CASA DEL SUIZO

Location: This tranquil Amazonian refuge is located on the shore of Napo River.  Perched comfortably above the riverbank and the small Quichua Indian village of Ahuano, La Casa del Suizo overlooks vast expanses of the surrounding tropical rainforest.  Its comfortable accomodations are complimented by a swimming pool and magnificent views. Description: La Casa del Suizo is accessible by road and river.  In the town of Punta Ahuano, a canoe awaits for a 15- minute trip down the Napo River to your final destination. Here one can enjoy the natural wonders of a 300-hectare (750-acre) private reserve, as well as the cultural treasures of the the cultural treasures of Ahuano, located within walking distance. And with all the comforts of home! Each of our comfortable rooms offers 24-hour electricity, hot water, a refreshing ceiling fan and an exquisite view that may be peacefully absorbed from the privacy of one's own terrace. With a magnificent panorama of the Napo visitors may enjoy our swimming pool, outdoor dining area and pool bar, which offers an array of delicious tropical drinks. The hotel's dining rooms offer a wide variety of both Ecuadorian and international dishes, and our buffets cater to vegetarians. International telephone service is conveniently available in our reception area. Activities: There are numerous activities and options to enjoy include: Misicocha hike (a hike through primary & secondary forest to witness numerous birds, insects & plants) Balsa Raft (an adventure downstream) Amazoonico (a non-profit animal rescue station. Quichua village (watch blowpipe demonstrations and the preparation of "chicha" the local equivalent to moonshine. Motorized canoe trip (to soak in the diversity of the rainforest) Tours: 2007 Jungle lodge rates 4-days / 3-nights [any day] 5-days / 4-nights [any day] US $240.00 per person Includes All meals; guided excursions; lodging; native (SPANISH) guides; local taxes. Does not include in/out canoe (US $15); drinks, tips & personal expenses. ENGLISH guide (can be contracted) US $325.00 per person Includes All meals; guided excursions; lodging; native (SPANISH) guides; local taxes. Does not include in/out canoe (US $15); drinks, tips & personal expenses. ENGLISH guide (can be contracted) 2008 Jungle lodge rates 4-days / 3-nights [any day] 5-days / 4-nights [any day] rate to be confirmed Includes All meals; guided excursions; lodging; native (SPANISH) guides; local taxes. Does not include in/out canoe (US $15); drinks, tips & personal expenses. ENGLISH guide (can be contracted) rate to be confirmed Includes All meals; guided excursions; lodging; native (SPANISH) guides; local taxes. Does not include in/out canoe (US $15); drinks, tips & personal expenses. ENGLISH guide (can be contracted)

