VACATIONS

Piranha Ecolodge.

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Cuyabeno Lodge is located on the 1.5 million hectares in the Cuyabeno Reserve with 7 wooden single-family cabins with a thatched roof and 3 superior rooms, main cabin with kitchen, bar, hammock room, gazebo and restaurant.

This ecological lodge is located in the Laguna Grande in the Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve that was established in 1979 and covers more than 650,000 hectares (1.5 million acres) of primary forest in the northeastern part of the Ecuadorian Amazon around the Cuyabeno river.

 

Accessible from the capital of the province of Nueva Loja, during these years the reserve has become an important tourist destination due to its amazing diversity of animals and birds, which includes twelve species of monkeys and more than 600 species of birds.

 

When the Cuyabeno Lodge began operating in 1988, the owners believed that travelers from the rainforest should be accommodated in conditions that were both in harmony with the surroundings and in tune with the needs of the modern visitor.

 

The lodge is certified by the Rainforest Alliance thanks to its sustainable tourism practices and the use of local materials in the construction of the facility. The lodge works closely with the local indigenous community Siona, whose members provide motorized canoe transportation for tours in Cuyabeno.

The rainy season is mid-March to August, when Amazon dolphins and manatees can be seen. The dry season runs from December to early March, sometimes the lake dries which means that the Cuyabeno Lodge is only accessible on foot.

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4 NIGHTS / 5 DAYS

1.- Quito - Lago Agrio - Entrance of the Reserve. After a flight (30 minutes) or a bus trip (8 hours), one day before the tour or during the night we arrive at Lago Agrio, we meet at “Casa de Mi Abuelo”, where you can order your breakfast at an extra cost of 4USD, here the guide will pick you up at 9:30 am, for people traveling by plane they pick them up at the airport. After picking up customers arriving by plane, we will travel by private bus to El Puente, the entrance to the Cuyabeno Reserve. From El Puente we take a canoe trip for 2 hours to 3 hours along the Cuyabeno River to the lodge, where we will have our lunch, followed by a nap before starting the activities. In the afternoon you will visit the Laguna Grande to swim and see the impressive sunset, we conclude the program of the day with an exciting night walk, followed by dinner and a talk given by your guide about the reservation and followed by the program to The next day. Break.

Meals included: Box lunch and dinner.

 

2.- Laguna Grande. After breakfast, we will do a trekking in the primary jungle to learn about medicinal plants, flora and fauna. After eating, you can relax in the river or enjoy a nap in one of our hammocks. Afternoon activities include swimming in the lagoon, and sighting of Caymans. We conclude the night with a magnificent sunset and delicious food.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch and dinner

 

3.- Cuyabeno River. This day we will walk in a different part of the jungle. This includes the opportunity to see the largest trees in the Amazon rainforest and the different ecosystems. We also visit an indigenous community, where our naturalist guide will explain the culture and traditions of the native peoples, here we will prepare traditional food after enjoying a delicious lunch. We conclude the day watching the beautiful sunset in the lagoon and you will have the opportunity to see more wildlife, before having dinner.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch and dinner.

 

4.- Our 4-day program offers the opportunity to paddle in an ecological canoe to experience the life of the jungle.- The itinerary gives you more opportunities to observe more animals that have not been seen before, in addition to having more time to relax.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch and dinner

 

5- The Bridge - Lago Agrio - Quito. We will see the birds and animals in the tranquility of the early morning. After bird watching we will see the sunrise over the jungle canopies. After breakfast, tour the Cuyabeno River to El Puente, taking our last look at the animals of the jungle, flora and fauna. We will arrive at Lago Agrio at 2 in the afternoon, followed by your return flight or by bus.

Meals included: breakfast

 

3 NIGHTS 4 DAYS

1.- Quito - Lago Agrio - Entrance of the Reserve. After a flight (30 minutes) or a bus trip (8 hours), one day before the tour or during the night we arrive at Lago Agrio, we meet at “Casa de Mi Abuelo”, where you can order your breakfast at an extra cost of 4USD, here the guide will pick you up at 9:30 am, for people traveling by plane they pick them up at the airport. After picking up customers arriving by plane, we will travel by private bus to El Puente, the entrance to the Cuyabeno Reserve. From El Puente we take a canoe trip for 2 hours to 3 hours along the Cuyabeno River to the lodge, where we will have our lunch, followed by a nap before starting the activities. In the afternoon you will visit the Laguna Grande to swim and see the impressive sunset, we conclude the program of the day with an exciting night walk, followed by dinner and a talk given by your guide about the reservation and followed by the program to The next day. Break.

Meals included: box lunch, dinner

 

2.- Laguna Grande. After breakfast, we will do a trekking in the primary jungle to learn about medicinal plants, flora and fauna. After eating, you can relax in the river or enjoy a nap in one of our hammocks. Afternoon activities include swimming in the lagoon, and sighting of Caymans. We conclude the night with a magnificent sunset and delicious food.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch and dinner

 

3.- Cuyabeno River. This day we will walk in a different part of the jungle. This includes the opportunity to see the largest trees in the Amazon rainforest and the different ecosystems. We also visit an indigenous community, where our naturalist guide will explain the culture and traditions of the native peoples, here we will prepare traditional food after enjoying a delicious lunch. We conclude the day watching the beautiful sunset in the lagoon and you will have the opportunity to see more wildlife.

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WHAT TO BRING:

Lightweight short or long-sleeved shirts, insect repellent, 2 or more long pants, (not jeans pants), zip-lock bags to keep clothes dry, 2 or more shorts, binoculars (optional), flashlight with extra batteries , socks one pair per day, sunscreen, comfortable walking shoes and sandals, windbreaker or sweater, first aid kit, personal hygiene items (shampoo and biodegradable soap), cap or hat, swimsuit, underwear, glasses of sun, towel, camera, passport copy, small backpack and extra money.

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Tour            Standard / Superior          Flights             Public Bus / Tourist Bus
3 days         230 USD / 280 USD         230USD         24-40 USD
4 days         280 USD / 330 USD         230USD         24-40 USD
5 days         330 USD / 380 USD         230USD         24-40 USD

 

IT INCLUDES:

Bilingual Naturalist Guide
Transportation from Lago Agrio (bus and canoe)
Amazon Jungle Lodge
Meals during the tour
Excursions
Boots and rain ponchos

 

DOES NOT INCLUDE:

Transportation Quito-Lago Agrio- Quito
Entrance to indigenous communities $ 10 dollars
Alcoholic drinks
Meals before and after the tour
Tips