Cuyabeno Amazon Eco-Lodge Adventure 5D/4N
Tour Overview
Embark on a thrilling 5-day, 4-night adventure through the Cuyabeno Amazon Eco-Lodge in Ecuador. Begin your journey in Quito, traveling to the lush Cuyabeno Reserve. Experience the Amazon's wonders with guided canoe rides on the Cuyabeno River, where you'll spot exotic birds and wildlife. Hike through the primary forest, learning about the diverse ecosystem and medicinal plants. Visit the Tarapuy community to discover traditional breadmaking techniques. Enjoy swimming in the lagoon, birdwatching, and nocturnal activities like caiman spotting. Stay at the Jamu Lodge, where you can relax in hammocks and savor delicious meals. This eco-friendly tour includes roundtrip transportation, accommodation, and meals, offering an unforgettable exploration of the Amazon's natural beauty and cultural richness. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Quito - Lago Agrio, Ecuador
Location: Quito, Lago Agrio
Accommodation Name: overnight bus
Transfer to Lago Agrio
Day 2: Lago Agrio - Cuyabeno, Ecuador
Location: Lago Agrio, Cuyabeno, Laguna Grande
Accommodation Name: Jamu Lodge
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Welcome to the Jungle (L/D)
Today you will arrive from Quito by bus to Lago Agrio, then travel to the entrance of Cuyabeno. Here you will have a box lunch. At this point, visitors must register at the office of the Reserve. Here your naturalist guide will give you information about the Reserve, important recommendations and other tips. You will board the canoe and start an exhilarating first ride on the Cuyabeno River. During the canoe ride you will get a first look at the forest and you will see different types of birds such as caciques, orioles and the prehistoric bird Hoatzin. You can also see a variety of monkeys and other jungle animals, depending on weather conditions. You will arrive at the Jamu Lodge in the afternoon. At this time you will have time to settle into your room and relax a little. After a siesta you will leave the lodge to swim in the lagoon and watch a beautiful sunset in the middle of Laguna Grande. You will return to the lodge for dinner and you can finish your first day in the jungle, relaxing in a hammock or enjoying a drink in the bar.
Day 3: Cuyabeno, Ecuador
Location: Cuyabeno
Accommodation Name: Jamu Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Cuyabeno Activities (B/L/D)
After breakfast, you will do a hike of about 3-4 hours through the primary forest, during which the guide will explain about the rainforest and medicinal plants. You can observe large trees like the Ceibo tree or small insects like ants. You will return to camp for lunch, have a break and in the afternoon you will see the beautiful butterflies and swim in the lagoon. When you are lucky, you can see the beautiful pink river dolphins. Enjoy the gorgeous sunset and take in the beauty of the Amazon. Dinner will be served at the restaurant of the lodge. At night you have the option of a nocturnal activity, which will be searching for caimans along the river banks riding with the canoe on the river. Afterwards you will return to the lodge for a relaxing night of sleep, while listening to the sounds of the jungle.
Day 4: Cuyabeno, Ecuador
Location: Cuyabeno
Accommodation Name: Jamu Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visit to Tarapuy community (B/L/D)
After breakfast, you will set off down the river in a canoe, a journey of about an hour to visit a family of the Tarapuy community. You can learn how to prepare Casave (yuca traditional bread). You can assist in the making of Casave and learn to use the materials of the forest to make bread in this way. You will return to the lodge around two o'clock in the afternoon. After lunch it is time for a siesta and relaxing. After dinner you have the option of a nocturnal hike through the primary forest; this hike is focused on observing nocturnal insects such as spiders, geckos or scorpions. It is a perfect way to enjoy the sounds that the Amazon provides.
Day 5: Cuyabeno - Quito, Ecuador
Location: Cuyabeno, Lago Agrio, Quito
Accommodation Name: overnight bus
Meals Included: Breakfast
Bird watching and transfer to Quito (B)
You will get up early and undertake a bird watching excursion before breakfast. After breakfast you take the motorized canoes back to the entrance of the Cuyabeno reserve. On the way back you have a last chance to spot birds and other animals like monkeys and even anacondas. At the entrance of the Cuyabeno reserve you will be picked up by a shared bus who takes you back to Lago Agrio. You will have breakfast and a box lunch when leaving this day. You will return to Quito by bus. Once you arrive in Quito, one of our representatives will pick you up at the bus station and drive you to your accommodation.
What's Included
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Accommodation
4 nights in lodge and overnight bus, 3 nights in Jamu lodge, 1 night in overnight bus.
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Transport
Roundtrip transportation from Lago Agrio to Cuyabeno, transfers by shared shuttle, bus, and boat, and shuttle from Quito to Lago Agrio and back.
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Activities
Includes swimming in the lagoon, guided canoe ride on the Cuyabeno River, 3-4 hour guided jungle hike, night activities from lodge, visit to Tarapuy community and breadmaking, and birdwatching expedition.
What's Not Included
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Flights
Flights are not included in the tour package.
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Meals not specified in the itinerary
Any meals not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
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Other activities
Activities not listed in the itinerary are not included.
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Personal expenses and gratuities
Personal expenses and gratuities are not covered.
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Airport transfers
Transfers to and from the airport are not included.
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Contribution to Indigenous Community
A contribution of 10 USD per person to the Indigenous Community is not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel includes roundtrip transportation from Lago Agrio to Cuyabeno with shared shuttles, buses, and boats, plus transfers from your hotel in Quito to the shuttle meeting point.Accommodation
Enjoy 3 nights at the Jamu Lodge nestled in the heart of the Amazon, offering a unique jungle experience, and 1 night on an overnight bus for a seamless travel adventure.Check out our Q&As
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What kind of wildlife can I expect to see during the tour?
During the tour, you can expect to see a variety of wildlife including different types of birds such as caciques, orioles, and the prehistoric bird Hoatzin. You may also see a variety of monkeys, pink river dolphins, and possibly anacondas, depending on weather conditions.
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What activities are included in the tour?
The tour includes a guided canoe ride on the Cuyabeno River, a 3-4 hour guided jungle hike, swimming in the lagoon, birdwatching expeditions, and a visit to the Tarapuy community where you can learn to make traditional yuca bread. There are also night activities such as searching for caimans and a nocturnal hike to observe insects. ...more ...less
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Will there be opportunities to interact with local communities?
Yes, there is an opportunity to visit a family of the Tarapuy community where you can learn how to prepare Casave, a traditional yuca bread, and learn about their use of forest materials.
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Are meals provided during the tour?
Yes, the tour includes 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 3 dinners.
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Is there a guide provided for the tour?
Yes, an English-speaking guide is provided for some experiences during the tour.
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What is the accommodation like during the tour?
Accommodation includes 3 nights at the Jamu Lodge and 1 night on an overnight bus.
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Is there an age limit?
No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us! If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life! Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller. In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.
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Do I need travel insurance?
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries. Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.
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Cuyabeno Amazon Eco-Lodge Adventure 5D/4N
5 Days Starting and ending in Quito, Ecuador
Visiting: Quito, Lago Agrio, Cuyabeno, Laguna Grande
Tour operator:
Tour code:
58574
Guide Type:
Partially Guided
Group size:
1 - 18
Age range:
18-90
