Private Active 4 Day Amazon Adventure
Discover the lush Amazon basin, one of the most biodiverse and untouched places on earth! Join in on this expedition filled with everything you could ask for in an Activexpedition. Hike winding trails; paddle over the calm water between towering canyon walls; search for wildlife and immerse yourself into the local culture taking part in daily activities with real local families. Accommodation is provided at charming eco-lodges and homestay.
ItineraryDay 1: Canyon ExplorationStop At: Jondachi River, Cesar Augusto Rueda & Av. 15 de Noviembre Front Ministerio de Turismo, Tena 150150 Ecuador
Through towering mountains and endless seas of green we start our adventure by driving across the eastern Andean range at 13.000 feet. This scenic drive takes us through a panorama of rolling hills and volcanoes on a clear day, but even on a cloudy one we are gifted by views of hidden falls. Upon entering the Amazon basin, we will get ready to enter the canyon and have fun exploring through towering walls of smoothed rocked and green tree cover. Afterwards we will head to the lodge.
Duration: 6 hours
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Accommodation included: Huasquila Lodge
Day 2: Kayak The Arajuno RiverStop At: Napo Province, Napo Province
We are greeted early by the song of birds as we enjoy a delicious breakfast traveling for one hour by car to the Arajuno river. This is considered a class I river--Calm and perfect for leisurely kayaking as the river is shallow with few rapids.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Rio Arajuno, Ecuador
Along the river we will be on search for river otters and colorful birds. A pit stop takes us to refuel our energy with a visit on the side of the river to a local indigenous community. They will teach us about their culture, and we will enjoy some of the local gastronomy. Afterwards we continue paddling down the river until we reach a bridge where our driver will be waiting for us to take us back to the lodge.
Duration: 4 hours
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Accommodation included: Huasquila Lodge
Day 3: Swimming In Natural Lagoons And Canyoning In The LlanganatesStop At: Llanganates, Tena, Ecuador
Today we find ourselves daring to go deeper into the jungle! A fun start to the day takes us to a local swimming hole comprised of natural lagoons where we can swim and cliff jump. After starting the day off right with some fun in the jungle we will continue at the same pace towards our homestay. Our kichwa family awaits us with a very tasty lunch followed by an afternoon of canyoning. Scramble over river rocks, up waterfalls and through the enchanting forest where our energies will be cleaned, and souls revived on this exhilarating adventure. We end our day with a sweet treat making chocolate fondue out of local cacao as part our traditional dinner, a real opportunity to immerse ourselves and feel one with the culture.
Duration: 8 hours
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Accommodation included: Basic Lodge !
Day 4: Rafting And Hot SpringsStop At: Jatunyacu River, Cesar Augusto rueda y 15 de Noviembre In fron of the Ministerio de Turismo, Tena 150150 Ecuador
Day four brings us to one of the most action-packed days of our expedition as paddle down the Jatunyacu River. This river is a class lll sourcing from the Llanganates Mountains. Legend says there is a hidden Incan treasure in this area and although many explorers venture in trying to find it, it has yet to have been found. A yummy picnic will be served on the river’s bank and then we will drive for two hours to the hot springs, where you can soak in the volcanic pools to recover from all the exercise done in the past days. You will arrive back to Quito in the late afternoon.
Duration: 4 hours
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No accommodation included on this day.
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infant seats available"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"A current valid passport is required on the day of travel"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Hora de Inicio:
08:30 AM
Duración: 4 Days
Lugar de comienzo: Traveler pickup is offered
Your guide will meet you at the lobby of your hotel, he/she will be wearing a Uniform of ACTIVEXPEDITION.
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
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