EL JARDIN ALEMAN

Location: The lodge is surrounded by 100 hectares primary and secondary rainforest on the banks of the Napo River.  The resort istself is built on 5 hectares, located on the banks of Misahuallí River, a tributary of Napo River , which forms after about 1400 km, in Perú, the Amazon. Description: These rivers (Misahulli & Napo) are so called White Waters. That means that they or their tributaries rise in the Andes Mountains and they always carry sediments along. This is also why they are relatively entrophic and they look muddy and dirty because of the stirred up sediments. The opposite is Black Water. These rivers or lakes rise in the Amazon Basin by ground or rainwater; because of weathering of plants, they are very acid and dark, but clear and oligotrophic water. Sample itinerary: Day 1: Arrive to the Lodge by public or private transportation. If you are in time you will make a short walk around the Lodge. Dinner and overnight. Day 2: Breakfast at 8.00 a.m. After breakfast receive your life vest and cushion for the canoe trip. Departure 9.00 a.m. from the beach of the Lodge. Canoe ride on the Misahualli and Napo River. Visit to Indians earning their live by gold panning (tip per canoe 2.- US$). Arrive to the PROTECTED FOREST "MISICOCHA" of the Jungle Lodge El Jardin Aleman and hike in the forest. Admire the extraordinary flora and the exotic sounds of the primary rainforest. If you are lucky see toucans, oropendulos, parrots and small monkeys. Your local Indian guide will explain you flora and fauna of the Amazon Region with special emphasis to medicinal plants.                     Lunch in a typical hut with a wonderful view over the Napo river. Embark the canoe and ride upstream to visit the Indian village Muyuna and see how to prepare "chicha", a fermented yuca drink and if you like taste it (tip per canoe 3.- US$). Here you can buy also handicraft made by the Indians. You continue your canoe ride direction Shamans home. Visit the  local witch-doctor and experience a magical world. Learn about the medicinal plants, see a cleaning ceremony and experience the blow pipe, a traditional form of hunting. Return to the  Lodge by canoe. Dinner and overnight Day 3: Breakfast at 8.00 a.m.. You start your  jungle hike at 9.00 a.m.  Your native guide will explain the typical plants of this area and their daily use. See banana, coffee, coco and much more.  During you hike you pass through a labyrinth of high rocks with caves and amazing vegetation. Lunch at Lodge. In the afternoon at 3.00 p.m. you will walk along the Misahualli river to the small village of Pununo where we cross a suspended bridge over  and enter the territory of the Indian Community of "Alto Pununo". See how the Indian live and work. Continue to the bridge of the Pununo river and go back to on the left shore of the Misahualli river to the Pununo Community. Back to Lodge .Dinner and overnight.         Day 4: Breakfast at 8.00 a.m.. Today you will walk to the silicon mine on the Misahualli river. Silicon is a white sand used to make glass and ceramic. At this area you will find three different water coming out of the ground: white water with sulpha, black water with petrol and normal spring water. The smell of sulpha attracts a lot of butterflies and other tropical insects. It is also a preferred place for parrots. This is geologically one of the oldest areas of the Alto Napo Region. Back to Lodge for lunch.  In the afternoon visit to the village Misahualli. Here you can observe a group of cappuccino monkeys on the beach and at the central plaza. Visit a butterfly farm and learn about the life cycle of the most colourful and fragile insects (entrance fee 2.- per person). Back to Lodge for dinner and overnight.    Day 5: Departure after breakfast. 5 days/ 4 nights: as described 4 days/ 3 nights: service ends after breakfast day 4 3 days/ 2 nights: service ends after breakfast day 3 Activities: Accommodation, services and facilities at El Jardin Aleman include: 20 double rooms with private bathroom Restaurant and bar Jacuzzi with sun terrace River beach Pool-billiards Satellite TV in the hall Chapel Laundry Service Private parking place Electricity 110V/60 Hz Doctor and Drugstore in 2 km Jungle tours in canoe and by  foot Tours: 2007 & 2008 Jungle lodge rates 2, 3 & 4-night options [any day] Plan 1 person 2-3 people 4-9 people 10+ people Heliconia 2N US $158 3N US $242 4N US $323 2N $153 3N $227 4N $300 2N $150 3N $220 4N $278 2N $132 3N $188 4N $244 Orquidia 2N US $556 3N US $691 4N US $867 2N $358 3N $457 4N $570 2N $261 3N $367 4N $462 2N $229 3N $319 4N $396 Tucan 3N US $297 (Friday to Monday) 4N US $373 (Monday to Friday) Includes Accommodation in double room  All meals Tours as described   Native guide (Spanish) Does not include Drinks and beverage Entrance fees ($1.50 Butterfly lick / $2.00 Museum / $2.00 Waterfalls) Equipment (Rubber boots and raincoats for rent $1.00 per day per person) English speaking guide ($45 per day - included in Plan Orquidia) Transport Quito - Lodge - Quito

