Siona Lodge - Sustainable Tourism - Jungle travel and Tours

Siona Lodge - Sustainable Tourism - Jungle travel and Tours - Protected National Parks - Ecuador

Amazon Rainforest - Southamerica - Ecuador

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Siona Lodge - Sample Program description

DAY 1. - Reception in Lago Agrio at 08h30-09h00, and transfer to Cuyabeno River.Box lunch in the route .At this point the visitors have to register in the Reserve’s office and pay the Entrance fee. Here our Naturalist Guide will give information about the Reserve, important recommendations and other tips to begin the two hours navigation through Cuyabeno River to the Big Lagoon, where the Lodge is located. Along the river you will find several species in its natural habitat as monkeys, toucans, parrots, insect and the exuberant Amazonian vegetation. Arrival and check in. Night walk in the primary forest to observe amphibians and reptiles for about one hour. Return to the lodge for a welcome cocktail and dinner. Accomodation in double rooms

DAY 2. - After breakfast, departure to the Siona Indian Community of Puerto Bolivar, the largest ethnic group in the Reserve. During this tour you will learn their customs , traditions and way of life. You will be part of the elaboration of the Casabe ; local dish made of yucca (carbohydrates principal feed of the community). The trip takes 2 hours navigation downstream to get there, in the route will be possible to admire the existing fauna along the Rio Cuyabeno such as: birds, monkeys, snakes, pink dolphins, tortoises and many others. A visit to the Shaman, is also included. This is a full day excursion with Lunch in the Community . Return to the lodge. Night navigation for watching Caymans. Dinner. Accomodation in double rooms

DAY 3. - Breakfast. Trek in the primary rain forest for approximately 3-5 hours in the distance you will be able to explore the beautiful and complex tropical ecosystem. You will find the great variety of species of plants, trees and animal life. Lunch back at the lodge. In the afternoon navigation in the big lagoon, to enjoy the surrounding of the lake, time to fish piranhas, swimming and wait for a very special sunset. Dinner.

DAY 4.- Early in the morning before breakfast a bird watching excursion is optional. Breakfast and transfer to Lago Agrio to take your flight back.

Rates & Itineraries

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a native naturalistic guide
an english speaking guide
three meals per day during the tour
programed excursions
pure water to drink all time
we supply rubber boots up to size 43

transportation Quito and back to Quito.
bar bills
tips for the staff
personal jungle equipment
rubber boots (size 44 upwards)
National Park Fees

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The itineraries are subject to change without previous notice depending on weather conditions, client’s requirements or if our guides feel that it would improve the quality of services.
Rates are subject to change without previous notice

WHAT TO BRING

Cotton shirts	Small backpack (waterproof)	Insect repellent	Shorts, 2 or more
T- Shirts, 3 or more	Binoculars	Torch (flashlight)	Sun block
Bathing suit	Cotton underwear	Original Passport	Sunglasses
Hat or cap	Water Canteen	Sweater	Book and notebook
Toiletries	Long trousers, 2 or more	High speed film	Cotton socks
Comfortable walking sandal	Money	Prescription medicines and small first aid kit