Amazon, Pantanal & Iguazu Falls Tour
10 Days / 9 Nights From 2189
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Manaus
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The Amazon Rainforest
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Jungle Excursions
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Foz do Iguassu
Kapawi Amazon Rainforest Lodge - Perfect for Adventure & Ecology
Summary
8 Days / 7 NightsDiscover the Ecuadorian Amazon Rainforest from the comfort of the Kapawi Lodge. This Ecuador Amazon Jungle Adventure Tour also includes a guided tour of Quito, the capital city, and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
FROM 2140 Per Person |
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Then visit the modern part of the city where you will see the stone-carved front of Ecuador’s House of Congress. This façade shows the history of Ecuador, from the first natives, the conquer of the Incas and then the Spaniards, the Independence, and the new Republic. Your guide will take you to Guapulo, a natural terrace where you will learn about the location of the city, in the foothills of the Pichincha Volcano. Admire the spectacular views of the Valleys of Cumbayá and Tumbaco and the Eastern Chain of Mountains. On a clear day, you can see Cayambe, the Antizana and Puntas Volcanoes.
The tour continues to the Equatorial Line Monument called the ‘Middle of the World.’ Here you get a truly rare experience to stand in both, the Northern and Southern Hemispheres simultaneously. The Equatorial Monument marks the spot where an 18th-century French scientific expedition established the exact position of the Equator. You can also visit the monument and the Ethnographical Museum, which shows the history of the Indian cultures of Ecuador.
After breakfast transfer to the airport for your flight to the Kapawi Ecolodge and Reserve. Fly from Quito to Shell (30 minutes) and take a connection flight to Scharamanetsa (30 minutes). Once in Kapawi, you will be miles away from what you know as civilization, the nearest town being a 2-week walk through the forest for the local people. The remote location is what makes Kapawi a special and unique place. The Kapawi Project began in 1993. The goal was to commence a new trend in eco-tourism, in partnership with theOINAE, by providing a monthly means of economic support and jobs to the Achuar located in Kapawi as well as communities. The lodge accommodates up to 40 visitors and was built in accordance with the Achuar concept of architecture (not a single nail was used!).
There are three excursion options, according to your physical condition. All groups will have expert guides with them at all times.
EASY: The easy programs include short hikes in the rainforest (up to 3 hours), visits to the Achuar communities as well as using the canoes. Meals are served at the lodge, or light meals are taken for the trip. Typical Achuar meals are offered in their communities.
MODERATE: The moderate program includes medium-distance hikes in the rainforest (up to 5 hours), sometimes crossing flooded areas. Trips in the canoes and visits to the Achuar communities. Light meals are taken for the journey, or typical Achuar dishes are served in their communities. Overnight stays include the lodge, in the Achuar communities and occasionally in tents.
DIFFICULT: Demanding hikes of many hours or days in poorly defined and often flooded trails. Porters will carry food and supplies. Overnight stays are in tents or in the Achuar communities. An exploration journey to virgin areas is occasionally offered. Trips on inaccessible rivers are done in inflatable rafts. Excellent physical condition is required!
After arriving in Quito transfer to your hotel. The afternoon will be at leisure. You may walk around the occupied streets to explore the beauty of this city on your own.
Ecuador Amazon Rainforest
Quito City Tour
Middle of the World Monument
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Prices vary according to several factors including: season, number of people traveling, shared vs private excursions, when you book and rooming arrangements. These are from prices based on low season.
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