5 days

About this activity

Day 1: Quito Accommodation Pick-Up & Night Shuttle Transfer to Lago Agrio

Get ready for an adventure. Today you will be picked up from your accommodation and taken to the Quito meeting point and from here you will hop on a night shuttle (approximately 6-8 hours) to the Lago Agrio meeting point. You will leave Quito for Lago Agrio around 11:00-11:15 PM.

Day 2: Shuttle & Canoe Transfer Lago Agrio to Cuyabeno Reserve (L/D)

Today your shuttle from Quito arrives around 6-7 AM to Lago Agrio meeting point. Meet your English-speaking naturalist guide and follow the winding Cuyabeno River for 2 to 4 hours until you reach your jungle lodge. You will spend the night in bungalows with mosquito nets, to the night sounds of the jungle.

Day 3: Activities in the Jungle (B/L/D)

After breakfast you will take a hike in the primary forest for 3 to 4 hours, where your guide will explain to you how the complex tropical ecosystem works. You will be able to learn about medicinal plants and you might see some exotic birds or monkeys. After lunch, there is time for a siesta. In the afternoon you will have a swim in the lagoon and watch the sunset. After dinner you will take a night canoe ride to look for caimans.

Day 4: Activities in the Jungle (B/L/D)

After breakfast you will depart to the Siona Community of Puerto Bolivar, the largest ethnic group in the Reserve. It takes 1 hour navigation downstream to get there. Along the way it will be possible to admire the unique fauna of the Rio Cuyabeno such as: birds, monkeys, snakes, pink dolphins, tortoises and many others.

You will enjoy a full day excursion in the community with lunch included. You will take part in the elaboration of the casabe; local dish made of yucca. A visit to the Shaman is also included. After that we return to the lodge to go for a nocturnal hike through the primary forest in search of insects, spiders, geckos, scorpions, and listen to the night sounds of the jungle. We will have dinner and spend the night at the lodge.

Day 5: Canoe & Shuttle Transfer to Quito via Lago Agrio & Quito Accommodation Drop-Off (B/L)

Today there will be an optional early morning bird watching canoe ride at around 6 o’clock. Then, after breakfast around 9:30 AM, say goodbye to the jungle and take the motorized canoe to head back to the entrance of the Cuyabeno Reserve for lunch. After lunch you will be transferred back to Lago Agrio meeting point making a stop at the airport for passengers that wish to transfer to Quito by plane. You will be at Lago Agrio meeting point around 3PM and from here you will hop on board your transfer back to Quito meeting point, arriving there at night. Once in Quito you will be picked up for a final transfer to your chosen accommodation. Upon arrival to your accommodation your journey comes to an end. We wish you safe travels for your journey ahead.

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Included

Included Transportation:
Quito Accommodation Pick-Up & Drop Off
Overnight Shuttle Quito to Lago Agrio
Round Trip Canoe & Shuttle Transfer Lago Agrio to Cuyabeno Reserve
Shuttle Lago Agrio to Quito
3 Nights Accommodation in Jungle Lodge Dorm, Double or Single Depending on Package
Meals (Vegetarian Option Available): 3B/4L/3D & Water/Juices/Coffee/Tea
Activities as per Itinerary Including:
English Speaking Guides During Tours
Use of Rain Ponchos and Rubber Boots (up to size 45)
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Not included

Flights between Quito and Lago Agrio
Accommodation in Lago Agrio
Other Meals & Drinks (Sodas, Beers & Cuba Libres)
Community Visit & Entry Fee ($8 USD)
Tips for Guides
Travel Insurance
Personal Expenses

Additional

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
This is a flexible programe and the itinerary is subject to change without prior notice. What you do and on each day depends on the weather, your guide and your arrival day.
About the Jungle Lodge: The lodge is located along the Cuyabeno river, 15 minutes down river from the amazing Laguna Grande. During their trip, passengers will have the chance to see a lot of wildlife as well as do tons of activities. The cabañas are built in a traditional, rustic style with thatched-roofs. All the cabañas are lighted naturally with candles to preserve the feeling of being in a remote jungle. Enjoy a cocktail at the bar in the two-story cabaña, or relax with a beer upstairs in the comfortable hammock lounge. Explore the small library with books about the flora and fauna of the Amazon Jungle. The lodge serves a mix of Ecuadorian and international cuisine. Experience rich, tasty plates, yucca (manioc) and other traditional foods of the rainforest, as well as lots of fresh veggies and fruits (especially great for vegetarians). You have the possibility to charge batteries for your cameras.
Original Passport (not a copy), Flashlight /torch with spare batteries (very important), Binoculars (10x40 are best), Hat or cap, Insect repellent, Sunscreen, Long-sleeved cotton shirts, Cotton socks, Sandals or walking shoes, Light wind-breaker and sweater, Swimming suit and towel, One small waterproof daypack, Zip-lock plastic bags, Camera and spare camera batteries, Swiss Army Knife
In the Amazon region the climate is hot and humid with frequent rain showers. The drier months are from October to March. The temperature ranges from 19 to 36° C all throughout the year.
Immunizations are not currently required to visit this area of the Amazon Jungle. It is advisable however to consult your doctor before your trip. We recommend taking preventative measures against malaria and yellow fever. Strong Insect repellent should be acquired before your arrival in the jungle.
Near public transportation
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Please note this is an independent tour, which means you'll enjoy the flexibility of being on your own for most of the trip and will only have a guide for certain experiences along the way.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

Features

Tourism

90%

Cultural

55%

Aquatic

30%

Original

20%

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Amazon 8 Activities

5-Day Cuyabeno Amazon Eco-Lodge Adventure

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