4 Days / 3 Nights
With this expedition, the Amazon Basin will be at your fingertips. It is the perfect adventure for nature lovers, jungle explorers, and wildlife enthusiasts seeking to experience the untouched Amazon. You will discover the Ecuadorian Amazon in Yasuní National Park, world-renowned for its extraordinary biodiversity and its authentic indigenous cultures, which remain vibrantly alive today.
As you travel along rivers and lagoons, you may feel as though the wildlife is accompanying you on your journey. You can witness spectacular displays of parrots, toucans, macaws, kingfishers, and herons flying overhead, while curious giant otters approach the canoe for a closer look. Different species of monkeys leap through the trees, and there may even be opportunities to spot jaguars — the great feline predators of the rainforest. The Kichwa communities will share their history and traditions, offering insight into their deep spiritual connection with Mother Nature.
Journey to mainland Ecuador and embark on this immersive Amazon expedition in a remote and pristine area of the Yasuní Biosphere Reserve, recognized by UNESCO. Experience the remarkable biodiversity and wildlife of the reserve while connecting with a Kichwa community that continues to live in an authentic and traditional way — all while staying in the heart of the dense tropical rainforest. Embrace the adventure while supporting long-term conservation and sustainability in one of the most valuable and diverse ecosystems on Earth.
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Itinerary
FROM EL COCA TO THE YASUNI
The gateway for adventure
Our journey begins in El Coca. We’ll travel along the Auca road towards the Shiripuno River. It will take us approximately two hours to get to this doorway to the Waorani territory. We will enter the Yasuni there, and you might even encounter some of its inhabitants on the way to the camping. Wao Safari Camp is located at the entrance of Gaba’s Territory. Gaba is an elder Waorani warrior. Before wrapping up the day, we’ll visit Gaba and then return for dinner.
RAINFOREST AWAKENING AND WAO FAMILY
See life through a new lens
We start our day early at 6:00 a.m. We’ll embark down the river while the mist dissipates. We’ll see how the forest awakes —the best opportunity to spot birdlife. This bird-watching activity will last for a good couple of hours. When we return, we’ll have breakfast at 8:30 am, followed by a hike in the forest with Gaba to learn about the surrounding plants and some survival skills. This morning trail, used by generations for hunting, will last 4 to 5 hours and lead us to an animal clay lick. After lunch and some rest, at 4:30 pm, we will paddle down the river in search of wildlife such as toucans, macaws, turtles, and monkeys. We will return at night to spot caimans and nocturnal wildlife such as deer, capybaras, or even jaguars. Dinner will be served at 8 pm.
BLACKWATER LAGOONS AND HUNTING SKILLS
Other worlds unveil for you.
We’ll enjoy an early breakfast at 6 a.m. and then kick start our day by exploring the blackwater lagoons in search of anacondas. We’ll take advantage of the many lagoons and try our luck seeing anacondas, the largest and strongest snakes on Earth. We will explore two or three lagoons on short walks and canoe rides. Our exploration starts at 9:00 a.m. and ends at 1:00 p.m. We will then enjoy lunch at 1:30 p.m. and head to Gaba’s house to learn about traditional hunting and how he uses his handmade weapons, such as the blowdart and spear. You can also take a look at their jewels and art. Back at the Camping, you’ll have dinner at 7:00 p.m., and then we’ll have a short night walk looking for tree frogs, spiders, snakes, or insects.
DEPARTURE
Return home remade
To end our journey, we’ll have breakfast at 6:45 a.m. You’ll have some time to enjoy breakfast and stroll around until 7:30 a.m. when you’ll start the canoe ride up the river for approximately two hours. Once you arrive at El Coca, you’ll have another two-hour drive to your departure.
*Important information: Itineraries are subject to change due to various factors, including weather conditions, regulations and requirements established by park authorities, airline operations beyond our control, the guide’s discretion, and safety considerations.
- Airport reception and assistance in Quito and Coca
- Transfers airport-dock-airport in Coca.
- Canoe ride down the Shiripuno River towards the lodge and back.
- Glamping Accommodation.
- Guided excursions with a Native Bilingual Guide.
- Activity daily briefing.
- Welcome and farewell mocktail.
- All meals.
- Purified water from dispenser.
- American coffee, herbal tea and snacks at the coffee station.
- Rubber boots provided during your stay.
- Use of Kayaks (Only for Amazon Kayak Discover Yasuni Itinerary).
- Umbrella and water poncho
- Air tickets.
- Soft beverages: juices, sodas, sparkling water.
- Alcoholic Beverages.
- Tips for guides and staff (the suggested tip is $10 to the guide and $15 to the staff per passenger)
- Travel and health insurance.
- Souvenirs.
- Personal Expenses.
- Any other item not specified above.
- Yoga sessions (under request).
WAO KAMP - Unique Experiences
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Tour 5 days / 4 nights
Tour 5 days / 4 nights
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This deep dive into the Yasuní rainforest is a life-changing experience,
Amazon Kayak Discover Yasuní
Tour 5 days / 4 nights
Tour 5 days / 4 nights
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Yasuni and Waorani Experience
Tour 4 days / 3 nights
Tour 4 days / 3 nights
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Prices are Per Person – 2026
Yasuni Tours
Included in all rates
- Airport reception and assistance in Quito and Coca
- Transfers airport-dock-airport in Coca.
- Canoe ride down the Shiripuno River towards the lodge and back.
- Glamping Accommodation.
- Guided excursions with a Native Bilingual Guide.
- Activity daily briefing.
- Welcome and farewell mocktail.
- All meals.
- Purified water from dispenser.
- American coffee, herbal tea and snacks at the coffee station.
- Rubber boots provided during your stay.
- Use of Kayaks (Only for Amazon Kayak Discover Yasuni Itinerary).
- Umbrella and water poncho
Camp facilities
- Camping Accomodations
- Safari Style tents: 4 (Double Accomodation)
- Meals
- Wildlife Experience
- Solar-powered electricity
- Yasuní National Park’s Intangible Zone
- Private Bathrooms with shower (natural water)
- Bird Watching
- Kayak Gear
- Total Camp Capacity: 12
- Guided Excursion
- Yoga Sessions (Under Request)
- Solar-powered electricity
We offer safari-style tents equipped with solar power, shared bathrooms, and access to essential amenities in a completely eco-friendly environment.
