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Cuyabeno
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PROGRAM A
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NAME : CUYABENO AND YASUNÍ BORDERLINE EXPEDITIONS
LENGTH OF TRIP : 21 DAYS/20 NIGHTS
ACCOMMODATION : CABINS, TENTS AND HOTEL
ITINERARY -
The following are the geographical location of the different stops
we will be making during our trip:
1ST STOP – 3 days at the Cuyabeno lake system.
2ND STOP – 3 days at the Black water river (Aguas Negras).
3RD STOP – 3 days at Sábalo (on the Aguarico river).
4TH STOP – 3 days at the Lagartococha lake system bordering
Perú.
5TH STOP – 3 days at the Yasuní river.
6TH STOP – 3 days at the Tiputini river.
7TH STOP – 1 day at the Panacocha river.
8TH STOP – 1 day at the town of Coca.
9TH STOP – 1 day at the town of Lago Agrio. End of tour.
The next day you will leave from L.A. to Quito
TOUR INCLUDES:
• Bus and fluvial transportation (Lago Agrio-Cuyabeno-Coca–Lago
Agrio).
• Bilingual naturalist and native guides.
• Complete feeding and purified water.
• Raincoats and rubber boots.
TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDE:
• Plane and/or bus tickets from Quito.
• Reserve and Park entrance fees ($20.00 USD. each one)
• Additional beverages and tips.
WHAT TO BRING:
Field Clothing
• 2 pairs long pants: loose, fast–drying, cotton is
ideal
• 4 light, long–sleeve cotton shirts
• 1 pair walking shorts
• 1 pair swimming trunks
• 4 sets of underwear (cotton is best; avoid heavy synthetics)
• 4 pairs socks (wool is best; avoid synthetics)
• 1 pair hiking shoes (jungle boots, high–top sneakers,
or lightweight calf–high boots)
• 1 pair sneakers or thongs for camp use
• 1 cap and/or a folding sun hat (very important if you will
be travelling by river)
• 1 poncho or unlined Gore-Tex parka
• Sunscreen and sunglasses
• Insect repellent with a minimum of 30–35% DEET
• Malaria pills and personal medication
• Zip–locked bag
Equipment
• 1 torch or penlight
• 1 headlamp (plus several sets of batteries–a set of
alkaline batteries is generally good for four to six hours of continuous
use)
• 1 notebook (pencils are best for writing)
• 1 pocket knife (Swiss Army knives are perfect)
• 1 cigarette lighter (even if you don’t smoke, they
come in handy)
• 1 pair binoculars
• Camera and the will to enjoy the Amazon!!
• Passport at hand
PRICE:
Our prices will be confirmed by phone or e–mail
Minimum 4 persons – Maximum 12 persons
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PROGRAM
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NAME : CUYABENO’S ADVENTURE
LENGTH OF TRIP : 4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS
ACCOMMODATION : CABINS
ITINERARY -
DAY 01 – Upon arrival to Lago Agrio if you fly in your guide
will meet you to transport you by car to the Cuyabeno river bridge
for 3 hours. After a boxed lunch you will take the Cuyabeno River
downstream by motorized canoe. After 2 ½ hour navigation
you will arrive to your camp. After dinner you will lodge in huts.
DAY 02 – Breakfast will be at 8:00 AM. Now you start a 3 –
4 hour walk through primary rainforest (Palma Roja), where your
guides will introduce you to various medicinal plants. You will
also have the opportunity to observe wildlife such as monkeys and
parrots among others, and with luck you might even spot a Jaguar.
We will be back to camp for lunch. After having a nap you try your
luck at fishing piranhas and if weather conditions permitting you
will enjoy a refreshing swim in the Big Lake and watch the sunset.
After supper you can go on a nocturnal Cayman spotting ride. Back
to camp and sleep.
DAY 03 – Before taking the breakfast very early in the morning
you will leave for bird watching. Now you hike through the forest
where your guides will share their extensive knowledge regarding
the jungle flora and fauna. After a boxed lunch you can either go
to visit the shaman or visit Tarapuya (Siona community) to participate
in the preparation of the traditional dish casabe. After dinner
you take a night short hike. Return for relaxation and sleep.
