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This unique Amazon experience enables you to experience the jungle in a unique way. Cuyabeno is one of the most biodiverse nature reserves on Earth. There, you can spot over 500 bird species, 100 mammals, and over 400,000 plant species. In addition, enjoy local food, canoe rides, paddling, and swimming for the more adventurous!
During those 5 days, you will learn more about the 5 indigenous ethnic groups living along the banks. Waita Lodge is the only community-based lodge of the reserve. Therefore, by booking with Ecuatraveling, you contribute to the economic growth of the area. On top of that, Waita is an ecolodge, so staying there ensures environmental conservation and cultural preservation. Those are extremely important since Cuyabeno Reserve is under threat from the oil industry and deforestation and it is critical to ensure its sustainability through travel!
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Waita Lodge
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Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve
Ready for your 5-day Amazon tour? Meet us at Meeting Point Restaurant (formerly Blue Planet) in Lago Agrio at 8:00 AM. A bus ride and scenic canoe trip will take you to Waita Lodge, where you’ll enjoy wildlife sightings and an immersive rainforest experience, including a night walk to spot insects, snakes, and more.
Waita Lodge
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Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve
Our activity starts at 6:00 - the best time to spot birds. We take our rowing canoe through small lakes to enjoy the sunrise. We have the opportunity to observe many species of birds and mammals. We then return to our Lodge to enjoy a delicious breakfast. Later, we go on a walk of 3 hrs. Our local guide will share his knowledge about the use of medicinal plants that his ancestors have transmitted through generations and provide explanations about the fauna and flora of the area. Back at the Lodge, we have a delicious lunch. At 16:30, we take again our canoe to navigate around the lagoon of the Ceibo, «giant tree of the jungle». We can admire the forest flooded by black water, also called Igapo. Afterwards, we visit the San Francisco river, a narrow white water river surrounded by exuberant vegetation and unique species of birds. When it gets dark, we venture downstream in search of caimans and nocturnal animals (fishing bats, tree boas, nocturnal birds, etc.).
Waita Lodge
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Cuyabeno Reserve
At 5:45, we take the canoe to enjoy the awakening of nature. We navigate with the motor canoe for about 1h30 downstream Cuyabeno River. On the way, we can observe birds starting their day. Once at the saladero (a clay bank full of nutrient-exposed river banks), we can witness 5 species of colorful parrots and parakeets feed on clay. After enjoying this wonderful morning, we return to our Lodge for breakfast. We take a rest and hop in our motorized canoe once again, direction to the bocana, where the two rivers meet. Here, we are able to admire the freshwater dolphins and the different colorations of the water. In the afternoon, we canoe-ride to the Bird Observation Tower. This tower is built around one of the largest trees in the area, a Ceibo tree. From the top of the tower, at 28 m (92 ft) high, we have a breathtaking view of the Canopy and the fauna. Before returning to our Lodge for dinner, we go for a short night walk around the tower in search of new species of insects.
Waita Lodge
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Cuyabeno Reserve
Once again, we prepare to go in search of new adventures and new species of birds to enrich a little more our "check list". After a breakfast at 7:00, we will take our rowing canoe down the Cuyabeno River until we reach the San Francisco River. After our boat ride, we will enjoy a box lunch and then take the Terra Firme trail for a 3-hour walk. The guide will share his knowledge about the flora and fauna of the area and we will return to our camp.
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve
That day being our last one in this wonderful place, we will go on a forest excursion or canoe ride to witness the awakening of this incredible nature one last time. After breakfast, you must prepare your luggage for the return trip. We will sail 30 minutes downstream on the Cuyabeno river and then take the Aguarico river upstream for 3 hours until we reach Tierras Orientales. We will have lunch while waiting for our transportation back to Lago Agrio. We will arrive at approximately 15:00 and you will be able to either take the bus or the plane back to Quito.
