Ecuador · Jungle Expedition

3-Day Napo Jungle Tour from Quito with Kichwa Culture and Chocolate

3 Days Round trip from Quito Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Immerse in Amazonian Kichwa culture, taste chicha, and support local artisans
02 Observe Hoatzin birds, woolly monkeys, and squirrel monkeys at Caiman Lagoon
03 Learn the art of organic chocolate making from raw cacao beans
04 Explore the Napo Amazon River and rainforest by motorized canoe and jungle hike

Embark on a captivating Amazon adventure from Quito into the Napo Jungle, where you'll explore the rainforest by foot, river, and motorized canoe. Discover wildlife around Anaconda Island and the Caiman Lagoon, including Hoatzin birds, woolly monkeys, and squirrel monkeys, while also connecting with an Amazonian Kichwa community through cultural traditions, chicha tasting, and local handicrafts. Your journey is rounded out with a hands-on organic chocolate experience before finishing in Tena, a gateway to more of Ecuador's lush southern landscapes.

Embark on a captivating Amazon adventure from Quito into the Napo Jungle, where you'll explore the rainforest by foot, river, and motorized canoe.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Quito, Tena, Baños de Agua Santa, Antisana Ecological Reserve, Sumaco Napo-Galeras National Park

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

From Quito to the Rainforest and a Night Jungle Walk

Departure from Quito to the rainforest (shared transportation).
On the way, you can stop for photography at Antisana Volcano.
Arrive at the Eco-Lodge near Misahualli Port (Monkey's Beach).
Welcome lunch.
Jungle hike with a native guide.
Floating down the river.
Dinner.
Night walk.
Jungle lodging.

Day 02

Napo River Wildlife and Kichwa Cultural Encounters

After breakfast, continue your journey by motorized canoe to visit:
- Animal Rescue Center.
- Anaconda Island, followed by a walk to the Caiman Lagoon, where you can observe the prehistoric bird "Hoatzin," woolly monkeys, and squirrel monkeys, just to name a few.
Box lunch.
Time to enjoy a cultural activity with an Amazonian Kichwa community, where you will learn about their way of life, their interaction with the jungle, and share the famous "chicha," a fermented yucca drink. To support the daily life of the indigenous people, you can also buy some handicrafts.
Ceramic craft workshop.
Return to the Eco-Lodge.
Dinner and lodging.

Day 03

Organic Chocolate Experience and Tour Finish in Tena

After breakfast, learn how to make organic chocolate.
Enjoy the Chocolate Route experience.
Check out of the Eco-Lodge.
Transfer to Tena City.

Tena offers some of Ecuador's best rafting and kayaking, surrounded by lush rainforests and rivers.

The tour ends in Tena City. This city is ideal for continuing your journey south through Ecuador without returning to Quito. It is well-suited for making the famous loop from Quito to the Amazon and Baños (or the reverse).

Where this trip takes you

Napo River, Anaconda Island and Caiman Lagoon

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Quito 5 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Shared transport from Quito - Tena - Jungle Lodge - Misahualli - Tena
Competitive pricing in U.S. dollars per person, based on double, matrimonial, triple, or family accommodation
Comfortable accommodation with private bathrooms and hot water
All-inclusive meals (starting with lunch on the first day and finishing with breakfast on the last day)
Welcome jungle cocktail to kick off your adventure
Guided visits and excursions with convenient car or canoe transfers on scheduled departures
Entrance fees included
Provided life jackets and rubber boots during your stay (up to size USA 10 1/2 | UK 44 1/2 for men)
Knowledgeable bilingual guides fluent in English and Spanish
Hotel facilities such as tubes, a relaxing swimming pool, a private river beach, board games, pool, hammocks, and a snack bar-restaurant
Unlimited purified water to keep you hydrated
First aid services available
Taxes included in the package

What's Not Included

Adventure optional activities: rafting, canoeing
Spa services and treatments
Alcoholic beverages
Tips for guide and staff
Souvenirs
Personal expenses
Any other item not specified above

What to bring

Passport
Cash in small denominations for bar services, tips, or souvenirs
Credit card: Visa and MasterCard are accepted at the lodge (charge 6.5%)
Personal medication to last for the duration of your trip
Sunhat
Sunblock
Sunglasses
Walking shoes/sneakers
Waterproof sandals such as Tevas or Keens
Socks: we recommend tall socks that don't slip easily inside rubber boots. Two pairs per day are ideal.
Light-weight, earth- or dark-coloured, long-sleeved shirts and T-shirts
Light-weight quick-dry hiking pants/trousers
Goretex jacket
Insect repellent
Binoculars (waterproof)
Day pack
Headlamp (or flashlight) plus extra batteries
Inexpensive magnifying glass (optional)
Personal first aid kit
Camera
Dry bags and Ziploc bags
Rubber boots are supplied at the lodge. Available sizes: 5 to 12.
Swimwear for swimming and use in the spa and hot tub
Luggage weight limit: 20 kg per passenger

DO NOT BRING FOOD: Food attracts ants and other critters to your suite.

Know before you go

To ensure a smooth departure from Quito, we must coordinate the pickup address and time effectively.
The lodge is constantly working to protect the pristine environment surrounding it. The changes introduced through 2020 reinforce its focus on sustainability and preserving the overall well-being of the Amazon Rainforest.
You can conclude your journey in the captivating city of Baños on Tungurahua or return to Quito Airport or the city itself.

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