Ecuador · Wildlife

3-Day Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve Tour with Pink Dolphins and Caimans

3 Days Round trip from Ecuador Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Enjoy a canoe ride through the Cuyabeno River
  • 02 Discover Laguna Grande, one of the main attractions of Cuyabeno National Park
  • 03 Watch and admire the glorious Amazon birds
  • 04 Swim near the grey and pink dolphins in Laguna Grande
  • 05 Experience a nighttime canoe ride in search of black caimans

Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve is covered by primary lush rainforest and offers a variety of natural habitats rich in diverse flora and fauna. Enjoy activities such as birdwatching, kayaking, caiman watching, dolphin watching, night walks, and jungle hikes while getting closer to nature. Witness amazing sunsets, swim with pink dolphins, and listen to the sounds of animals and birds on this 3-day tour.

Wake up to a fascinating sunrise and the sounds of the jungle - birds flying and chirping around the bungalows, tree frogs singing, and the wind gently flowing through the trees.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Quito, Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve, Nueva Loja
Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Arrival and Amazon Adventure in Cuyabeno

  • Welcome to the Cuyabeno Amazon Rainforest Tour at the meeting point, Planeta Azul Resort in Lago Agrio, where you will enjoy a hearty Ecuadorian breakfast. Guests arriving by plane will be greeted at the airport upon arrival.
  • Travel by van to the entrance of the Cuyabeno Reserve, then continue with a lovely canoe ride along the captivating Cuyabeno River to our Ecolodge.
  • Settle into your cabins and enjoy a fabulous lunch.
  • Spend the afternoon discovering Laguna Grande, one of the main attractions of Cuyabeno National Park. This paradise offers the chance to swim with pink dolphins and witness one of the most stunning sunsets.
  • Day one concludes with a night jungle hike, dinner, and an enlightening talk with our naturalist guides about the animals and environment of this unique jungle ecosystem.
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Day 02

Jungle Trek, Dolphin Encounters, and Night Canoeing

  • Wake up to a fascinating sunrise and the sounds of the jungle - birds flying and chirping around the bungalows, tree frogs singing, and the wind gently flowing through the trees. After breakfast, begin your exploration with a trek along the banks of the Cuyabeno River. Keep an eye out for countless species of plants, enormous trees, aquatic vines, incredible orchids, medicinal herbs, and a fantastic variety of wild animals and birds indigenous to the Ecuadorian Amazon.

  • After the jungle trek, a lovely lunch will be served, followed by time to relax at the Ecolodge. Unwind on the hammocks and lounge chairs with a good book.

  • Later, go on a boat ride to Laguna Grande Lake, enjoy the beautiful surroundings, and take a swim close to the grey and pink dolphins as they frolic in the water. After enjoying one of the most spectacular sunsets of your life, return to the lodge for dinner.

  • In the evening, head out on an exciting nighttime canoe ride on the river. Watch closely for the Amazon's legendary black caimans as they hunt for prey. The sights and mysterious sounds of the jungle after dark will fill your senses and leave you with unforgettable memories.

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Day 03

Sunrise Birdwatching and Return to Lago Agrio

  • Enjoy an early morning boat ride to watch the sunrise and observe the glorious Amazon birds during their most active time of day. The colours, sounds, and sights of the morning are simply stunning. Breakfast will be served upon your return.
  • Embark on a canoe ride along the Cuyabeno River on your journey back to civilization. Transportation is provided from the entrance of Cuyabeno National Park back to Lago Agrio.
Cuyabeno River, Laguna Grande, Planeta Azul Resort in Lago Agrio

Where this trip takes you

Cuyabeno River, Laguna Grande, Planeta Azul Resort in Lago Agrio

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Ecuador 3 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Native English-speaking guide

  • Accommodations

  • Transport from Quito

  • Meals

What's Not Included

  • Tips and gratuities
  • Personal expenses

Know before you go

  • Remember that all excursions and times on this sample itinerary are subject to change and largely depend on weather, season, group limitations, group interests, and guide decisions based on passenger safety and organized operations.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Lago Agrio, Quito, Ecuador
Tour start
Ecuador
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Ecuador.

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