Equipment (ponchos, rubber boots, life jackets)
Lodging in traditional cabins, private bathroom, biodegradable soap
Tea, coffee, chocolate available all day
Transportation Lago Agrio - Cuyabeno - Lago Agrio
Happy hour: 18:30 p.m. to 21:00 p.m. free Caipirinha in our bar
Bilingual naturalist guide: English/Spanish
Transportation Quito - Lago Agrio - Quito (bus or plane)
Additional beverages
Visit to Birdwatching Observation Tower - $6 per passenger
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KD2613,,9 thg 12, 2024
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I always wanted to go deep into the rainforest to experience nature as raw as it comes. It was beyond my expectations. The travel to Waita lodge is long, but 100% worth it. The last 3 hours in the canoe are actually amazing already. Waita lodge is further down the ever compared with other Cuyabeno lodges. It is owned by local families, and managed with help from experienced guides and travel agents. Everything is arranged for you. The activities are fun (you will see tons of animals) and the food is very nice. However remote the lodge is, it is still very comfortable. Beds were good, and showers were warm. The days are full of activities, but you will be well-rested by the end of the trip. I can only say that if you wait for a sign to book this tour: this is it. Just do it, you will not regret it.



43milax,,21 thg 9, 2024
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Perfect!!! Excellent stay with Waita Lodge. The staff is very attentive and is amazingly kind. Our Guide Diego spoke English and surprised us with so much knowledge. We felt right at home. Comfort was on appointment and the food very good (congratulations to the cook!). Top organization. Thank you to the whole team for filling our eyes with stars. A minimum stay of 5 days is essential.
svaddl,,25 thg 5, 2023
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Great experience. Super guide and staff. Secluded from all the other lodges. Great food and lots of tours.





danieldW6061OD,,24 thg 12, 2019
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Amazing stay with best guides. Not a single hour of boredom, plenty of animals seen, a lot of knowledge gained, much fun had :) A lot of tasty food suplied. Accomodation was great with some visits of wildlife (mosquito nets kept us safe). Life changing experience for sure. Thank you.
travn00n,,1 thg 8, 2019
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I did a four day Amazon tour with the Cuyabeno Dolphin Lodge and had an amazing time! I booked my tour with Ecuatraveling and was hesitant at first because of the lack of reviews on the lodge, however the lodge did not disappoint! Our guide was very knowledgeable about the area and was able to speak in fluent english as well as spanish. The accommodations were good, especially for being in the middle of the Jungle. The beds had bed nets and were were provided with towels, as well as a biodegradable soap, ect. Everyday someone would come and clean each room too. The food was tasty and filling as well. The area was absolutely beautiful and despite the rain, we were still able to do all the activities and have an excellent time. Don't let the lack of reviews deter you from booking a stay with them. This lodge is fantastic and I, along with everyone in my group, had the time of our lives!
Lukesdavis,,19 thg 7, 2019
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Thanks heaps to all the great team at Ecuatraveling, they did a great job and helped me out with a bunch of other activities around Ecuador. I ended up extending my 4 day trip to a 5 day trip and absolutely loved it. Thanks again guys!
Vaillantises,,9 thg 3, 2019
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Great experience in the Cuyabeno reserve. Tons of animals (Toucans, caimans, pink dolphins, snakes, frogs, spiders, monkeys...etc) Great home team. A big thank you to the Captain of the boat who always smiles and a good eye to see the animals. The day in the community was excellent, learning how to make bread with Yuca and meeting the Shaman. Swimming from the pontoon or in the lagoon. Great experience
Thomas G,,13 thg 10, 2018
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I stayed 5 days / 4 nights at Cuyabeno Dolphin Lodge and I do not regret my choice. Far from everything and disconnected this experience will remain for me an unforgettable moment! 5 days of calm and tranquility, surrounded by nature! If you are looking for great luxury and your usual comfort pass your way because even if the rooms are clean and comfortable and the food correct you should expect something rather summary. But what an experience: Boat rides along the Cuyabeno River, hikes in the forest (day and night) in search of local wildlife (if you are lucky you can observe anacondas, boas, caimans, monkeys, sloths, pink dolphins and much more...), swimming in the lagoon at sunset. If you are not in a hurry, opt for the 5-day stay that will allow you to take a 3-hour walk (rowing) along the Cuyabeno River: this activity will give another dimension to your stay. Thank you to Galo and Tamara (guides) and all the staff at Cuyabeno Dolphin Lodge for this moment that will be among my best memories of Ecuador!
Sigurd B,,21 thg 2, 2018
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I went on a 4 night 5 days tour to the Cuyabeno. The tour was everything that I could have hoped for. We saw a lot of wildlife and had a great time with the local guides. I would definitely recommend everybody going on this trip. And if you have the time take the extra 5th day, once you there you might as well get the full experience. Thank you to Ecuatraveling for an extraordinary experience!!!
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