Guardianes del Tambopata:

Guardians of Tambopata immerses you in the exciting lives of four brave defenders who fight tirelessly to protect the forests in the buffer zone of the Tambopata National Reserve, the heart of the Peruvian Amazon, located in Madre de Dios. Over five episodes, discover the inspiring stories of these modern-day heroes, who left behind their lives in different corners of Peru to join forces in a common mission: to safeguard this natural paradise from the devastation caused by illegal mining. In each chapter, you will learn about the lives and motivations of these defenders, exploring their origins, their personal sacrifices, and the deep connection they feel with the land and its inhabitants.

This podcast is inspired by the book “Defensores Ambientales: historias de lucha en Madre de Dios” written by Jack Lo. 

Production: Jimena Ledgard and Irazema Vera. 

Graphics: Belén Sampietro