I was floored by the Amazon before I’d even got on the boat. Fluttering around the dock was an enormous cloud of butterflies of every shape and colour. They were everywhere. I’d never experienced so many of them in one place. The mineral-rich mud of the river attracts them in flocks, and I was to discover that it is entirely normal to come across fairytale scenes such as this one when walking through the jungle. The guides were completely unfazed. Only when one of them called me over to the boat did I realise how long I’d been staring.

Our first-ever photo competition has come to an end, and what a journey it has been! We were absolutely blown away by the sheer number and quality of submissions. 

We've had the pleasure of seeing the world through your lenses. From the vibrant wildlife in Costa Rica to the sunrise over Namibia's dunes, or a family picture in Machu Picchu, the diversity of images and destinations made this photo competition so remarkable.

But now, the moment we've all been eagerly awaiting is here (*drum roll*)—the winners have been decided!