LIANA LODGE

Location: Located near the community of Puerto Barantilla (south of Puerto Napo - in the Tena region).  With their canoe they await your arrival on the river shore at Puerto Barantilla at an agreed time, usually in the early afternoon. From there you are taken two kilometers downstream in wide and safe motor canoes until we reach our lodge. After your welcome drink they will show you to your cabin. In the evening, at our inviting open fire, they can arrange your tours during your stay with us. Description: The Lodge has a maximum of 35 guests in 12 double rooms, 1 quadruple, 1 triple room and one family cabin.   Overall they have 8 semi-attached double cabins for guests, one central building with reception area, restaurant and bar, as well as 2 smaller staff buildings.  In the rainforest there is no electricity. For this reason you can enjoy tranquil evenings with candle light and the sounds of the forest. All of our cabins are made out of local materials. You will be surprised how comfortable they are. They are built on stilts and are mainly made out of bamboo with traditional palm thatched roofs, creating a lovely flair.   From your cabin you have a lovely view of the river and all cabins have their own spacious terrace, from which you can watch the sun go down while resting in your hammock. The bathroom is tiled, with warm shower, toilette and wash basin. Every room has an ensuite bathroom. The water arrives from a cristal clear spring behind the lodge.  To allow better air circulation in the rooms we have replaced windows with mosquito meshes. This and the palm thatched roofs create a cooler room temperature and you might even need a woollen blanket at night. Activities: AmaZOOnico - Visit of the rescue center for animals which is situated at 30 minute walk from Liana Lodge. (it's possible to go by canoe as well). The team of volunteers will show you the selva's animals : monkeys, parrots, ocelots... Most of the animals live free, however, some of them are kept in cages for their own security. After the tour, you will have the opportunity to go to the bar and the small shop which presents the kichwa's artisanal work. Mirador - You will discover the jungle in walking to the Mirador, where you have a wonderfull view over the Island Anaconda and the village of Ahuano. Rio Rodriguez - Discovering the protected area of Selva Viva, you arrive at the Rio Rodriguez where you can relax by enjoying your meal served in leaves of platanillos and taking a bath. All over the day, the kichwa guide shares his knowledge about the flora and fauna with you. He explains to you which plants are used by the kichwas for medicine and which one for roof construction, blowguns and so on. Concerning the fauna, you will have the opportunity to observe an interesting variety of insects (butterfly, ants, termite) and maybe amphibias. However, the chances that you see bigger mamals are small because usually they are night-active or very discreet. Balsa Raft - By canoe, you go up the Rio Arajuno until the Rio Cosano. On a small beach, you build a kichwa traditional raft on which you can float down the Rio to Liana Lodge. It is as well possible to swim beside the raft. Ceibo Trees - the guide shows you the astonishing insectes and the flora of the Selva. On the way you will meet the Ceibo, one of the biggest tree in Amazonia, with its impressive buttress roots. Gold panning - By canoe, you will reach a beach of black sand. Over there, the guide will show you how they pan for gold ... and you will have the opportunity to try for yourself. With a bit a luck, you will find gold! Tours: 4-days / 3-nights [any day]  *other lengths availble 5-days / 4-nights [any day] *other lengths availble US $200.00 per person Includes All meals; guided excursions; lodging; bilingual & native guides; aquatic transportation from Puerto Barabtilla; local taxes. Does not include Transportation to/from Quito; drinks, tips & personal expenses. US $250.00 per person Includes All meals; guided excursions; lodging; bilingual & native guides; aquatic transportation from Puerto Barabtilla; local taxes. Does not include Transportation to/from Quito; drinks, tips & personal expenses..

MID-RANGE AMAZON LODGE TOURS ....

