Cultural Yasuni Jungle Tour
4 Days Starting and ending in mariscal sucre
Visiting: Parque Nacional Yasuní
Tour operator:
Group Type:
Private
Specialist Group:
18-30 Somethings
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 16
Age range:
8-70
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Meat, Vegans
Tour operated in:
English , SpanishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
From:
$1420
$1261
Operator discount: -$100
Exclusive Tourhub Members Discount: -$59
-11%
NB: Prices correct on 17-May-2024 but subject to change.
Tour Overview
You will be traveling to an amazing location inside Yasuni National Park. Yasuni is the most biodiverse ecosystem on the planet & recommended by National Geographic as one of the top places in the world to visit in 2023! Your stay at the lodge helps the Anangu people to improve their living standards, with better access to healthcare, education & clean energy sources, and at the same time helps them to protect their environment. The National Park is home to a third of all Amazonian mammals, including a staggering 60% of all New World wild cats, 106 reptiles, and 610 species of bird; as well as more than 4000 species of plants.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival To Yasuni National Park Lodge
Location: Parque Nacional Yasuní
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals Included: Dinner
Arriving at the Yasuni National Park Lodge, you have the outstanding chance to step onto the aboriginal territory of the kichwa Añangu community, whose members will welcome you with a traditional and refreshing ice cold “wayusa”, the local hotel manager will give quick instructions and immediately will take you to your comfortable room with views of the rainforest in order to get ready for the first activity in the afternoon.
Hike along “Playas” trail to experience amazon wildlife for the first time in the river islands and shores amidst one of the most biologically diverse places on Earth. Kayaking is also available as an optional activity for around 45 min. to enjoy an overwhelming and colorful sunset in the vastness of Napo River. Then head back to your cabin, rest a little bit and be prepared for a well deserved dinner. After dinner sleep with the relaxing
sounds of the amazon.
Day 2: Parrot Clay Lick - Rainforest Hike
Location: Parque Nacional Yasuní
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Early breakfast and then head in the motor boat to one of the highlights of Yasuni Biosphere Reserve, the parrot clay lick in the riverside of River Napo, bring your binoculars and camera lenses to see flocks of blue-headed, yellow-crowned parrots and even dusky-headed parakeets, from the boat.
Then walk around 30 min, through “pericos” trail to reach the blind in the forest with a direct view of the amazing parakeet clay lick, which brings visitors face to face with up to 11 species of parrots and parakeets (including parrotlets and macaws), sometimes even mammals like howler monkeys, tapir, and peccaries come to this place to drink water and get vital minerals for their body.
We end this morning with a visit to the intercultural interpretation center "Kuri Muyu" which means golden seed in native language, handled by the women of the community also knows as “mamakuna” learn about the kichwa culture, crafts, customs and traditional use of natural resources directly from the people of the aboriginal community.
We return to the center of the community to have lunch at the dining hall and take a break in the lodge before hiking one hour in order to climb up the observation tower reaching 35 meters above the surface with high chances to spot a variety of birds, howler monkeys, squirrel monkeys, toucans, parrots and sloths.
Time for dinner followed by a unique activity at Napo river, onboard the ancestral catamaran to know more about their legends and traditional chants, while women grill some delicious snacks in the fire.
Day 3: Mama Cuna Path - Paddle In Añangu Stream
Location: Parque Nacional Yasuní
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy the sunrise at breakfast, visit the sustainable community projects, talk about the worldview Kichwa Addition to medicinal, and walk on the Mama Cuna road, an excellent opportunity to see more wildlife, ceiba trees, strangler, bamboo cane, vines, and shrubs endemic from Yasuní.
In the afternoon after a delicious local lunch paddle around “Añangu” stream, a black water ecosystem where you can spot monkeys jumping from tree to tree, caiman and sometimes even giant river otters try to
catch fish.
