Tena Amazon Eco-Lodge Adventure 4D/3N

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Tena Amazon Eco-Lodge Adventure 4D/3N

4 Days Starting and ending in Quito

Visiting: Amazon Jungle Resort, Quito

Tour operator:

Bamba Travel

Tour code:

50636

Group Type:

Independent

Specialist Group:

18-30 Somethings

Guide Type:

Partially Guided

Physical rating:

Easy

Age range:

18-90

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Please contact Bamba Travel with any specific dietary requirements

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Adventure Tours

From: $978 $932 Travel Club discount: -$46

NB: Prices correct on 19-Sep-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Spend 3 days nestled in an eco lodge and immersed in the wild and natural beauty of the Amazon rainforest, where sustainability is key. Take part in various exciting activities that bring you closer to the rainforest's extraordinary animals and ecosystems, and experience the privilege of getting to know the indigenous Kichwa community.

Highlights

Stay in an eco lodge on the banks of the Arajuno river in the Amazon
Get up close to some of the Amazon rainforest's majestic wildlife
Engage with the local indigenous Kichwa community and partake in traditional customs

Itinerary

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Day 1: Quito - Amazon Jungle, Ecuador

Location: Amazon Jungle Resort

Accommodation: Lodge

Meals Included: Dinner

Quito accommodation pick-up and transfer to eco-lodge (D)

Today, one of our representatives will pick you up at your accommodation and take you to the bus station, once there you’ll be transferred to Tena. After your bus transfer ends, you’ll meet your guide at the Araujo Bridge and you will take a motorized canoe and will travel 20 minutes upstream. On this ride you can appreciate the magic and beauty of the Amazon rainforest driving along a zigzag river that flows in the jungle like a giant snake and is considered the vein system of the Pacha Mama (Mother Earth). Once you arrive at the dock area of the Itamandi Eco Lodge, the manager will greet you with a delicious welcome drink. A short briefing will be held by a naturalist guide with general information about the lodge and the activities. When the sun has set it is possible to do a night walk. On this walk you can listen to nocturnal sounds and look for fishing bats, owls, a variety of insects, tarantulas, frogs and possibly snakes. If the sky is clear, you’ll have the opportunity for some stargazing. Afterwards, dinner is served at the lodge.

Day 2: Amazon Jungle, Ecuador

Location: Amazon Jungle Resort

Accommodation: Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Parrot clay lick, rainforest hike and indigenous community visit (B/L/D)
If the weather permits, you will visit a parrot clay lick early in the morning; clusters of mineral rich mud pools that attract many birds like parrots and parakeets. It’s a truly spectacular sight to watch. Afterwards breakfast will be served at the lodge. After breakfast you will enter the primary and secondary rainforest with a naturalist guide to hike and explore the surroundings. The naturalist guide will teach you about the ecology and flora and fauna of the rainforest. You will observe a great variety of insects, a range of different birds and with some luck reptiles or monkeys. The hike takes about 3 hours. Back at the lodge you will enjoy a delicious lunch and a siesta. In the afternoon you will visit a native Kichwa community. Here you will learn about their way of life and the interaction they have with the forest. Part of the visit to the community involves the demonstration of the preparation of the famous “Chicha”, a fermented yucca drink that has become part of their festivals and daily use. You will take part in the preparation of this beverage and also try some of the local cuisine. At the end of the visit the children of the community will perform a traditional dance and it ́s possible to buy handicrafts made by the indigenous community. At the end of the day there is an optional activity of making artisanal chocolate. Dinner is served at the lodge and afterwards there is time to relax and enjoy the sounds of the jungle.