SANI LODGE
Location: Coca Description: Sani Lodge is truly a one of a kind Ecuador eco-lodge dedicated to ecotourism, environmental conservation, and community in the Amazon rainforest of Ecuador. Sani Lodge is owned and operated by members of the Sani community, meaning that with their extensive knowledge of the Amazon wildlife and biodiversity they can give Sani Lodge guests the true experience of the Ecuadorian Amazon jungle. In addition to providing excellent service to its guests, Sani Lodge participates in community ecotourism - profits from the jungle lodge are reinvested into the community, improving the lives of all who live there. Tour options: DEPARTURES Any day of the week # NIGHTS 3 to 7 night packages GETTING THERE By air (recommended) or land 2007 RATES from US $390.00 (3-nights) to US $900.00 (7-nights)

TAPIR LODGE

Location: The Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve lies in the northeastern corner of Ecuador’s Amazon rainforest. It is a biodiversity hotspot, home to one of the world’s greatest concentrations of distinct animal and plant species.  A complex system of alluvial formations, 13 lagoons, rivers and flooded forest make up the 603,000 ha site, recording some of the highest levels of Biodiversity in the World. One highlight of any once-in-a-lifetime visit to Ecuador's stunning rainforest region are the flooded forests of Igapo at the heart of the Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve.  The Cuyabeno Reserve has more than 520 different species of birds; 60 species of orchids; over 350 species of fish; a big variety of reptiles such as anacondas, caimans and river turtles. As well as the 12,000 estimated species of plant found within the reserve, many species of mammals including the incredible tapir (Tapirus terrestris), which lends its name to our exclusive Lodge. The Reserve is also home to a number of rare species including the mythical pink river dolphin, the Hoatzin or the harpy-eagle with its eight-foot wing-span.  Because the Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve belongs to the National Protected Areas System, only very few Tour Operators are qualified to work in this zone. This is reason enough not to find a lot of tourists visiting this area, so we are able to enjoy nature and its great sounds. Description: Tapir Lodge is a complex of a bungalow, built following the Quichua construction guidelines, a marvelous 15 m tower and a social area including a restaurant serving delicious food, and a bar. All this was constructed next to the Cuyabeno River. The first tower has four double rooms and the second 8 double rooms. Each room is comfortable equipped, with private bathroom, hot water, each with its own balcony and hammocks. The bungalow with 4 double rooms and 2 quadruple rooms is comfortable and spacious.   All rooms have private bathrooms, hot water and a mosquito net over every bed. Experience the jungle from our 15 m towers and enjoy the rainforest directly from your own room. Wake up in the morning with a monkey troop crossing the nearby Kapok Trees or relax in your hammock while having great views of the beautiful Cuyabeno River. Activities: Birdwatching - Cuyabeno is a privileged place for birding. Boasting a birdlist of more than 520 species of birds, Cuyabeno is a delight for seasoned as well as beginner birdwatchers. Canoeing - Located in the heart of a lagoon complex and flooded forest, Tapir Lodge employs local dugout canoes as the only transportation around the area. Caiman watching - When the night comes, we will jump in our canoes and with our flashlights we will search for Caimans.  Four species of caimans inhabit the reserve, the biggest being the black caiman (Melanosuchus niger) measuring up to 5 meters long, but this type of caiman is a rather shy and rarely seen. The most common is the spectacled caiman (Caiman crocodilus) measuring up to 3 meters. Piranha fishing (catch and release) - Fishing has become one of the favorite activities among our guests. Even if you can't catch anything, fishing in the afternoon is a great time to relax while looking at the most beautiful sunsets you will ever see and listening to the exotic sounds of the rainforest. Jungle treks - In our jungle hikes we walk under the canopy and experience the primary forest from within.  Our excursions will take you through pristine Terra Firme and "cananguchal" (temporarily flooded forest) ecosystems. Our guides will help you to understand the complexity of the forest and its relations. Walking through very dense vegetation, we will listen to the wonderful voices of the rainforest, we might even bump into the shy Tapir ( Tapirus terrestris ). Indian communities - Tapir Lodge works together with the Siona community of Puerto Bolivar. The Siona have lived in harmony with the jungle for centuries and nowadays they have chosen the eco-tourism activities in order to improve their live standards and protect the environment. Shamanism - Learn more about these millenary communities with their Shamans. Walk through the forest in company of a Shaman apprentice and learn the medicinal uses of plants. Be part of a traditional healing ceremony or simply talk with these knowledgeable and friendly men. Tours: 4-days / 3-nights [Friday to Monday] 5-days / 4-nights [Monday to Friday] US $405.00 per person US $120.00 (Quito-Lago Agrio-Quito airline tkt) Includes Fluvial transportation; Accommodation; Full meals; Guided excursions; Local bilingual guide; Life vests; rubber boots and rain coats; taxes Does not include Meals and services not specified drinks and personal expenses. US $540.00 per person US $120.00 (Quito-Lago Agrio-Quito airline tkt) Includes Fluvial transportation; Accommodation; Full meals; Guided excursions; Local bilingual guide; Life vests; rubber boots and rain coats; taxes Does not include Meals and services not specified drinks and personal expenses