Upon arriving you will have time to settle back and prepare for a traditional typical dinner to taste local flavors of the amazon, such as “maito” which is grilled fish wrapped in a “bijao” leaf and if you have an adventurous palate try the grilled worms of the “chonta” locally known as “chontakuru”.
Day 4: Wayusada Ritual - Return To Civilization
Location: Parque Nacional Yasuní
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
To close with a flourish, take part in the optional “wayusada” ritual, in which at dawn around 4:30 am is the time when the kichwa family shares together the sacred “wayusa” and has been a way to pass their ancient knowledge to the new generations, here you also share traditional chants and have the chance to “interpret dreams” with the wisest “mamakuna” at the community, a mystique experience indeed.
Then head back for breakfast, while our staff picks up your luggage for your return to Coca town, onboard our comfortable motor boats for the last chance to appreciate the Ecuadorian rainforest landscape until you reach “La Mision” river port.
What's Included
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Accommodation
4-Day/3-Night Program at Yasuni Amazon Lodge
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Fully Guided
Community and naturalist bilingual guide
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Meals
Day #1: Lunch - Dinner Day #2: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner Day #3: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner Day #4: Breakfast
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Transport
River transportation to Coca–Lodge – Coca
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Clothes
Impermeable poncho and rubber boots
What's Not Included
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Local Flight Quito - El Coca - Quito.
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Insurance
Travel Insurance (We recommend that you take out travel cancellation and health insurance)
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International Travel
International Flights
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Entry Fee
Añangu Community Entrance Fee
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Other non-specified requirements
Laundry and internet access
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Meals
Other meals and drinks
Mode of Transport
River transportation to Coca–Lodge – Coca
Accommodation
4-Day/3-Night Program at Yasuni Amazon Lodge
Check out our Q&As
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What is the tipping policy?
Tipping is not mandatory; however, if you are satisfied with the service, you can tip up to 10%.
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What is the maximum group size?
The maximum group size is 16 people
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Very good physical condition is required, since you will be doing various activities that require you to be fit
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
It depends on the amount of luggage your international flight permits.
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
No, the transfers are not included.
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes, of course, at the time of the confirmation of the services you will know the name of the hotels that you will have throughout your trip.
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes, we can arrange pre- or post-tour accommodation services in Ecuador.
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes, it is.
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes, there is a supplement for solo travelers in a single cabin.
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
For this trip, a minimum of 2 passengers is required
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
If there is such a probability.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Wi-Fi is available for an additional charge during the time periods determined by the lodge.
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Yes, the entrance fees indicated in the itinerary are included.
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Are flights included in this tour?
No, flights are not included in our rates. You can book on your own or request a quote from us.
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Visa is not required to enter Ecuador, although passengers from some countries may need a visa.
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
The visa is not included in the services.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes, there is some free time for you to enjoy the place on your own.
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
We do not recommend that children under 16 participate in this tour.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, our guides speak English.
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What currencies are required for this tour?
The official currency in Ecuador is the US dollar.
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Company Instant Book
We need to check on the availabilities first
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
The guide will be with you in the different activities in the Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve, according to the itinerary.
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
No vaccine is mandatory for this tour.
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
The lodges are standard category
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
We can arrange it if you do it before the time limit of our cancellation policies, subject to availability.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
No, it is not possible
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
For the past 12 years, Responsible Travel has specialized in creating wonderful memories with our professional and trustworthy providers in every corner of Ecuador. We also collaborate with native communities and local suppliers to ensure that the incoming that comes through responsible travel generates profits for minorities.I am delighted that you are planning to spend your holidays in Ecuador;
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
At your arrival, you must present a COVID-19 vaccinations certificate with at least two doses completed at least 14 days before arrival. This is the only vaccine the government asks as a requirement to enter the territory.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
We operate a “single share” only in cruises options.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
You will receive an Invoice detailing our terms and conditions. a voucher of services that included all the reserved services.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For the past 12 years, we have been operating Ecuador and the Galápagos Islands and recently South America destinations.
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