ECUADOR JUNGLE TOURS
DOLPHIN LODGE
Jungle Tour Cuyabeno
Cuyabeno Dolphin Lodge is set at the heart of natural attractions, just a 20 minute motor canoe ride away from the Cuyabeno lake area and right next to the banks of the Cuyabeno River. From the hammocks at our pier, you may spot freshwater dolphins and enjoy the scenery of the river. Our location guarantees free navigation and access all year around, even in the drier season from December to February. We can offer 6 matrimonial rooms, 8 double rooms with private bathrooms, all rooms with lower beds. Our maximum capacity is 40 guests.
Our commitment to responsible and ecological tourism
Cuyabeno Dolphin Lodge follows rigorous ecological standards for protected areas. Accordingly, all sewage is carefully processed and filtered to avoid contaminating water systems and soils, and the lodge obtains its energy exclusively from clean energy through solar panels.
Each room is equipped with solar powered light and an 110V electric socket. In order to reduce the use of nonrenewable energy resources, we do not use water-heating systems and provide cold water only. All of our refuse material is separated and recycled to the greatest extent possible
We maintain a strong and friendly relationship with members of the indigenous community and support their active involvement in tourism. They receive economic income through their work as paddling aids, motor canoe drivers, kitchen helpers and camp administrators with us.
CUYABENO RESERVE
CUYABENO RESERVE (3 Days – 4 Days – 5 Days)
ITINERARY 3D/2N
DAY 1. QUITO – LAGO AGRIO – CUYABENO: Flight (09:15 am) or bus (trip the night before the tour – 8 hours) to Lago
Agrio. Private land transportation from Lago Agrio to El Puente. Canoe trip down the Cuyabeno River to our lodge. Lunch.
Visit the Laguna Grande to swim and enjoy the sunset. Dinner. Exciting night walk.
DAY 2. HIKING DAY – COMUNITY: Breakfast. Three hours hike in the primary forest to learn about flora and fauna,
especially to know about medicinal plants, frogs, insects, birds, etc. Or visit the Community Siona Tarapuy, preparation of
artisan chocolate and tropical fruits tasting additionally you can see the preparation of bread (casabe) the naturalist guide
will explain about the culture and traditions of native peoples. Return to camp. Dinner. Night canoe expedition in search of
caimans.
DAY 3. CUYABENO – LAGO AGRIO – QUITO: Early morning bird watching. Breakfast. Navigating the Cuyabeno River back
to El Puente. Box Lunch. Transfer to Lago Agrio. Return to Quito by bus or plane (17:00pm).
INCLUDED
- Private transportation Lago Agrio – Dolphin Lodge – Lago Agrio (bus and canoe).
- Bilingual naturalist guide.
- Accommodation in double and / or triple room with mosquito nets and a private bathroom.
- All meals (breakfast-lunch-dinner); pure water, coffee, tea.
- Excursion gear (rain coat, rubber boots, camping tents, life jackets).
- Excursions.
EXCLUDED
- Transportation Quito – Lago Agrio – Quito (bus or plane)
- $ 4. community / $ 4 Shaman
- Meals before and after the tour
- Tips
- All other expenses not specified in the tour.
ITINERARY 4D/3N
DAY 1. QUITO – LAGO AGRIO – CUYABENO: Flight (9:15 am) or bus (trip the night before the tour – 8 hours) to Lago Agrio. Private land transportation from Lago Agrio to El Puente. Canoe trip down the Cuyabeno River to our lodge. Lunch. Visit the Laguna Grande to swim and enjoy the sunset. Dinner. Exciting night walk.
DAY 2. HIKING DAY: Breakfast.: Morning: three-hour hike in the primary forest to learn about flora and fauna, especially to know about medicinal plants, frogs, insects, birds, etc. Lunch at the camp. Relax, in the afternoon paddle in a traditional canoe on the Lagoons or rivers to explore und enjoy the uniqueness of nature. Where you can swim and enjoy the sunset. If conditions permit, you may be able to see pink dolphins. Return to lodge. Dinner.
