A jungle environment is one of nature's most diverse and compelling habitats. It's also one of the most dangerous. With a unforgiving landscape characterized by dense, tangled, tropical flora, the jungle is a hot and humid ecosystem occupied by an outstanding variety of wildlife, animals and insects that number some of the most aggressive and venomous on the planet.
Sadly, many jungle zones are also battlegrounds where armed conflict is rife and nefarious activity commonplace, for example illegal logging and drug trafficking.
But exploring these vast, verdant wildernesses can be a hugely rewarding experience. You just need to be aware of the hazards associated with these spectacular, untamed, eco-rich destinations. So, are you ready to step under the canopy?
Click through this gallery and be prepared to travel through some of the most dangerous jungles on the planet.