A fantastic journey to another world!
Fernando’s feeling about this tour
This is an active journey to one of the richest and biggest protected reserves in Ecuador, the Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve. This tour has been designed to those who would like to experience a unique immersion in the Amazon Rainforest with tighter budget, but without compromising on comfort.
The adventure starts right in the moment of the transfer. Wheather if you flight or undertake a land transfer the change of scenario is expressed by the local population, setting and of course, temperature.
The Cuyabeno Reserve will allow you to have an unforgettable experience. It is very wet, with many rivers, streams and oxbow lagoons which will allow you to undertake a canoe expedition either during daylight or at night. You could spot pink dolphins, caimans, monkeys, macaws or the hoatzins!
Due to the fixed schedules in Quito’s Airport you may not be able to make it at Cuyabeno’s port on time, therefor an additional overnight in either Francisco de Orellana or Nueva Loja would be necessary. In this program you will be transferred by car.
| Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quito > Francisco de Orellana (El Coca) > Nueva Loja > Amazon Rainforest (Cuyabeno Reserve) | Amazon Rainforest (Cuyabeno Reserve) | Amazon Rainforest (Cuyabeno Reserve) | Amazon Rainforest > Nueva Loja > Francisco de Orellana (El Coca) > Quito |
Tour highlights :
– Semi-private activities in the heart of Amazon Rainforest
– Discovery of a great biodiversity in its natural habitat.
– Visit to an Amazonian indigenous community.
– Charming accommodation in the middle of the forest.
– Superb activities: canoe explorations, hikes, wildlife observation…and more.
Rates/per person:
| 2 People |
|---|
| $745 |
– The rate slightly decreases/increases according to the group size. The prices provided are based on the “Comfort” 3*** category. Let us know if you would like this program in the “Superior” 3/4**** or “Luxe” 4/5***** category. The final cost of this trip depends on the way we personalize it specially for you. The exact price will be provided in your personalized quote when you BOOK THIS TRIP.
Rate Includes
– Accommodation in a charming lodge
– Collective transfer Lago Agrio > Lodge > Lago Agrio ; first bus transfer (1h40) then speed-boat transfer 2h00.
– Private transfer from to and from Lago Agrio. (transfer time, approx. 6h)
– Naturalist guides as indicated in the Guides & Drivers part.
– Meals (3 breakfasts / 3 Lunches / 3 Dinners)
– Raincoat, boots, and lifejacket
Rate Doesn’t include
– Round flight to the Amazon Rainforest (about $240 per/pers).
– Personal expenses (alcoholic drinks, tips…)
– Not indicated individual equipment.
– Not indicated meals.
– Tips.
Explore in more detail :
Day 1 : Quito > Francisco de Orellana (El Coca) > Lago Agrio > Cuyabeno Reserve
You will depart early from your hotel and be transferred to Nueva Loja, this will be a long journey. Once you arrive in Nueva Loja, you will need to take a 2-hour speedboat transfer to reach your charming lodge in the heart of the Amazon Rainforest. After resting, you can explore the surroundings by taking a hike or a canoeing activity.
Meal
L/D
Visit
None
Hike
1-2h00
transport
4h30 - 9H00
Day 2 : Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve
You will enjoy unique activities with your small group, accompanied by your local naturalist guide. Your program will include cultural visits, fantastic canoe expeditions, nocturnal activities, hikes, and observation towers.
Meal
B/L/D
Visit
Yes
Hike
4h00
transport
2h30
Day 2 : Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve
You will enjoy unique activities with your small group, accompanied by your local naturalist guide. Your program will include cultural visits, fantastic canoe expeditions, nocturnal activities, hikes, and observation towers.
Meal
b/l/d
Visit
2h00
Hike
from 1h00 to 4h00
transport
3h30
Day 4 : Cuyabeno > Lago Agrio > Francisco de Orellana (El Coca) > Quito
You will wake up early to participate in one last activity before returning to the lodge for breakfast and getting ready to head back to civilization. After your last canoe ride back to the Cuyabeno entrance, you will get on the car and begin your journey back to the capital, Quito.
Meal
b/l
Visit
None
transport
4h30 - 9H00
B: Breakfast
L: Luch
D: Dinner
«Comfort » Tourist Superior category : charming and comfortable accommodation 3*** category. Clean and offering an adapted-to-European and American customer service.
« Superior » First Class category : charming accommodation 3/4**** category. Top of the range quality infrastructure and personalized service. Spacious and tasteful rooms.
« Luxe » category: top of the range accommodations 4/5***** categoryoffering an irreproachable quality of service. The rooms are luxurious and spacious. .
* Amazon Rainforest:
=> Private Naturalist Guide (From Day 1 to 4) : private transfers, activities, and excursions accompanied by your local English-speaking guide (in groups of max 6 people).
* Transfer From Quito to the Amazon / Amazon to Quito (included):
=> Days 1 & 4 : land transfers to/from the village of Francisco de Orellana. Transfers are private with an English-speaking driver (4×2 Kia Sportage or Hyundai H1 vehicle type, or minibus depending on the group size)
Note : for 4+ people you will be accompanied by an English-speaking guide + a Spanish-speaking driver.
Clothing :
-1 or 2 light walking trousers
-1 or 2 warm walking trousers
-2 Fleece jackets
-1 breathable warm jacket (gore tex type)
-1 waterproof jacket (type kway)
– light t-shirts
– hike shoes
– casual shoes
-1 pair of gloves for high altitude walks
-1 warm hat for high altitude walks
– beach clothing -if necessary-
– cap
Additional :
– water bottle – sunglasses
– solar cream
– hiking bag (between 25 to 45L)
– hike sticks
– camera
– binoculars
– duvet between 0C et -15C (when nights in a refuge or tent are planned)
– headlamp (for nights in tents or shelters)
– No specific physical or technical level is required for this trip. However, Some walks will be planned. They will not be physically hard but you will have to accept to walk 2 to 3 hours straight.
– Transfers and visits times are indicative.
– Foresee between $ 5 and $ 30 per meal not included, per person.
– Tips: we recommend between $ 10 and $ 20 per worked day for a guide, and between $ 5 and $ 10 per worked day for a driver.
– Have a look at our USEFUL INFORMATION page to better prepare your adventure!