DAY 04 – At dawn if you fly to Quito you pack it up and have
breakfast, but if you do not fly you will have an early breakfast
before taking the bus back to Quito
TOUR INCLUDES:
• Bus and fluvial transportation (Lago Agrio-Cuyabeno-Coca–Lago
Agrio).
• Bilingual naturalist and native guides.
• Complete feeding and purified water.
• Raincoats and rubber boots.
TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDE:
• Plane and/or bus tickets from Quito.
• Reserve and Park entrance fees ($20.00 USD. each one)
• Additional beverages and tips.
WHAT TO BRING:
Field Clothing
• 2 pairs long pants: loose, fast–drying, cotton is
ideal
• 4 light, long–sleeve cotton shirts
• 1 pair walking shorts
• 1 pair swimming trunks
• 4 sets of underwear (cotton is best; avoid heavy synthetics)
• 4 pairs socks (wool is best; avoid synthetics)
• 1 pair hiking shoes (jungle boots, high–top sneakers,
or lightweight calf–high boots)
• 1 pair sneakers or thongs for camp use
• 1 cap and/or a folding sun hat (very important if you will
be travelling by river)
• 1 poncho or unlined Gore-Tex parka
• Sunscreen and sunglasses
• Insect repellent with a minimum of 30–35% DEET
• Malaria pills and personal medication
• Zip–locked bag
Equipment
• 1 torch or penlight
• 1 headlamp (plus several sets of batteries–a set of
alkaline batteries is generally good for four to six hours of continuous
use)
• 1 notebook (pencils are best for writing)
• 1 pocket knife (Swiss Army knives are perfect)
• 1 cigarette lighter (even if you don’t smoke, they
come in handy)
• 1 pair binoculars
• Camera and the will to enjoy the Amazon!!
• Passport at hand
PRICE:
Our prices will be confirmed by phone or e–mail
Minimum 4 persons – Maximum 12 persons
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PROGRAM C -
NAME : TARAPUYA’S ADVENTURE
LENGTH OF TRIP : 5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS
ACCOMMODATION : CABINS
ITINERARY -
DAY 01 AND DAY 02 – The same as Program “B”.
DAY 03 – Before taking the breakfast very early in the morning
you will leave for bird watching. Now you walk through the forest
for 2 or 3 hours, where you will learn about the exuberance of the
vegetation. After a boxed lunch you go to visit Tarapuya (Siona
community) to participate in the preparation of the traditional
dish casabe. After dinner you take a night short hike. Return for
relaxation and sleep.
DAY 04 – Breakfast will be at 8:00 AM. Now you hike through
mature lowland rainforest where you will admire the exotic wildlife,
with luck you might spot a giant anaconda or some pink fresh water
dolphins (bufeos) peculiar to this unique environment. After a boxed
lunch you go to visit the Shaman who will explain you the mystery
of the jungle and the power of the medicinal plants. After supper
you will relax and sleep.
DAY 05 – The same as Program “B” – Day 04
TOUR INCLUDES:
• Bus and fluvial transportation (Lago Agrio-Cuyabeno-Coca–Lago
Agrio).
• Bilingual naturalist and native guides.
• Complete feeding and purified water.
• Raincoats and rubber boots.
TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDE:
• Plane and/or bus tickets from Quito.
• Reserve and Park entrance fees ($20.00 USD. each one)
• Additional beverages and tips.
WHAT TO BRING:
Field Clothing
• 2 pairs long pants: loose, fast–drying, cotton is
ideal
• 4 light, long–sleeve cotton shirts
• 1 pair walking shorts
• 1 pair swimming trunks
• 4 sets of underwear (cotton is best; avoid heavy synthetics)
• 4 pairs socks (wool is best; avoid synthetics)
• 1 pair hiking shoes (jungle boots, high–top sneakers,
or lightweight calf–high boots)
• 1 pair sneakers or thongs for camp use
• 1 cap and/or a folding sun hat (very important if you will
be travelling by river)
• 1 poncho or unlined Gore-Tex parka
• Sunscreen and sunglasses
• Insect repellent with a minimum of 30–35% DEET
• Malaria pills and personal medication
• Zip–locked bag
Equipment
• 1 torch or penlight
• 1 headlamp (plus several sets of batteries–a set of
alkaline batteries is generally good for four to six hours of continuous
use)
• 1 notebook (pencils are best for writing)
• 1 pocket knife (Swiss Army knives are perfect)
• 1 cigarette lighter (even if you don’t smoke, they
come in handy)
• 1 pair binoculars
• Camera and the will to enjoy the Amazon!!
