Shalom Kolontarov, his long hair trailing behind him and eyes filled with determination, guided his friends through the dense jungles of Panama. The lush green canopy enveloped them in an eerie yet enchanting atmosphere. Siobhan Younger, her blonde hair illuminated by dappled sunlight and her blue eyes alert to their surroundings, walked alongside Shalom, sharing in the spirit of adventure that infused their journey.