An adventurous and unforgettable expedition to the Amazon!
Fernando’s feeling about this tour
“Encounters in the Amazon” is one of the most adventurous expeditions to the heart of the Amazon. We are proud to offer this fantastic adventure over four days along the Shiripuno river.
This adventure unfolds in Yasuní National Park, where you will live like a nomad. Camping on the shores of the Shiripuno river, you will be constantly on the move while discovering the lush richness of this protected reserve. Additionally, you will experience authentic encounters with one of the most mysterious Amazonian indigenous communities: the Huaoranis.
| Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quito > Francisco de Orellana (El Coca) > Amazon Rainforest (Yasuní National Park) | Amazon Rainforest (Yasuní National Park) | Amazon Rainforest (Yasuní National Park) | Amazon Rainforest > Francisco de Orellana (El Coca) > Quito |
Tour highlights :
– Completely private tour in the heart of Amazon Rainforest
– Expeditions to one of the biggest and richest natural reserves in Ecuador.
– Visit to a Huaorani indigenous community
– An adventurous tour par excellence in the Yasuní National Park
Valid prices until December, 2023
Explore in more detail :
Day 1 : Quito > Francisco de Orellana (El Coca) > Amazon Rainforest (Yasuní National Park)
You will depart early from your hotel and transfer to Francisco de Orellana. This will be a long transfer by land ( approximately 7 hours), followed by a 2 hour transfer to the port where you will undertake your adventure.
Meal
L/D
Visit
None
Hike
1H00
transport
8h00 or 3H00
Day 2 : Amazon Rainforest (Yasuní National Park)
Move like nomads along the Shiripuno river while discovering the Yasuní Park on fantastic canoe expeditions, hikes, cultural visits, and more. You will camp on the shores of the river.
Meal
B/L/D
Visit
Yes
Hike
3h00
transport
2h30
Day 3 : Amazon Rainforest (Yasuní National Park)
Move like nomads along the Shiripuno river while discovering the Yasuní Park on fantastic canoe expeditions, hikes, cultural visits, and more. You will camp on the shores of the river.
Meal
b/l/d
Visit
3h00
Hike
from 1h00 to 4h00
transport
2h30
Day 4 : Amazon Rainforest > Francisco de Orellana (El Coca) > Quito
You will get up early to take part in a last expedition while returning to the civilization.
Meal
b/l
Visit
None
hike
1h00
transport
9H00
B: Breakfast
L: Luch
D: Dinner
– Amazon Rainforest: for the transfer to the village of Francisco de Orellana > private transport with an English-speaking driver (4×2 vehicle type, or another depending on the group size) your guide will be also your driver.
– Amazon Rainforest: private local guide during the expeditions.
–Physical: a good physical condition is required
– Technical: no technical level is required
Clothing :
-1 or 2 light walking trousers
-1 or 2 warm walking trousers
-2 Fleece jackets
-1 breathable warm jacket (gore tex type)
-1 waterproof jacket (type kway)
– light t-shirts
– hike shoes
– casual shoes
-1 pair of gloves for high altitude walks
-1 warm hat for high altitude walks
– beach clothing -if necessary-
– cap
Additional :
– water bottle – sunglasses
– solar cream
– hiking bag (between 25 to 45L)
– hike sticks
– camera
– binoculars
– duvet between 0C et -15C (when nights in a refuge or tent are planned)
– headlamp (for nights in tents or shelters)
– Transfers and visits times are indicative.
– Tips: we recommend between $ 10 and $ 20 per worked day for a guide, and between $ 5 and $ 10 per worked day for a driver.