YACHANA LODGE

Location: FUNEDSIN constructed Yachana Lodge in 1995.  Located in the community of Mondaña, two hours upriver from Coca in a motorized canoe, Yachana Lodge is a unique ecotourism site. Description: Proceeds from your stay help support the work of FUNEDESIN, a non-profit foundation whose goal is the protection of the rainforest through the education and empowerment of its people.  Learn how FUNEDESIN is accomplishing their mission. Visit the health clinic, which serves the 8,000 people of the region. Watch as the food processing team makes jam and other natural food products for export.     Cabin and Lodge Services: Towels, bedding, and soap are provided in your room. All the rooms and cabins have private bathrooms with hot water showers. 17 Double Rooms (2 or 3 people): Two or three single beds, full bathroom, closets, and balcony overlooking the Napo River with a table, chairs, and hammock. Lighting is provided by solar power. Meals: One of the pleasures of staying at Yachana Lodge is the food prepared by our specially trained local cooks. You will have the opportunity to taste local foods prepared traditionally as well as western foods. We are proud of our excellent soups (an Ecuadorian specialty), homemade breads and freshly squeezed juices. The meals are primarily vegetarian with chicken or fish being served occasionally.  Get a taste of the Amazon! Electric Energy: Energy consumed in the kitchen, bathrooms, bedrooms, cabins, dining room, and conference room is provided by solar power. Kerosene lanterns are used along the walkways. Water: The water comes from natural springs and is purified for use in food preparation and in all other areas of the lodge. The water is pure and can be used directly from the taps in the rooms. Conference Room: Our meeting room, located on the second floor, has solar powered lights so that you can read or meet comfortably in the evenings. Guests are welcome to sign out books from our library.  The area contains a library, chairs, white board, and balcony with a magnificent view overlooking the river. Documentary Videos: Our video library includes films dealing permaculture, ceramic artesanía in the Amazon, and the community developmental work of FUNEDESIN. Gift Shop: The gift shop contains a variety of local artisanry and handicrafts, ceramics, T-shirts, hats, jams, and coffee mugs, as well as basic supplies such as insect repellent and toothpaste. Shop hours are posted on the door of the shop. Bar: Our bar offers beer, wine, soft drinks, and mineral water (additional cost). Activities: Aguasanta Market - a local market where you can interact with the local community. Hikes - through primary rainforest to discover the immense biodiversity of the Ecuadorian jungle. Traditional Amazon healer - participate in a traditional cleansing ceremony, view native fishing methods & try your skills at using a blow gun or spear. Indigenous community - visit a typical indigenous house & learn directly their way of life. Birdwatching & canoe trips Ecotourism projects - health care, Micro-enterprise & agricultural projects (jams, coffee, chocolate etc) Tours: 4-days / 3-nights [Friday to Monday] 5-days / 4-nights [Monday to Friday] US $405.00 per person US $120.00 (Quito-Coca-Quito airline ticket) Includes Fluvial transportation; Accommodation; Full meals; Guided excursions; Local bilingual guide; Life vests; rubber boots and rain coats; taxes Does not include Meals and services not specified drinks and personal expenses. US $540.00 per person US $120.00 (Quito-Coca-Quito airline ticket) Includes Fluvial transportation; Accommodation; Full meals; Guided excursions; Local bilingual guide; Life vests; rubber boots and rain coats; taxes Does not include Meals and services not specified drinks and personal expenses

DELUXE AMAZON LODGE TOURS ....

