LAGARTOCOCHA
5 Days & 4 Nights - DEEP IN THE JUNGLE
This is the most adventurous tour into the Ecuadorian Amazon rainforest in our program and includes camps in different places deep in the Cuyabeno Reserve. The tour explores the upper and lower parts of the reserve, with canoe rides along the Cuyabeno & Aguarico Rivers until the border with Peru and exploring the Lagartococha area.
Lagartococha forms part of the flooded areas has been included in the list of Wetlands of Importance on the planet by the RAMSAR Convention since 2017.
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day by day - Lagartococha - 5 days / 4 nights
DEPARTURES ANY DAY WITH A MINIMUM OF 4 PASSENGERS
Day 1 - Aguarico River Navigation - Kiwcha Campsite
Your Amazon adventure starts from Quito with two options: fly to Coca or take an overnight bus to Tarapoa. Upon arrival, transfer to the Aguarico River, where the tour begins at 12:15 PM.
As we navigate the Aguarico River, enjoy a box lunch and observe the surrounding indigenous communities. After 3 hours, we enter the Cuyabeno River, home to rich biodiversity and pink river dolphins.
Upon reaching the Kiwcha campsite, set up camp and explore the rainforest. Climb the Kichwa tower for panoramic views and birdwatching. Later, enjoy a night walk to discover the rainforest’s nocturnal life before a hearty dinner and a briefing for the next day’s activities.
Day 2 - Kichwa Territory - Lagartococha
Awake to the sounds of the rainforest and join an early morning search for monkeys and various bird species, a perfect time to experience the vibrant wildlife. After a healthy breakfast, explore the rainforest on a walk, learning about its delicate ecosystem and medicinal plants.
Return to camp before continuing downstream to witness the striking confluence of the Cuyabeno and Aguarico rivers. Then, navigate for 3 ½ hours towards the Peruvian border, reaching the Lagartococha River for a scenic box lunch.
Arrive at our second campsite in a remote jungle area surrounded by lagoons and small rivers. Explore the flooded ecosystems, swim near pink dolphins, and end the day with dinner and a feedback session.
Day 3 - Remote Community visit - Night Excursion
Day 4 - Zancudococha Lake Exploration
After breakfast, we’ll embark on a scenic 2-hour canoe ride back to the Aguarico River, surrounded by the lush rainforest. Our next stop is Zancudococha Lake, one of the largest in the Ecuadorian Amazon, where you can spot bird species and fish. Enjoy a box lunch while taking in the tranquil beauty of the lake.
In the afternoon, we’ll navigate upstream along the Aguarico River for 3 hours, reaching our final campsite on the Cuyabeno River. Relax and unwind in this serene setting, surrounded by the sounds of the rainforest. After dinner, you can opt for a night walk to explore the jungle’s nocturnal life.
Day 5 - Return to Tierras Orientales
After an early breakfast, we’ll begin our final navigation upstream along the Aguarico River, enjoying the last breathtaking views of the Amazon Basin. We expect to arrive at Tierras Orientales around 11:30 AM. This is your last chance to appreciate the stunning landscape before transitioning back to civilization.
Return to Quito.
If you’re returning to Quito by bus, we’ll connect you with the tourist bus for your journey back. For those flying, we’ll drop you off in Coca, where you’ll spend the night by yourself before catching your flight the next day at 10:00 AM.
IMPORTANT
- All routes and programs are subject to change without prior notice due to reserve regulations, weather conditions, natural events, seasonal changes or security reasons. Flexibility is the key to the success of every tour. The safety of our passengers is our top priority.
INCLUDES
- Transportation from Coca Airport – Tierras Orientales – El Coca (if you fly) or transfer from Tarapoa – Tierras Orientales – Tarapoa (if you take the tourist bus).
- River transportation by canoe
- Bilingual naturalist guide (legally authorized by the Ministry of Tourism) trained in Eco-tourism.
- All meals from lunch on the first day to box lunch on the last day (includes purified water). Catering for vegetarians.
- Camping equipment, plus all bedding for long expeditions (mats, sheets, blankets, pillows and towels). This type of adventure trip implies that showers will be shared.
- Personal equipment: life jackets and rubber boots (up to size 45 – from size 45 and up on request before the excursion at no extra cost).
- Tea & coffee available at the campsites.
NOT INCLUDED
- Travel from Quito: ( by plane USD 120 one way / by tourist bus USD 30 one way)
- US $ 7 Dollars for the visit to the Kichwa tower (to be paid on site)
- US $ 10 visit the Secoya Community
- Additional drinks and meals
- Individual supplement
- Tips and gratuities
- Insurance and personal expenses
