Rafting the Rapids of Change

This chapter recounts an exhilarating guided rafting tour in the Colombian Amazon, showcasing a region once controlled by FARC guerrillas. It explores the transformative journey of former fighters becoming tour guides while highlighting the complexities of peace and ongoing challenges in rebuilding communities after decades of conflict. The narrative emphasizes the significance of rural tourism in providing new livelihoods, though it acknowledges the persistent issues that accompany the peace process.