4 Days Cuyabeno Amazon Jungle with accommodation in Tucan Lodge

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5 days (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Tucan Eco Lodge is one of the newest lodges in the reserve, based down the Cuyabeno river it is around 30 Kilometers downstream from the entrance of the park and reachable by canoe all year long, depending on the season. The Lodge accommodates up to 24 people in two guest huts; divided into 3 cabins and 4 cabins. Each hut houses 2 – 4 people in double or triple bedrooms (as required) each with its private bathroom and shower. Our lodge has a relaxing area with hammocks and a platform where one can watch the river and at the right time of year, you can spot the pink river dolphins. All our guests are assisted by an accredited naturalist guide and licensed canoe driver because we know that a good guide above all is crucial for a good tour.

* On same days there might not be a tourist bus, in that case you'll travel by public bus,(approx 20$)

What's Included

Excursions
Accommodation in double and / or triple room with mosquito nets and a private bathroom
purified water, coffee and tea in the Lodge
Lunch (Optional[3])
Lunch
Excursion gear (raincoat, rubber boots, life jackets)
Dinner (Optional[3])
Dinner
Transportation by Canoe
Breakfast (Optional[3])
Breakfast
In-person guide in English or Spanish
$10 Indian Community Fee
Tips & Souvenirs
Any thing else not mentioned as included
Tourist Bus from Quito to Cuyabeno Reserve 30$ per person(payable in cash on the bus)
Tourist Bus from Cuyabeno Reserve to Quito 30$ per person(payable in cash on the bus)
On same days there might not be a tourist bus, in that case you'll travel by public bus,(approx 20$)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Transportation to the Amazon Jungle of Cuyabeno

    1 stop
  • 1

    We will go by bus to the Cuyabeno Amazon Jungle. it is a 12 hours ride, so we will make a stop or two so you can use the bathroom and get something to drink and eat.

    12 hours • Admission ticket not included
    • Day 2

    Entering The Amazon Jungle Reserve

    1 stop
  • 2

    The adventure begins approximately at around 11pm, 12pm at the entrance to the Cuyabeno reserve, with a canoe trip down the river to our lodge (3 hours exploring the river looking for monkeys, birds, etc.). Lunch and time for relax. In the afternoon you will explore the river and lagoons looking for more wild life, swim and enjoy the sunset. At night you will do a canoe expedition in search of caimans. Dinner. For all our guests interested in knowing more about the amazon rainforest, every evening the naturalist guide will give different lectures like the “Culture and communities, flora, fauna and conservation”.

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Hiking The Amazon Jungle

    1 stop
  • 3

    In the morning after breakfast you will do a hike of about 4 hours in the primary forest accompanied by the naturalist guide who will explain about medicinal plants, frogs, insects, birds, etc. Lunch at the camp and time for relax. In the afternoon you will explore the streams in a traditional rowing canoe to enjoy the uniqueness of nature. You will enjoy the sunset in the river and if conditions permit, you may be able to see pink dolphins. Return to lodge gets ready for the night walk. Dinner. This night you will have the opportunity to know and taste the different traditional drinks of the Amazon.

    9 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 4

    Visit the Indian Community

    1 stop
  • 4

    After a delicious breakfast we will visit the community, there an indigenous woman will guide us through the community, where you will learn about their culture, clothing, language but especially about their gastronomy since with her we will prepare our lunch. In the afternoon the shaman of the community will teach us about medicinal plants and rituals of the Amazon. After this exciting day we return to the lodge, have dinner and relax.

    9 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 5

    Leaving The Cuyabeno Amazon Jungle

    2 stops
  • 5

    Early in the morning you will explore the river in search of birds and to enjoy the sunrise. After this activity you will return to the camp, have breakfast and have time to organize your luggage. Then you will take the canoe back exploring the Cuyabeno river for Approximately 2 hours in search of more fauna until the entrance of the reserve (Approximately 11am), where you will take your transport back to Quito. End of the tour.

    4 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Quito

    We will take the bus back to Quito

    12 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Kajol Lavan Travel

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