Ecuador · Jungle Expedition

4-Day Cuyabeno Amazon Tour from Quito with Eco-Lodge Stay

4 Days Round trip from Lago Agrío Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Canoe along the Cuyabeno River into a remote Amazon region accessible only by boat
  • 02 Paddle a traditional dugout canoe on Caimancocha Lake
  • 03 Visit the Tarapuy Siona Community and learn about native culture and traditions
  • 04 Swim and watch the sunset at the magnificent Laguna Grande
  • 05 Search for caimans on a night canoe trip and enjoy early morning birdwatching

Enjoy a 4-day tour through this amazing Amazon region near the border with Colombia, accessible only by small boats. Stay in comfortable wooden eco-lodges and explore the rainforest by boat with local guides while discovering the wildlife, forests, lakes, and Indigenous culture of Cuyabeno.

Relax, swim, and enjoy the sunset on the magnificent Laguna Grande.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 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

1
Day 01

Quito to Lago Agrio and Canoe Journey to El Puente

  • Catch the flight at 10:30 a.m. or take the bus journey one day before (8 hours) to Lago Agrio (Nueva Loja).

  • Drive from Lago Agrio to El Puente.

  • Take a canoe trip down the Cuyabeno River to the camp.

  • Go for an exciting night walk.

2
Day 02

Caimancocha Lake and Laguna Grande Exploration

  • After breakfast, paddle in a traditional dugout canoe on Caimancocha Lake (Laguna del Caiman) and enjoy nature's uniqueness.

  • Eat lunch.

  • Hike in the primary forest and learn about the use of plants for survival.

  • Relax, swim, and enjoy the sunset on the magnificent Laguna Grande.

3
Day 03

Tarapuy Siona Community and Night Caiman Search

  • In the morning, walk to the Tarapuy Siona Community, where the naturalist Ecuadorian guide will explain the culture and traditions of the native people.

  • Go piranha fishing in the afternoon.

  • Head back to the camp.

  • Go for a night canoe trip in search of caimans (alligators).

4
Day 04

Birdwatching and Return to Quito

  • Enjoy early morning birdwatching.

  • After breakfast, go up the Cuyabeno River to El Puente.

  • Drive to Lago Agrio.

  • Take the flight or bus journey back to Quito (16 hours).

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Lago Agrío 3 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transportation Lago Agrio - Lodge - Lago Agrio.

  • All meals.

  • Ecuadorian guides.

  • Lodging.

  • Activities in the Amazon.

What's Not Included

  • Transport from Quito - Lago Agrio.

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 4 days finish where they began, in Lago Agrío.

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