KAPAWI

Location: Located in one of the most biodiverse regions in the world, Kapawi lodge is located on the Pastaza River near the southern Ecuadorian border with Peru.  Its pristine and isolated situation in the Amazon Basin can only be accessed by air. Description: The lagoon varies in water level throughout the year's season and provides the perfect setting for your accommodations. The lodge accommodates up to 50 guests and was built in accordance to the Achuar concept of architecture. They offer 20 double and triple rooms with private bathrooms, sun heated showers and electricity provided by a solar panel system. Every room has a wide terrace. One thing you should kept keep in mind during your stay here at Kapawi is that you are in the “jungle”. Insects are by far the most numerous form of life in this habitat, even though the rooms are screened through the walls and floors, you may have some unwanted “guests” in your cabin.  The rooms are attractive and come with balconies, hammocks, private bath and mosquito netting. Activities: A day in Kapawi starts at 6:00, hot drinks and a light snack will wake you up, for a short hike in the forest or an early morning canoe trip for bird watching in the banks of the Capahuari river or to visit the parrots salt lick. Passengers will be back for breakfast at 8:00, then at 9:00 approximately passengers depart for a morning activity which will take them back to the lodge at 13:00 for lunch or you can take the lunch along to enjoy a beautiful picnic in the forest and being back to the lodge at 17:00 approximately. For passengers who decide to have lunch at the lodge they will start their afternoon activity at 15:00. At 19:00 a briefing with the guides will be scheduled every day. Dinner is served at 19:30. At 20:30 passengers will have the opportunity to do a night hike, a caiman watching or to receive a lecture about the rainforest or the Achuar life. Sleep at night in the community or camping are also available upon request to the guides. The Lodge provides multiple activities in programs that are characterized by their flexibility: we allow you to design day by day, with the rest of your group and your guide, the most suitable program for your interests and desired activity level. Most itineraries include visits to the Achuar communities, hikes in the rain forest, canoeing, bird watching, and other activities. According to your interests and physical condition (but not your age!), we offer three alternative programs: easy, moderate, and difficult. These programs depend mainly on the distance and time you would like to spend on our trails; all other activities can be included in any program. Tours: 4-days / 3-nights [Friday to Monday] 5-days / 4-nights [Monday to Friday] US $670.00 per person US $224.00 (Quito - Kapawi - Quito airline ticket) Includes The excursion rate includes accommodation in the lodge, all meals and guided excursions in the rain forests. Visits to Achuar communities, trips in motorized canoes or excursions on inflatable kayaks or rafts. Birdwatching activities and lectures are also offered. The transportation rate includes transportation Quito-Kapawi-Quito and baggage handling Does not include Achuar community fee: US$10.00 per passenger Any other National or International tax Soft beverages, alcoholic drinks or souvenirs. Government taxes are not include. US $895.00 per person US $224.00 (Quito - Kapawi - Quito airline ticket) Includes The excursion rate includes accommodation in the lodge, all meals and guided excursions in the rain forests. Visits to Achuar communities, trips in motorized canoes or excursions on inflatable kayaks or rafts. Birdwatching activities and lectures are also offered. The transportation rate includes transportation Quito-Kapawi-Quito and baggage handling Does not include Achuar community fee: US$10.00 per passenger Any other National or International tax Soft beverages, alcoholic drinks or souvenirs. Government taxes are not include.

