A slower and more immersive journey for travelers who want to experience Cuyabeno with less rush. This itinerary allows more time for wildlife observation, canoe excursions, cultural experiences, quiet moments in the rainforest, and deeper exploration of the Amazon’s rivers and lagoons.
Itinerary
QUITO – CUYABENO
To reach our meeting point you have to travel the night before to “El Puente Cuyabeno”, which is the entrance of the Cuyabeno reserve. If you go from Quito on a bus it’s about 9 hours away.
The adventure begins at 11:30 AM at the entrance to the Cuyabeno reserve, with a canoe trip down the river to our lodge (3 hours exploring the river looking for monkeys, birds, etc.). Lunch and time to relax. In the afternoon you will explore the river and lagoons looking for more wild life, swim and enjoy the sunset. At night you will do a canoe expedition in search of caimans. Dinner. For all our guests interested in knowing more about the amazon rainforest, this evening the naturalist guide will give different lectures like the “Culture and communities, flora, fauna and conservation”.
HIKING DAY
In the morning after breakfast you will do a hike of about 3 hours in the primary forest accompanied by the naturalist guide who will explain about medicinal plants, frogs, insects, birds, etc. Enjoy lunch at the camp, followed by some downtime.
In the afternoon, you will prepare and taste coffee and chocolate in a traditional way. Before dark you will explore the streams in a traditional rowing canoe to enjoy the uniqueness of nature.
You will enjoy the sunset in the river and if conditions permit, you might spot pink dolphins.
Return to lodge get ready for the night walk.
Dinner. Tonight you will have the opportunity to learn about and taste the traditional drinks of the Amazon.
COMMUNITY
After a delicious breakfast we will visit the community, there, an indigenous woman will guide us through the community, where you will learn about their culture, clothing, language but especially about their gastronomy since with her we will prepare our lunch. In the afternoon the shaman of the community will teach us about medicinal plants and rituals of the Amazon. After this exciting day we return to the lodge, have dinner and relax.
CANOEING
After breakfast you get ready for an exciting morning, you will explore in total tranquility and silence the streams and the flooded forest with its unique habitat in a traditional rowing canoe. In this activity, by going very slowly and in silence, you have more opportunity to observe more species of monkeys, birds, sloths, dolphins and more. Enjoy lunch at the camp, followed by some downtime. In the afternoon you will explore the river and lakes in search of wildlife and to enjoy the sunset. Dinner.
CUYABENO – QUITO
Early in the morning you will explore the river in search of birds and to enjoy the sunrise.
After this activity you will return to the camp, have breakfast and have time to organize your luggage. Then you will take the canoe back exploring the Cuyabeno river for 2 hours in search of more fauna until the entrance of the reserve (11am), where you can take your transport back home. End of the tour.
Cuyabeno Rainforest Tours
Tucan Lodge
Explore Tour
3 days / 2 nights
3 days / 2 nights
A compact Amazon experience for travelers who want to discover Cuyabeno in a short time. This itinerary includes arrival by canoe, the first wildlife encounters, rainforest activities, lagoon exploration, and a final morning before returning from the reserve. It is ideal for guests who want a real introduction to the
Experience Tour
4 days / 3 nights
4 days / 3 nights
The most balanced option, combining wildlife, rainforest walks, river exploration, night activities, and cultural immersion. This program usually includes a visit to a local Siona community, offering travelers a richer understanding of Amazonian traditions while still allowing enough time to enjoy the lodge and surrounding nature.
Enjoy Tour
5 days / 4 nights
5 days / 4 nights
A slower and more immersive journey for travelers who want to experience Cuyabeno with less rush. This itinerary allows more time for wildlife observation, canoe excursions, cultural experiences, quiet moments in the rainforest, and deeper exploration of the Amazon’s rivers and lagoons.
Prices are Per Person – 2026
Tours
INCLUDED
- Bilingual naturalist guide.
- Accommodation is reserved.
- Meals during the tour (breakfast, lunch, dinner). Unlimited water, coffee, and tea at the lodge.
- Activities of the itinerary.
- Equipment (waterproof gear and boots up to size 46).
NOT INCLUDED
- Transport Quito – Cuyabeno – Quito.
- Breakfast on the first day – Dinner on the last day.
- Additional beverages and tips.
- Community contribution of $10 per person.
- Anything not specified in the program.
WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING
- Original passport.
- Cotton clothing and quick-dry materials.
- Long-sleeved shirt and long pants forexcursions.
- T-shirts and shorts.
- One pair of socks per day.
- Sandals or sneakers.
- Windbreaker and sweater (for early and evening activities).
- Swimsuit and personal towel for
swimming. - Hat and sunscreen.
- Sunglasses with a strap.
- A small backpack (waterproof).
- Insect repellent.
- Flashlight or headlamp.
- Personal water bottle or canteen.
- Personal first-aid kit (may include personal travel medications).
- Camera (don’t forget your charger and adapter).
