Where to stay
Amazon rainforest lodges
Ecuador is one of the easiest and best places to visit the Amazon. A short 45 minute flight from Quito takes you to
the heart of the Amazon head-waters. From the frontier oil town of Coca, you will be taken by motorised dug-out canoe to
one of the following lodges set amongst pristine rainforest:
Kapawi Reserve Lodge
The most remote eco-lodge in Ecuador. 20 rustic but comfortable cabins with solar-heated showers. Built in partnership
with Achuar native community.
Please enquire for prices.
Napo Wildlife Centre
The newest and most luxurious lodge in Ecuador. The only lodge within Yasuni National Park, built in partnership with
an Indian community. Set on the shores of a huge lake, with excellent opportunities to watch wildlife including a
tree-tower for birdwatching.
Please enquire for prices.
Sacha Lodge
The most accessible and popular lodge in Ecuador. Comfortable twin-bedded huts in native style with private facilities
and hot water. Lodge is situated on a tranquil lake and boasts two tree-towers and the only canopy walkway in Ecuador.
Please enquire for prices.
Sani Lodge
A more isolated and smaller lodge accommodating only 16 guests on a reserve owned by the local Indian community. Best
value in the region.
Please enquire for prices.
Selva Lodge
A long-established lodge situated on the beautiful Lake Garzacocha. Rustic thatched native-style huts with private
facilities. Accommodates 32 guests.
Please enquire for prices.
Yuturi Lodge
This lodge is situated beside the Yuturi tributary of the Napo River. 15 basic thatched huts with private facilities.
Suitable for birdwatchers or the more adventurous traveller with a lower budget.
Please enquire for prices.
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