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Explore the incredible diversity and wildlife of the Amazon from one of our exceptional wilderness lodges. Canoe the headwaters of the Amazon River to a comfortable wilderness lodge surrounded by a region of megadiversity. Daily hikes and paddles, led by expert resident guides, explore the mysteries and connections of life in the rain forest. You will by thrilled by the chance to ascend a canopy platform or view hundreds of colorful birds at nearby parrot licks. This trip includes your jungle accommodations, round trip air and water transportation from Quito and all guided activities.

Day 1 - Amazon River Journey

Fly 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, board a large, motorized, covered canoe for a scenic two-hour trip down the Napo River. Upon descending into the protected reserves of the Amazon basin, trade your motorized canoe for a smaller dugout canoe powered by local oarsmen. Motorized transport is not allowed so that wildlife isn't disturbed. This paddle can take anywhere from one to three hours depending on wildlife sightings and weather. Along the way watch for mighty Giant Otters, kingfishers, Hoatzins, jacamars, hawks, and monkeys. Upon arrival check into your jungle accommodations, resting peacefully to the sounds of the rain forest.

Accommodations: Napo Wildlife Center or La Selva Jungle Lodge
Included Meals: dinner

Days 2-3 - Amazon Adventure

Spend the next two days exploring the incredible rainforest diversity of the Amazon. A variety of self guided and daily naturalist guided hikes reveal the biodiversity of the region. Waterways also provide a means of exploration among the worlds most biodiverse environment. Your resident guides share their knowledge and insight, learned from years of living in the Amazon. You will gaze in wonder behind protected blinds while hundred or even thousands of parrots, macaws and parakeets gather at important clay licks. In addition, each lodge features a rainforest canopy observation tower providing and eye level view of rain forest birds and wildlife. Travelers who are enthusiastic about birds and rain forest wildlife often add another night.

Accommodations: Napo Wildlife Center or La Selva Jungle Lodge
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 4 - Return to Quito

This morning journey by boat back up the Napo River to Coca for the return flight to Quito. Arrive Quito midday.

Accommodations: n/a
Included Meals: breakfast


Notes on Itinerary: We may occasionally alter itineraries slightly for safety, or to take advantage of weather, wildlife, and unplanned discoveries. Our ability to be spontaneous makes our style of travel unique. As of March 1, 2008 proof of yellow fever vaccinations will be required for Amazon entry.

Single Travelers: Single rates available upon request. Share rates are available.

Land Cost Includes: Flights from Quito to Coca, river transportation to the lodge, accommodations, local guides, entrance fees and meals as specified in itinerary.

Not Included: Airfare to Ecuador, excess baggage charges, taxes and port fees, Quito airport international departure tax, gratuities to Naturalist Staff and crew, items of a personal nature such as alcoholic beverages, and insurance of any kind.

Payment and Cancellation Policy: Please see AdventureSmith Explorations Terms and Conditions. We highly recommend our travelers protect their investment with

Qualifications: These trips will be enjoyed by anyone with a love for nature and the outdoors.


General Information: This trip is subject to AdventureSmith Explorations Terms and Conditions. Please read this information carefully and call us if you have any questions. A packing list, extensive pre-departure and travel insurance information is sent upon confirmation. We strongly recommend the purchase of Trip Insurance through AdventureSmith Explorations. If purchased within 14 days of sign-up, the pre-existing condition exclusion is waived.

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