Better late than never. A while back, I embarked on an unforgettable journey to Brazil for the Zayed Sustainability Prize. Being thrown into the middle of the Amazon was an experience I never imagined, especially since my only camping adventure was in my momās backyard as a kid!
The trip began with a 14-hour flight from Dubai to São Paulo, followed by a 4-hour flight to Manaus, a 2-hour flight to São Gabriel, and a 6-hour boat ride up the Rio Negro to Içana. There, we met
@edsbrasil_ EDS, an incredible organization providing free healthcare to isolated indigenous communities.
We spent a week filming the amazing work being done and interviewing the inspiring Dr. Ricardo, the founder. It was a privilege to work alongside him, our cinematographer
@jamie.kennerley Jamie, and our on-the-ground producer Tomas
@fixerbrazil Despite the anxiety and braving rain and heat, the experience was fantastic.
The return journey was just as adventurous, with a 6-hour boat ride and a 24-hour ferry back to Manaus. It was a journey Iāll never forget.
A huge thank you to Orca and Aura
@orcaaurafilms for the opportunity, and to the wonderful people at EDS!