Amazon Safari Experience Package in Ecuador – 3 Days / 2 Nights

This Amazon safari experience package in Ecuador is designed for travelers seeking close encounters with wildlife, guided exploration, and a deeper understanding of the rainforest ecosystem. Based at Kuyana Amazon Lodge, this 3-day journey combines nature walks, river landscapes, and immersive forest experiences, offering a calm yet enriching way to explore the Ecuadorian Amazon.

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Itinerary

DAY 1 – Welcome to the Rainforest

Dinner included

Arrive at Kuyana Amazon Lodge and enjoy a refreshing welcome drink made from local fruits — a first taste of the forest that will accompany you throughout your stay. After a brief introduction to your itinerary, settle into your room surrounded by trees, birdsong, and the natural calm of the Amazon.

Begin your experience with a guided walk along the Guitarracocha Trail, named after an old Kichwa legend that speaks of soft guitar-like sounds near a hidden lagoon. The trail crosses Kuyana Island, an area rich in native vegetation and wildlife, and leads to the Kuyana Viewpoint, where you can observe the Hollín River, one of the main tributaries of the Napo River, winding through the forest.
(Difficulty: 2.5/5 – approx. 1.5 hours)

After dinner, join a guided night walk to explore the rainforest after sunset. Discover frogs, insects, and the subtle movements of nocturnal life, experiencing the forest in a quieter, more intimate way.
(Difficulty: 2/5 – approx. 1 hour)

DAY 2 – Amazon Canoe Safari & Cultural Discovery

Breakfast, lunch & dinner included

After breakfast, set out on an Amazon canoe safari. Begin with a peaceful ride in a non-motorized canoe across a lagoon, where birds and monkeys are often seen moving through the treetops. Continue along the Napo River in a motorized canoe toward a nearby Kichwa community.

Upon arrival, you’ll be welcomed with a traditional dance and invited to learn about local crafts, daily life, and the community’s deep connection with the land and river.
(Difficulty: 2.5/5 – approx. 6 hours total)

Back at the lodge, enjoy lunch and take part in a traditional Amazon cooking class. Prepare local dishes such as maito (fish cooked in bijao leaves) and chontacuro, followed by a hands-on chocolate-making experience using locally sourced cacao.

As evening arrives, share a relaxed dinner at the lodge, surrounded by the sounds of the forest and the calm that defines life in the Amazon.

DAY 3 – Waterfalls & Planting Your Legacy

Breakfast included

Enjoy a peaceful final breakfast before joining your guide for a walk to the Ushpayacu Waterfalls. This trail follows a series of streams and natural springs within Kuyana’s reserve, offering a final opportunity to observe the forest’s textures, colors, and sounds in perfect balance.
(Difficulty: 3/5 – approx. 3 hours)

Before departure, take part in Kuyana’s Reforestation Project. Plant a native tree and leave a living contribution to the Amazon — a meaningful gesture that connects your journey with the ongoing regeneration of the forest.

    • Accommodation at Kuyana Amazon Lodge, a boutique lodge with personalized service

    • All meals included, from dinner on the first day to breakfast on the last day

    • Daily guided activities as detailed in the itinerary

    • Support from a bilingual local guide throughout your stay

    • Entrance fees to rivers, trails, and natural attractions included in the program

    • Welcome native drink upon arrival

    • Access to lodge facilities: pool, riverside areas, walking trails, and common spaces

    • A tree-planting experience, symbolizing your contribution to regeneration and conservation

  • Transfers: Transportation to and from Kuyana Lodge.
  • Beverages: Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
  • Personal Expenses & Tips
  • Spa Treatments
  • Other Services: Any services not specified in the program.
  • Original Passport or Certificate
  • Fast-Drying Clothes: Bring shirts and shorts, and for evenings and mornings, light-colored, long-sleeved clothing made from quick-drying materials is recommended. Avoid jeans, as the weather is hot, humid, and often wet.
  • Swimwear
  • Footwear: Sneakers, sandals/flip-flops/Crocs, and hiking socks for each day in the rainforest. Also, pack a pair of comfortable walking shoes.
  • Light Jacket: A light windbreaker, sweater, or fleece jacket for cooler evenings.
  • Brimmed Hat: Suitable for both sun and rain.
  • Sunglasses
  • Insect Repellent
  • Sunscreen
  • Flashlight or Headlamp
  • Optional: Binoculars for birdwatching or wildlife spotting.
  • Personal Medications: Bring enough for the duration of your stay.
  • Total Charge: Full deposit amount if the reservation is canceled 0-15 days before the arrival date.
  • Partial Charge: 50% of the deposit if the reservation is canceled 16-29 days before the arrival date.
  • No Charge: Full refund if the reservation is canceled 30-40 days before the arrival date.

Force majeure cancellations apply to reservations affected within 30 days prior to arrival due to natural disasters, pandemics, or other extraordinary emergency situations that prevent the guest from enjoying the experience on the confirmed dates.

In such cases, the reservation may be rescheduled within a period of up to one year, subject to availability and seasonal conditions.

  •  Prices may change without prior notice and are guaranteed only once the reservation is confirmed.
    • All rates are quoted per person.
    • Single travelers are subject to a 30% single supplement based on the total package value.
    • The itinerary may be modified due to force majeure, including exceptional natural or external circumstances beyond our control.
    • Outside food and beverages are not permitted within the lodge premises. A USD 40.00 penalty per person will apply in case of non-compliance.
    • Any services not explicitly detailed in the itinerary are not included and must be paid directly by the guest.