Voices of the Jungle.
This is where we share real stories from the field — featuring certified jungle guides, Indigenous knowledge holders, expedition leaders, and professionals working deep in wild environments. From cinematic shoots to conservation missions, each post highlights the people, skills, and cultural connections that define life and work in our world’s jungles. Whether you're a fellow guide, an aspiring adventurer, or simply jungle-curious, you’ll find inspiration, insight, and a deeper appreciation for the voices behind the vines.
Into the Congo: with Alex Bigwood
This week, we sat down with Alex Bigwood, Managing Director of Jungle Guides International, to talk about one of his most intense and inspiring expeditions to date—deep in the heart of the Congo Basin, supporting the Disney+ production Queens.
The Invisible Leader: Manage Risk Without Saying a Word
In the world of jungle expeditions, leadership doesn't always come with a whistle or a radio. It often comes in the form of a subtle nod, a deliberate step, or the simple act of remaining calm when everything else isn’t. True jungle leadership isn’t loud — it’s quiet competence.
How Jungle Guides International Is Changing the Narrative.
In this article, we discuss who we are, our mission and what we are working to achieve, for you!
Jungle Guide Training: Chagres National Park, Panama
This week, we're excited to share a firsthand account from one of our own students, detailing their experiences during one of our immersive jungle courses. It's a compelling read that highlights the transformative power of stepping into the wild.
Behind the Lens: Inside the Jungle
This week, we sat down with Max Kölbl, a wildlife cinematographer from Germany whose work has taken him deep into some of the most remote jungles on Earth.
Jungle Calling: A guides story
We sit down with Professional Jungle Guide César Augusto González (César) of Panama to explore the path that led him deep into the heart of one of the world’s most biodiverse environments.