In 1979 the Cuyabeno Nature Reserve was founded between the rivers Aguarico and San Miguel, which is in the province of Sucumbios. The spectacular trips into Cuyabeno introduce the visitor to the complex system of tropical lagoons, swamps and flooded areas inhabited by the Siona Indian Community. Cuyabeno's abundant aquatic and land habitats are home to fresh water dolphins and turtles, anacondas, crocodiles, monkeys, ocelots, sloth and birds such as hoatzins, arras and kingfishers. A huge range of vegetation flourishes in this tropical rainforest: plants such as palms, bromeliads, ceibos, helicons, macrolobium, wild roses, orchids are frequently seen. This once-in-a-lifetime trip will definitely be a memorable experience for everyone who is fortunate enough to participate.
Itinerary:
Day 01: Flight Quito - Lago Agrio - Cuyabeno Lodge
In the morning transfer to the airport and flight to Lago Agrio. Upon arrival to Lago Agrio we will go by bus to the bridge of Cuyabeno river (3 hours). After we have enjoyed lunch (lunch box), we will continue by motorized dugouts downstream to get to the Cuyabeno Jungle Lodge in the afternoon. After dinner we will go for an exciting night walk. We will spend the night in bungalows with double beds and Mosquito nets. -/L/D
Day 02: Cuyabeno Jungle Expedition
After breakfast we will walk in the forest to learn about the use of medical plants and the function of the amazing ecosystem of the Amazon basin. After lunch at the lodge, we will go piranha fishing. Dinner. B/L/D
Day 03: Cuyabeno Lagoon - Jungle expedition
Today we will visit the Cuyabeno lagoon and have a walk in the rainforest at the shore of the lagoon. After lunch (lunch box) we paddle down the lagoon and we can enjoy a swim in the Aguas negras. Return to the lodge in the late afternoon. Later at night we canoe down on the river to try our luck in nightlife watching some animals, such as the caimans. B/L/D
Day 04: Cuyabeno Jungle Expedition
Early bird watching before breakfast. Afterwards we will go for our last hike in the forest. Lunch and later we will paddle down the river. We will have dinner and spend the night in the jungle lodge. B/L/D
Day 05: Cuyabeno - Lago Agrio - Quito
After an early breakfast we will start our journey back, upstream on the Cuyabeno River. Lunch (lunch box) at the bridge. Our bus will take us to Lago Agrio. Return to Quito. B/L/-
Price 2008:
5 days: USD 450.-
4 days:USD 360.-
Single supplement USD 150.-
Flight Quito-Lago Agrio-Quito USD 120.-
Cuyabeno national park entrance fee USD 20.-
In the price included:
Transportation from Lago Agrio (bus/canoe) to Cuyabeno and vice versa, English speaking naturalist guide certified by the Ministerio del Ambiente, native guide, three meals a day and accommodation at the Cuyabeno Jungle Lodge, free purified water, tea, coffee, all general equipment including mosquito nets and bed linen, rubber boots, rain ponchos.
Not included in the price:
Flight Quito-Lago Agrio-Quito, Binoculars, alcoholic beverages, tips, personal items and travel insurance, Cuyabeno national park entrance fee (USD 20.-)!, International flight airport tax (USD 41.- per person).
What to bring with you:
Lightweight long and short-sleeved shirts, lightweight pants and shorts (no jeans), comfortable shoes, swimwear, hat with brim, sunglasses, torch, insect repellent, sun block, 1-2 plastic bags, binoculars, passport, camera (with flash), day pack.
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