Wanderlust World Wanderlust World The Amazon rainforest (Amazonia) is the largest forest on the planet, covering most of northern South America across nine countries (primarily Brazil). It spans approximately 5.5 million km²—over half of the world's remaining rainforests.
This biodiversity hotspot houses an estimated 10% of all known species, regulates global climate, and stores vast amounts of carbon. Its preservation is critical for planetary ecological stability.