• Passport at hand
PRICE:
Our prices will be confirmed by phone or e–mail
Minimum 4 persons – Maximum 12 persons
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PROGRAM
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NAME : SALADERO’S ADVENTURE
LENGTH OF TRIP : 6 DAYS / 5 NIGHTS
ACCOMMODATION : CABINS
ITINERARY -
DAY 01, DAY 02, DAY 03 AND DAY 04 – The same as Program “C”.
DAY 05 – Bird watching. Walking. In the afternoon you go to
explore the Patococha Lake.
DAY 06 – The same as Program “B” – Day 04
TOUR INCLUDES:
• Bus and fluvial transportation (Lago Agrio-Cuyabeno-Coca–Lago
Agrio).
• Bilingual naturalist and native guides.
• Complete feeding and purified water.
• Raincoats and rubber boots.
TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDE:
• Plane and/or bus tickets from Quito.
• Reserve and Park entrance fees ($20.00 USD. each one)
• Additional beverages and tips.
WHAT TO BRING:
Field Clothing
• 2 pairs long pants: loose, fast–drying, cotton is
ideal
• 4 light, long–sleeve cotton shirts
• 1 pair walking shorts
• 1 pair swimming trunks
• 4 sets of underwear (cotton is best; avoid heavy synthetics)
• 4 pairs socks (wool is best; avoid synthetics)
• 1 pair hiking shoes (jungle boots, high–top sneakers,
or lightweight calf–high boots)
• 1 pair sneakers or thongs for camp use
• 1 cap and/or a folding sun hat (very important if you will
be travelling by river)
• 1 poncho or unlined Gore-Tex parka
• Sunscreen and sunglasses
• Insect repellent with a minimum of 30–35% DEET
• Malaria pills and personal medication
• Zip–locked bag
Equipment
• 1 torch or penlight
• 1 headlamp (plus several sets of batteries–a set of
alkaline batteries is generally good for four to six hours of continuous
use)
• 1 notebook (pencils are best for writing)
• 1 pocket knife (Swiss Army knives are perfect)
• 1 cigarette lighter (even if you don’t smoke, they
come in handy)
• 1 pair binoculars
• Camera and the will to enjoy the Amazon!!
• Passport at hand
PRICE:
Our prices will be confirmed by phone or e–mail
Minimum 4 persons – Maximum 12 persons
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PROGRAM
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NAME : CAYMAN’S ADVENTURE
LENGTH OF TRIP : 7 DAYS / 6 NIGHTS
ACCOMMODATION : CABINS
ITINERARY -
DAY 01, DAY 02, DAY 03, DAY 04 AND DAY 05 – The same as Program
“D”.
DAY 06 – Breakfast. Now you can either take the Palma Roja
path or the Saladero one. After a boxed lunch you will visit Caymancocha
and Patococha lakes.
DAY 07 – The same as Program “B” – Day 04
TOUR INCLUDES:
• Bus and fluvial transportation (Lago Agrio-Cuyabeno-Coca–Lago
Agrio).
• Bilingual naturalist and native guides.
• Complete feeding and purified water.
• Raincoats and rubber boots.
TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDE:
• Plane and/or bus tickets from Quito.
• Reserve and Park entrance fees ($20.00 USD. each one)
• Additional beverages and tips.
WHAT TO BRING:
Field Clothing
• 2 pairs long pants: loose, fast–drying, cotton is
ideal
• 4 light, long–sleeve cotton shirts
• 1 pair walking shorts
• 1 pair swimming trunks
• 4 sets of underwear (cotton is best; avoid heavy synthetics)
• 4 pairs socks (wool is best; avoid synthetics)
• 1 pair hiking shoes (jungle boots, high–top sneakers,
or lightweight calf–high boots)
• 1 pair sneakers or thongs for camp use
• 1 cap and/or a folding sun hat (very important if you will
be travelling by river)
• 1 poncho or unlined Gore-Tex parka
• Sunscreen and sunglasses
• Insect repellent with a minimum of 30–35% DEET
• Malaria pills and personal medication
• Zip–locked bag
Equipment
• 1 torch or penlight
• 1 headlamp (plus several sets of batteries–a set of
alkaline batteries is generally good for four to six hours of continuous
use)
• 1 notebook (pencils are best for writing)
• 1 pocket knife (Swiss Army knives are perfect)
• 1 cigarette lighter (even if you don’t smoke, they
come in handy)
• 1 pair binoculars
• Camera and the will to enjoy the Amazon!!
