FAQ

Is necessary any previous experience?
No, it’s not necessary any previous experience. The most important is the will to learn and the desire to climb. Practically anyone can climb a tree. We teach all the necessary techniques to use the climbing gear, to ascend and rappel in safety.

Is safe to climb?
Tree climbing is a safe activity. All our gear is the best quality, certified either by CE, ANSI or UIAA and many pieces are designed specifically for tree climbing. All the gear is inspected before and after each climb. We keep a record of all our climbs and the ropes use. Every piece of gear can hold more than 2.000Kg (4,500 pounds). How much does a person weight? Every tree we climb is previously inspected and we follow rigid and standard safety protocols for adventure travel in Brazil.

Which Training does Amazon Tree Climbing has?
Our guides are trained by TCI (Tree-Climbers International), certified in “Wilderness First Responder”, aerial rescue, survivency, navigation and other. And many other courses at the environmental and sustainability area. Our guides are multilingual with vast international experience and solid cultural background, between them there are engineers, biologists, reporters...

Where do you climb?
We climb at the Manaus and lower Rio Negro region and on many of our sites the access is only by boat. We also climb on private areas and at jungle lodges. We also have the possibility of climbing wherever we desire, because the techniques we use, we don’t leave anything fixed at the tree, so it give us great mobility and freedom to climb wherever our services are required.

What is necessary to bring?
All the safety and technical gear are provided by ATC. You must climb with a long pair of pants, closed toe shoes and people with long hair must have it tied back during the activities. We also recommend bringing: mosquito repellent, sun screen, a water bottle and a swim suit.

Is it difficult to climb?
The answer to this question is totally individual. No exceptional strength is necessary. Whoever is healthy, active and not overweight is very likely to find the climb easy. People that are overweight or out of shape maybe find it a little more challenging. But do not worry, everyone has its own rhythm and we are not searching for performance, what we look for is a pleasant and joyful experience. And we have a long time to climb and appreciate the Amazonian nature.

Can I climb if I am out of shape?
It’s not necessary to be in shape to climb, but it helps, like on any other physical activity. The tree climbing is an activity where each one has its own rhythm, it is an entertaining and there is also a strengthening of the body.

To which height can I climb?
It depends on each one, the height each one wants to get. At the guided climbs, the highest we are going to get is 46 meters (150 ft.)

What if I am afraid of heights?
No one is forced to climb. There is no pressure, it is not necessary to go higher if the person doesn’t fell comfortable. Many times climber discover that after getting to some point they acclimatize and the fear disappear. By feeling safer and more comfortable with the gear many people overcome their fear, surprising himself with the height reached. The encouragement of the climbing mates also makes the climb much easier.

Is tree climbing competitive?
No. While other sports are very competitive, tree climbing is different, it is a recreational activity for joy and pleasure. No one is running to get to the top first, and there is nowhere to get after the canopy. It is an activity that evaluates the cooperation and teamwork. What we search is to appreciate the nature and also have the opportunity of a personal growth.

What kind of medical limitation should I consider?
Whoever has any medical restriction that can interfere on your condition to climb safely and those who had any back injury or any other serious injuries, such as heart, should consult a doctor before climbing.

Is there an age limit for the practice?
There are climbers with more than 80 years that continue to practice. Much of it depends on the way you think and live. If a person thinks he is too old, is most likely that your body will follow your thoughts.

Feel free to contact us if you have any other question.