SACHA LODGE

Location: Sacha Lodge is located 50 miles downstream from the port town of Coca and twenty minutes from the banks of the majestic Napo River. Description: The lodging at Sacha was carefully designed to offer comfort to the traveler yet preserve the environment and rainforest ambience. All of our cabins, with high thatched roofs and private shaded terraces, are constructed with traditional materials and nestle well concealed into the lush surroundings. Each of 26 the rooms, which include single, double and (upon request) triple accommodations, provides a private bathroom with flushing toilet and hot shower. All cabins are screened against insects, and contain ceiling fans above two comfortable double beds. During free time, visitors may overlook the jungle from hammocks and often report seeing wild fauna such as toucans, agoutis and monkeys right from their own cabin! Guests may also enjoy a raised lookout above our main bar and lounge, which offers a scenic view of Pilchicocha Lake and excellent opportunities to birdwatch. Activities: The Canopy Walk A new and much anticipated addition to Sacha's activities is our 940-foot (275-meter) long canopy walkway. At approximately 94 feet (30 meters) above the ground, imagine exploring the rainforest up in the treetops! The Kapok Tower One of Sacha Lodge's original attractions and an all-time favorite of our guests is the famous 135-foot (43-meter) kapok observation tower. Situated on a hill and constructed around a giant kapok tree for stability, this tower allows guests another opportunity to climb into and above the rainforest canopy for a magnificent view of the surrounding area. The Butterfly House Sacha Lodge is home to one of the largest butterfly farms in Ecuador. Designed as a live exhibition conservatory, the Butterfly House is now successfully breeding nearly 40 local butterfly species! Guests will be shown how these beautiful insects are bred and raised, and later be free to wander through “the flying room”, where hundreds of colorful butterflies flutter from flower to flower. Transparent glass-wing butterflies, spectacular blue morphs, striking tiger longwings, bright yellow swallowtails and giant nocturnal owl butterflies are only a few of the species you'll encounter here, up close and personal. The Yasuní Parrot Lick At a short distance from Sacha Lodge is Ecuador's most accessible parrot lick, an exposed clay riverbank where brightly colored parrots of several different species gather in the early morning. Wildlife Anyone who has ever planned to visit the rainforest has at least once asked: “What animals will I see there?” There is an incredibly high diversity of species found around Sacha Lodge, and we are sure that you will have the opportunity to see many fascinating creatures here. However, the wild is unpredictable and no two visits are ever the same! Monkeys are seen quite frequently, but how many of the 8 species found here will cross your path? They range in size from the tiny half pound pygmy marmoset to the noisy 17 pound red howler monkey, and night monkeys can be found in groups as small as 2 while squirrel monkeys can travel in groups of more than 150. And besides monkeys, there may be as many as 60 other species of mammals within our reserve (not including up to 50 species of bats)! So keep your eyes open, and maybe you'll spot an anteater, a 3-toed sloth, or even an ocelot as you explore their natural habitat. Tours: 4-days / 3-nights [Friday to Monday] 5-days / 4-nights [Monday to Friday] US $645.00 per person US $120.00 (Quito-Coca-Quito airline ticket) Includes All meals; guided excursions; lodging; bilingual & native guides; aquatic transportation; local taxes. Does not include Drinks, tips & personal expenses. US $790.00 per person US $120.00 (Quito-Coca-Quito airline ticket) Includes All meals; guided excursions; lodging; bilingual & native guides; aquatic transportation; local taxes. Does not include Drinks, tips & personal expenses.