• Passport at hand
PRICE:
Our prices will be confirmed by phone or e–mail
Minimum 4 persons – Maximum 12 persons
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PROGRAM
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NAME : AGUAS NEGRAS’ ADVENTURE
LENGTH OF TRIP : 8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS
ACCOMMODATION : CABINS AND TENT
ITINERARY -
DAY 01 AND DAY 02 – The same as Program “B”.
DAY 03 – The same as Program “C” – Day 03.
DAY 04 – After breakfast you will pack it up to continue to
Aguas Negras river your second campsite. On the way you will stop
to visit the Shaman and have a boxed lunch. After dinner you will
lodge in tents.
DAY 05 – Walking. In the afternoon fishing in the Aguas Negras
river with luck you might spot a tapir. At night a Cayman spotting
ride.
DAY 06 – Bird watching. A walk into the bushes. Visit to Playas
del Cuyabeno (Kwichwa community). A nocturnal short hike, with luck
you might spot some snakes.
DAY 07 – Return to the first camp. Swimming and watching the
sunset if weather conditions permit.
DAY 08 – The same as Program “B” – Day 04.
TOUR INCLUDES:
• Bus and fluvial transportation (Lago Agrio-Cuyabeno-Coca–Lago
Agrio).
• Bilingual naturalist and native guides.
• Complete feeding and purified water.
• Raincoats and rubber boots.
TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDE:
• Plane and/or bus tickets from Quito.
• Reserve and Park entrance fees ($20.00 USD. each one)
• Additional beverages and tips.
WHAT TO BRING:
Field Clothing
• 2 pairs long pants: loose, fast–drying, cotton is
ideal
• 4 light, long–sleeve cotton shirts
• 1 pair walking shorts
• 1 pair swimming trunks
• 4 sets of underwear (cotton is best; avoid heavy synthetics)
• 4 pairs socks (wool is best; avoid synthetics)
• 1 pair hiking shoes (jungle boots, high–top sneakers,
or lightweight calf–high boots)
• 1 pair sneakers or thongs for camp use
• 1 cap and/or a folding sun hat (very important if you will
be travelling by river)
• 1 poncho or unlined Gore-Tex parka
• Sunscreen and sunglasses
• Insect repellent with a minimum of 30–35% DEET
• Malaria pills and personal medication
• Zip–locked bag
Equipment
• 1 torch or penlight
• 1 headlamp (plus several sets of batteries–a set of
alkaline batteries is generally good for four to six hours of continuous
use)
• 1 notebook (pencils are best for writing)
• 1 pocket knife (Swiss Army knives are perfect)
• 1 cigarette lighter (even if you don’t smoke, they
come in handy)
• 1 pair binoculars
• Camera and the will to enjoy the Amazon!!
• Passport at hand
PRICE:
Our prices will be confirmed by phone or e–mail
Minimum 4 persons – Maximum 12 persons
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PROGRAM
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NAME : SÁBALO’S ADVENTURE
LENGTH OF TRIP : 9 DAYS / 8 NIGHTS
ACCOMMODATION : CABINS AND TENTS
ITINERARY -
DAY 01 AND DAY 02 – The same as Program “B”.
DAY 03 – The same as Program “C” – Day 03.
DAY 04 AND DAY 05 – The same as Program “F”.
DAY 06 – Very early breakfast before breaking camp and going
on the Aguarico downriver to Sábalo (Cofán community)
your third campsite.
DAY 07 – Morning walk. Afternoon exploration on the Sábalo
river.
DAY 08 – The same as Program “F” – Day 07.
DAY 09 – The same as Program “B” – Day 04.
TOUR INCLUDES:
• Bus and fluvial transportation (Lago Agrio-Cuyabeno-Coca–Lago
Agrio).