DAY 3. COMMUNITY DAY: Breakfast. Visit the Community Siona Tarabeaya, preparation of artisan chocolate and tropical fruits tasting additionally you can see the preparation of the traditional bread (Casabe) and the naturalist guide will explain about the culture and traditions of native people. Lunch. Visit the Shaman, who will explain about the ceremonies in the jungle. Return to camp. Dinner. Night canoe expedition in search of caimans.
DAY 4. CUYABENO – LAGO AGRIO – QUITO: Early morning bird watching. Breakfast. Navigating the Cuyabeno River back to El Puente. Box Lunch. Transfer to Lago Agrio. Return to Quito by bus or plane (17:00pm).
INCLUDED
- Private transportation Lago Agrio – Dolphin Lodge – Lago Agrio (bus and canoe).
- Bilingual naturalist guide.
- Accommodation in double and / or triple room with mosquito nets and a private bathroom.
- All meals (breakfast-lunch-dinner); pure water, coffee, tea.
- Excursion gear (raincoat, rubber boots, camping tents, life jackets).
- Excursions.
EXCLUDED
- Transportation Quito – Lago Agrio – Quito (bus or plane)
- $ 4. community / $ 4 Shaman
- Meals before and after the tour
- Tips
- All other expenses not specified in the tour.
ITINERARY 5D/4N
DAY 1. QUITO – LAGO AGRIO – CUYABENO: Flight (9:15 am) or bus (trip the night before the tour – 8 hours) to Lago Agrio. Private land transportation from Lago Agrio to El Puente. Canoe trip down the Cuyabeno River to our lodge. Lunch. Visit the Laguna Grande to swim and enjoy the sunset. Dinner. Exciting night walk.
DAY 2. HIKING DAY: Breakfast.: Morning: three hours hike in the primary forest to learn about flora and fauna, especially to know about medicinal plants, frogs, insects, birds, etc. Lunch at the camp. Relax, in the afternoon canoe exploration on the Lagoons to enjoy the flooded forest. Where you can swim and enjoy the sunset. If conditions permit, you may be able to see pink dolphins. Return to lodge. Dinner.
DAY 3. COMUNITY DAY: Breakfast. Visit the Community Siona Tarabeaya, preparation of artisan chocolate and tropical fruits tasting additionally you can see the preparation of the traditional bread (Casabe) and the naturalist guide will explain about the culture and traditions of native people. Lunch. Visit the Shaman, who will explain about the ceremonies in the jungle. Return to camp. Dinner.
DAY 4. CANOEING Breakfast. Relaxing morning paddle in a traditional canoe on the rivers to explore und enjoy the uniqueness of nature. Searching for monkeys and birds. Lunch at the camp. Relax, Visit the Laguna Grande to swim and enjoy the sunset. Dinner. Night canoe expedition in search of caimans.
DAY 5. CUYABENO – LAGO AGRIO – QUITO: Early morning bird watching. Breakfast. Navigating the Cuyabeno River back to El Puente. Box Lunch. Transfer to Lago Agrio. Return to Quito by bus or plane (17:00pm).
INCLUDED
- Private transportation Lago Agrio – Dolphin Lodge – Lago Agrio (bus and canoe).
- Bilingual naturalist guide.
- Accommodation in double and / or triple room with mosquito nets and a private bathroom.
- All meals (breakfast-lunch-dinner); pure water, coffee, tea.
- Excursion gear (raincoat, rubber boots, camping tents, life jackets).
- Excursions.
EXCLUDED
- Transportation Quito – Lago Agrio – Quito (bus or plane)
- $ 4. community / $4 Shaman
- Meals before and after the tour
- Tips
- All other expenses not specified in the tour.
Rate includes:
Rate does not include:
WHAT TO BRING:
- Long sleeves, 2 or more
- Comfortable pants, 2 or more (no jeans)
- Shorts, 2 or more
- T-shirts, 2 or more
- Socks, one pair per day
- Tennis shoes and / or sandals
- Thick jacket and sweater
- Biodegradable or natural Soap and shampoo
- Swimsuit
- Cotton Underwear (optional)
- Glasses
- Camera
- Small backpack (waterproof)
- Mosquito repellent
- Bags for equipment, clothes, papers, etc.
- Binoculars (optional)
- Flashlight with extra batteries
- Sunscreen
- First Aid Box
- Hat or cap
- Plastic bottle
- Notebook and / or book
- Towel
- Original Passport and / or identity card