Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrival and River Exploration

   • Travel the night before to El Puente Cuyabeno, the entrance to the Cuyabeno Reserve.

   • Meet at the reserve entrance at 11:30 AM.

   • Begin a 3-hour canoe trip down the river, exploring and spotting monkeys, birds, and other wildlife.

   • Have lunch at the lodge and relax.

   • Explore the river and lagoons in the afternoon, continue wildlife spotting, swim, and enjoy the sunset.

   • Embark on a night canoe expedition to search for caimans.

   • Dine at the lodge.

   • Attend an evening lecture by the naturalist guide about Amazon culture, communities, flora, fauna, and conservation.

2. Day 2: Jungle Hiking and Nature Exploration

   • Have breakfast at the lodge.

   • Take a 3-hour guided hike through the primary forest. Learn about medicinal plants, frogs, insects, birds, and other wildlife.

   • Return to camp for lunch and rest for two hours.

   • Prepare and taste coffee and chocolate in a traditional Amazonian way.

   • Explore streams by traditional rowing canoe before dark. Enjoy the sunset by the river. Try to spot pink dolphins if conditions allow.

   • Return to the lodge and prepare for a night walk.

   • Dine at the lodge.

   • Sample traditional Amazonian drinks and enjoy cultural exchange.

3. Day 3: Community Visit and Cultural Experience

   • Have breakfast at the lodge.

   • Visit a local indigenous community guided by a native woman. Learn about the culture, clothing, language, and gastronomy.

   • Participate in preparing lunch with the community members.

   • Meet the community shaman who will explain medicinal plants and perform rituals of the Amazon.

   • Return to the lodge in the afternoon.

   • Attend evening lectures after dinner to deepen knowledge about the rainforest.

4. Day 4: Morning Wildlife Exploration and Departure

   • Wake early for a river excursion to enjoy the sunrise and search for birds.

   • Return to camp for breakfast and organize luggage.

   • Take a 2-hour canoe trip back along the Cuyabeno River, continuing to search for wildlife.

   • Arrive at the reserve entrance around 11:00 AM.

   • Depart from Cuyabeno to return to Quito or your next destination.