco-lodges and remote retreats.
Let’s meet up for a call!
Apply to join the Creative Nomad Retreat and connect with fellow travel bloggers, content creators, and YouTubers.
Igor Kondrat
(Travel journalist)
I will be your story hunting guide to help you out find the best stories, prepare for your expedition and learn content creation skills during the daily workshops. The Milia Amazon lodge staff will take care of your Amazon Cuisine Nutrition, Daily expeditions, safety, and comfort so you can return back to a clean, safe, and comfortable environment to be able to write your travel blog posts or edit your videos.
Day 1: Welcome in Iquitos
Private taxi service from the airport or hotel, transfer to the Nanay port. Meet Eliot, your guide and local hunter. In a motorized riverboat the journey takes around 1 hour to the Milia Amazon Lodge.
You get a refreshing welcome drink and tour around the area. Explore the lodge, swim in the pool or relax in your accommodation. We will have diner in the evening and Amazon folklore storytelling around the camp fire to talk about the art of story hunting.
Day 2: Amazon River Dolphin Safari
Breakfast (7 – 8 am): Workshop: “How to shoot wildlife photography from a distance?“
Grey and Pink Dolphins live in the Amazon River. Many locals believe they have special powers. Prepare your long lens camera or mobile phone to catch the right shot.
Lunch (12 – 13 pm): Relax
After that we go to a safe spot so you can take a bath in the river. We will teach you how to use a kano and GoPro for adventure videos and pictures. In the afternoon you will explore the Fundo del Pedrito to see rescued animals and learn more about wildlife.
Diner (6 – 7 pm) Workshop: “How to edit YouTube videos and Reels?”
April 20, 2024
Day 3: Expedition to the Kukamas tribe.
Breakfast (7 – 8 am) Workshop: “Etiquette and cultural photography”.
We will get invited by a tribe chief to visit a local community. You will get the chance to practise ethical portrait photography, and explore handmade art.
Lunch (12 – 1 pm) Relax & refresh
Later we will visit the museum Chuluchaqui to learn about the Amazon culture, and natural medicine like Ayahuasca, Rapé, and San Pedro ceremony.
Diner (6 – 7 pm) Workshop: “How to write an article for a travel magazine?“
Day 4: Monkey island & night tour
Breakfast (7 – 8 am) Workshop: How to interview and collaborate with tourism brands?
During the day we will visit the Monkey Island to learn about animal trafficking and rescue centers. You will also learn about what animals eat in the Amazon jungle and the dangers they encounter.
Lunch (12:00 – 1 pm) Relax & Refresh
We will go on an adventure to learn more about medicinal plants, meditation, mindfulness and Amazon spirtual ceremonies.
Diner (7 – 8 pm) Workshop: How to use a GoPro with light and take Macro Pictures in the night?
After dark we will go to spot different species of frogs, insects, natural medicine, and the famous tarantula spider.
January 15, 2024
Day 5: Fishing excursion and Amazon cuisine
Breakfast (7 – 8 pm) Workshop: “Travel Food Photography & Reels”
After many days of exploration we will go on a relaxing fishing trip. After that you will learn how to prepare Amazonian Cuisine.
Lunch (12 – 1pm) Amazon Cuisine outdoor cooking classes
We take two boats and you will feel like a celebrity while having a picnic and wine in a small boat. You will get a photo shoot from another boat.
Diner: (7 – 8 pm) Workshop: How to model for tourism brands?
January 15, 2024
Day 6: Farewell and back to home
Breakfast: (7- 8 pm) Workshop: “How to collaborate with eco-lodges & remote retreats?”
The last day you will have tranquilo time to pack everything and prepare for the journey back to Iquitos. We will visit a mirador (viewpoint landscape photography) under way and the Giant Mystical Tree.
At the and we will explore the famous Belen Market with tropical fruits, exotic animals, and authentic souvenirs. We will teach you undercover travel journalism and safety of vlogging outdoor. After that you get dropped of in your hotel or Airport.
Testimonials
The Story Hunting Tours and content creation workshops were so cool. I could learn a lot about how to start a travel blog, collaborate with tourism brands, learn about online business, and connect with like-minded content creators.
The Milia Amazon Lodge experience was magical! We saw so many wild animals and could learn taking stunning pictures and videos. We also got the opportunity to have a photoshoot picnic in the middle of the Amazon River and explore Amazon art from a local indigenous tribe.
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FAQ
How to get to Iquitos?
You can find flight tickets on Skyscanner to go to Lima. From Madrid (Europe) are usually the cheapest flight tickets. You can also fly directly from Frankfurt, Amsterdam, Warsaw and other big cities. The immigration is very relaxed. It’s important to have a passport, travel insurance, and a return ticket. You can stay in Lima in Naia (private and dorm rooms with airport pickup), relax for 1 day and try Peruvian cuisine. From the capital you can take budget airlines like Latam, Sky, Star, and JetSmart Peru. We will wait for you on the Airport and bring you to the Amazon lodge.
What to pack to Amazon Jungle?
✅ Lightweight, breathable clothing – Long-sleeved shirts & pants (quick-dry, moisture-wicking)
✅ Waterproof jacket or poncho – Sudden downpours are common
✅ Hat or cap + sunscreen – Sun & rain protection
✅ Bandana & Mosquito Spray (DEET 50%) – Protects from dust, sweat, and insects
✅ Swimsuit & water shoes – For river swims or lodge pools
✅ Hiking boots – Waterproof & ankle support for jungle treks
✅ Sandals or flip-flops – For walking around lodges, boats, or showers
✅ Snacks (high-energy bars, nuts, dried fruit)
✅ Small towel or quick-dry travel towel
✅ Daypack – Waterproof or with a rain cover
✅ Dry bags or Ziploc bags – Protect electronics & documents
✅ Headlamp + extra batteries – Essential for nighttime activities
✅ Binoculars – Wildlife spotting
✅ Camera + waterproof case – Jungle photography
✅ Power bank – Limited electricity in remote lodges
✅ Notebook & pen – For journaling wildlife experiences
Is the Amazon jungle safe?
No it’s not. You have wildlife animals in the jungle, poisonous plants, still uncontacted tribes, dangerous river currents, and rapid changing micro climates. However don’t worry. We know where it’s safe and where it’s not. You will always have a guide with you during the expedition and a team for support. The Milia Amazon Lodge take scare of your safety so you don’t need to worry about it. However most important is that you use sunblock, mosquito spray after dark and in the morning. Also don’t forget to hydrate yourself and try to avoid reckless behaviour. Always listen to the guides. They know the jungle.
What is included in the price?
The Milia Amazon Lodge will provide you 5 x breakfast, lunch, and diner based on Amazon Jungle Cuisine. You can let them know in advance if you are vegan, vegeterian or have any food allergies or specific requests. Also, all the tours are included with the entrance fees as well. So you don’t need to worry about extra costs or tipping. Sometimes it’s good to have some cash on you for souvenirs, and extra snacks. Only when visiting a local tribe it’s polite to buy something small from them. It’s not obligated. We have also camera gear but it’s recommended to take your gear as well for your best pictures and videos.
Certificate
Your travel guide Igor Kondrat is certified by National Geographic as a travel journalist and published by Columbus Travel Magazine. He graduated in Social Work and worked with Dara Rehab Thailand, SHOP Foundation, Parnassia Group Netherlands, and collaborated with big brands in the tourism industry like The Student Hotel, Selina, Social Hub, Milia Amazon Lodge. He was mentored by big names like Nomadic Matt & David Farley, also featured in Salty Beach Bums, Adventure IO, and Erico Trips.