Day 3: Amazon Jungle, Ecuador

Location: Amazon Jungle Resort

Accommodation: Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Isla Anaconda and indigenous family visit (B/L/D)

After breakfast you will head out to visit “Isla Anaconda”. It takes a 45-minute canoe ride to get here. At the “Isla Anaconda” you can observe the prehistoric bird “́Hoatzin”, woolly monkeys and squirrel monkeys among others. You will visit a family in one of the indigenous communities to learn about their farming habits, medicinal plants, as well as the ancestral way of hunting with blowguns and handmade traps in the forest. After enjoying a delicious box lunch that will be provided by the lodge, you can have an optional visit to Amazoonico (Not included). Amazoonico is a rescue center for animals of the Amazon in Ecuador. Here you can observe a wide variety of monkeys, macaws, ocelots, capybaras, toucans, parrots and much more animals. Afterwards you will return back to the lodge where there is time to relax and enjoy dinner.

Day 4: Amazon Jungle - Quito, Ecuador

Location: Quito

Meals Included: Breakfast

Eco-lodge pick-up, Quito accommodation drop-off (B)
Breakfast is served at the lodge and afterwards it is time to gather your belongings and start the return trip.You will travel back by motorized canoe for 20 minutes to the Arajuno bridge, after which you’ll be transferred to the bus station to catch the next ride to Quito, once there you’ll be taken to you accommodation in Quito so you can rest and prepare yourself to continue your journey!

What's Included

Accommodation

3B in Eco-lodge
Transport

All tour transportation
Pick-up, drop-off; tour transport
Quito accommodation pick-up and drop-off
Meals

3B/2L/3D
Activities

Night walks
Parrot clay lick visit (seasonal)
Isla Anaconda visit
Amazoonico rescue centre tour
Indigenous community visits
Active, wildlife-watching and cultural activities
Guides

The tour does not have a guide

What's Not Included

Personal expenses and gratuities
Meals not specified in the itinerary
Entrance fee to community: 5USD p.p.
Flights
Other activities
Canoe transportation to the lodge

Mode of Transport

All tour transportation is included, with pick-up and drop-off at your Quito accommodation, and transfers via bus and motorized canoe to the eco-lodge.

Accommodation

Stay at an eco-lodge on the banks of the Arajuno river in the Amazon, offering a unique and immersive experience in the heart of the rainforest.

Check out our Q&As

Is transportation provided during the tour?

Yes, all tour transportation is included, with pick-up and drop-off at your Quito accommodation, and transfers via bus and motorized canoe to the eco-lodge.
What activities are included in the tour?

The tour includes night walks, a visit to a parrot clay lick (weather permitting), rainforest hikes, visits to indigenous Kichwa communities, a demonstration of the preparation of 'Chicha', a visit to 'Isla Anaconda', and an optional visit to the Amazoonico rescue center.
What cultural experiences are part of the tour?

You will visit a native Kichwa community where you will learn about their way of life, participate in the preparation of 'Chicha', try local cuisine, and watch a traditional dance performed by the community's children. You will also visit an indigenous family to learn about their farming habits, medicinal plants, and ancestral hunting methods.
Is there an option to visit a rescue center for animals?

Yes, there is an optional visit to Amazoonico, a rescue center for animals of the Amazon in Ecuador, where you can observe a wide variety of animals.
Is there an opportunity to learn about the local flora and fauna?

Yes, during the rainforest hike, a naturalist guide will teach you about the ecology, flora, and fauna of the rainforest. You will observe a variety of insects, birds, reptiles, and possibly monkeys.

What kind of wildlife can I expect to see during the tour?

You can expect to see a variety of wildlife including fishing bats, owls, insects, tarantulas, frogs, possibly snakes, parrots, parakeets, a range of different birds, reptiles, monkeys, the prehistoric bird 'Hoatzin', woolly monkeys, squirrel monkeys, and various animals at the Amazoonico rescue center such as monkeys, macaws, ocelots, capybaras, toucans, and parrots.
What is the accommodation like during the tour?

You will stay at an eco-lodge on the banks of the Arajuno river in the Amazon, offering a unique and immersive experience in the heart of the rainforest.
Are meals included in the tour?

Yes, the tour includes 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 3 dinners.
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.
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.
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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