LA SELVA - A great jungle experience

Location: Located in the heart of the Amazon basin of Ecuador, about 60 miles down the Napo River (one of the main tributaries of the Amazon) from Coca and one mile in land from the river itself.  Coca is used as the starting point for all tours, be it the Coca airport (for flights from Quito) or the Coca bus terminal (for those arriving by land). Description: Situated on the edge of a lake in the heart of primary forest, along the Rio Napo, this lodge won the Ecotourism Award at the World Congress on Tourism and the Environment years before many other lodges were even giving responsible tourism a thought.  The lodge provides guided tours of the rainforest with trained Naturalist guides and Native assistants.  However, there are many other options available and you can create your own itinerary, including swimming, fishing, bird-watching or simple relaxing. The lodge is perched above the forest floor on stilts and connected with raised walkways.  The thatched-roofed bamboo bungalows are the perfect setting for exploring the wonders of the pristine nature.  The cabins are located on a hill overlooking Garazcocha Lake - a private, 100% natural lake where only guests have access.Guests are divided into groups of no more than 8, according to the interests.  La Selva has a total capacity for 44 visitors, in the following cabins: 12 Double cabins (with twin beds) 1 Single cabin (one double bed) 1 Triple cabin (three single beds) 1 Quadruple cabin (one double bed & two single beds) 1 Family cabin (one double bed & 5 single beds) Activities: There are numerous activities and options to enjoy include: Walk to Silverio's House (2 to 3 hour hike through mainly primary forest passing huts of indigenous neighbours along the Napo River) Mandicocha Trail (an easy trail filled with wildlife) Mandicocha-Mandiyacu (3 to 4 hour trip that includes a 90 minute trip in paddle canoes) El Salado (2 hour excursion combined with a picnic lunch for a possibility to see parrots, parakeets & macaws in their thousands) Piliche Trail (see enormous colony of leafcutter ants) Night excursions (canoe & walking trips to see such wildlife as caiman, monkeys, insects & owls) 135-foot Observation Tower (a bird's-eye view of the surroundings) Butterfly Farm (close to the lodge, watch & photograph butterflies at close range) Ruth's Trail (a good place to look for jaguars) Tours: 4-days / 3-nights [Friday to Monday / Wednesday to Saturday] 5-days / 4-nights [Monday to Friday / Saturday to Wednesday] US $697.00 per person Includes Quito & Coca airport assistance; transportation to/from Coca airport to lodge; all meals; guided excursions; lodging; bilingual & native guides. Does not include airline ticket (Quito-Coca-Quito); Yasuni National Park entrance fee (US $25 per person); bar consumption & personal expenses. US $832.00 per person Includes Quito & Coca airport assistance; transportation to/from Coca airport to lodge; all meals; guided excursions; lodging; bilingual & native guides. Does not include airline ticket (Quito-Coca-Quito); Yasuni National Park entrance fee (US $25 per person); bar consumption & personal expenses.

NAPO WILDLIFE CENTER

Location: To get to Napo Wildlife Center, guests fly by jet from Quito to the town of Coca (officially known as Francisco de Orellana ) on the Napo River. After a short drive from the airport to the dock, we board a large, motorized, covered canoe for a scenic two-hour trip down the Napo River. Upon arriving at the entrance to the NWC Reserve, we switch to smaller, dugout canoes and are paddled up the blackwater creek to the lake and lodge (no motorized transport is allowed on the creek or lake so that wildlife isn't disturbed). Description: This ecotourism project includes a conservation of aproximately 82 square miles of the most pristine Amazon rain forest within the Yasuni National Park. The lodge consists of 10 luxury cabañas and a large dining hall with a library and a well-stocked bar.  Attached to the bar is a 50-foot viewing tower from which you can see the Andes on a clear day!  The lodge itself is beautiful with local architecture, hardwood floors and well considered amenities. Nearby blinds built at parrot clay licks bring the action to you, a 120-foot canopy tower deep in the forest allows you to experience the life above the forest floor, and the natural attractions are simply unmatched in Amazonian Ecuador.  Monkeys, Parrots, and Giant Otters during the day, with the comfort of a hot shower, tasty dinner, and a cold beer at the end of the day. This is the way to see the rainforest in luxury, and is just what you have been looking for.... Activities: Parrot Clay Lick Dining Room Tower Professional Canopy Tower Lakes & Creeks Forest Trails & HIkes Birdwatching Añangu Community Tours: 4-days / 3-nights [Friday to Monday] 5-days / 4-nights [Monday to Friday] US $650.00 per person US $120.00 (Quito - Coca - Quito airline ticket) Includes Coca airport assistance; transportation to/from Coca airport to lodge; all meals; Yasuni National Park entrance fee; guided excursions; lodging; bilingual & native guides. Does not include Drink, gratuities & personal expenses.