• Bilingual naturalist and native guides.
• Complete feeding and purified water.
• Raincoats and rubber boots.
TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDE:
• Plane and/or bus tickets from Quito.
• Reserve and Park entrance fees ($20.00 USD. each one)
• Additional beverages and tips.
WHAT TO BRING:
Field Clothing
• 2 pairs long pants: loose, fast–drying, cotton is
ideal
• 4 light, long–sleeve cotton shirts
• 1 pair walking shorts
• 1 pair swimming trunks
• 4 sets of underwear (cotton is best; avoid heavy synthetics)
• 4 pairs socks (wool is best; avoid synthetics)
• 1 pair hiking shoes (jungle boots, high–top sneakers,
or lightweight calf–high boots)
• 1 pair sneakers or thongs for camp use
• 1 cap and/or a folding sun hat (very important if you will
be travelling by river)
• 1 poncho or unlined Gore-Tex parka
• Sunscreen and sunglasses
• Insect repellent with a minimum of 30–35% DEET
• Malaria pills and personal medication
• Zip–locked bag
Equipment
• 1 torch or penlight
• 1 headlamp (plus several sets of batteries–a set of
alkaline batteries is generally good for four to six hours of continuous
use)
• 1 notebook (pencils are best for writing)
• 1 pocket knife (Swiss Army knives are perfect)
• 1 cigarette lighter (even if you don’t smoke, they
come in handy)
• 1 pair binoculars
• Camera and the will to enjoy the Amazon!!
• Passport at hand
PRICE:
Our prices will be confirmed by phone or e–mail
Minimum 4 persons – Maximum 12 persons
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PROGRAM
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NAME : LAGARTOCOCHA’S ADVENTURE
LENGTH OF TRIP : 11 DAYS / 10 NIGHTS
ACCOMMODATION : CABINS AND TENTS
ITINERARY -
DAY 01 AND DAY 02 – The same as Program “B”.
DAY 03 – The same as Program “C” – Day 03.
DAY 04 AND DAY 05 – The same as Program “F”.
DAY 06 AND DAY 07 – The same as Program “G”.
DAY 08 – Before packing it up you will have a very early breakfast
and continuing onto the Aguarico river downstream you will reach
to the Lagartococha river which forms the natural border between
Ecuador and Perú your fourth campsite.
DAY 09 – Full exploration the Lagartococha’s lake system.
DAY 10 – The same as Program “F” – Day 07.
DAY 11 – The same as Program “B” – Day 04.
TOUR INCLUDES:
• Bus and fluvial transportation (Lago Agrio-Cuyabeno-Coca–Lago
Agrio).
• Bilingual naturalist and native guides.
• Complete feeding and purified water.
• Raincoats and rubber boots.
TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDE:
• Plane and/or bus tickets from Quito.
• Reserve and Park entrance fees ($20.00 USD. each one)
• Additional beverages and tips.
WHAT TO BRING:
Field Clothing
• 2 pairs long pants: loose, fast–drying, cotton is
ideal
• 4 light, long–sleeve cotton shirts
• 1 pair walking shorts
• 1 pair swimming trunks
• 4 sets of underwear (cotton is best; avoid heavy synthetics)
• 4 pairs socks (wool is best; avoid synthetics)
• 1 pair hiking shoes (jungle boots, high–top sneakers,
or lightweight calf–high boots)
• 1 pair sneakers or thongs for camp use
• 1 cap and/or a folding sun hat (very important if you will
be travelling by river)
• 1 poncho or unlined Gore-Tex parka
• Sunscreen and sunglasses
• Insect repellent with a minimum of 30–35% DEET
• Malaria pills and personal medication
• Zip–locked bag
Equipment
• 1 torch or penlight
• 1 headlamp (plus several sets of batteries–a set of
alkaline batteries is generally good for four to six hours of continuous
use)
• 1 notebook (pencils are best for writing)
• 1 pocket knife (Swiss Army knives are perfect)
• 1 cigarette lighter (even if you don’t smoke, they
come in handy)
• 1 pair binoculars
• Camera and the will to enjoy the Amazon!!
• Passport at hand
PRICE:
Our prices will be confirmed by phone or e–mail
Minimum 4 persons – Maximum 12 persons
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