The Ecuadorian AmazonKnown locally as El Oriente, the Ecuadorian Amazon is a true rainforest experience. Situated a short distance away from Quito, you have the possibility of spotting giant armadillos, manatees, anacondas, fresh water dolphins and countless monkeys. Comfortable eco-lodges offer all the usual amenities but with a minimum impact on the environment. The lodges are situated around lagoons or on the edge of the river, affording superb views across the Amazon. With over 1,200 species of bird, numerous walking trails, medicinal trails, indigenous encounters, and piranha fishing, there is an activity to suit most tastes. Local guides accompany all excursions. TO SEE AND DO IN ECUADOR'S AMAZONEach of the lodges below offer a range of activities and amenities, please contact us for further information on any of them or one of your own choices. Kapawi Eco-lodge. The lodge has 20 individual double cabins; all built around the lake with private facilities, and balconies with lake views. The lodge is built on Achuar Indian land, whose people had little contact with the outside world prior to 1960. The lodge uses low impact technology such as solar power and biodegradable soaps. All visits into the rainforest are in small groups with 2 guides - an Achuar Indian and a bilingual naturalist. Sacha lodge. Built on the banks of El Pilche lagoon, the lodge contains a 3 storey high main building with restaurant, bar, library and observation platform. The 10 double cabins, each with private facilities, balconies with hammocks, hot water and forest views, and are all linked to the main building by wooden boardwalks. The lodge has a network of trails, canoes and you are able to swim in the lagoon.
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