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A taste of the Amazon with Cotococha lodge 3 days
Suggested Itinerary
DAY 1:
We will arrive at the Lodge in the afternoon. After the long drive, we can relax in our bungalow before sitting down for dinner. A special welcome drink is served while relaxing around the open fireplace to coordinate and discuss the next day's activities with our crew. The lodge administrator will give an introductory speech about the Amazon Jungle.
DAY 2:
Breakfast is server early in the morning. Afterwards we must prepare our gear: boots and raincoat, so we can be ready for the adventure. We will board a canoe and start our journey downstream through the enchanted Amazon Jungle along the imposing Napo River. We'll arrive at Misahualli, where we make a short stop to check our papers with local Marina, so don't forget your passport. Continuing our canoe-trip we arrive at Arajuno River where we will visit the "AmaZOOnico" animal rescue centre. AmaZOOnico is specialized in the rescue of wild animals for conservation of species and reintegration into the wild. Here we will observe a great variety of species such as: toucans, all kind of colorful parrots, various kinds of monkeys, jaguars, capybaras and much more.
Afterwards, we will enjoy a picnic lunch on the river shore. We'll have the opportunity to swim in the river or just resting peacefully surrounded by wonderful nature.
Before heading back to the lodge we'll visit a Quichua family and learn about their ancient culture and traditions such as panning for gold in the river, traditional pottery, the preparation of a typical drink made of yucca (a traditional Ecuadorian manioc) called "chicha," and the use of the "serbatana" (a blowpipe for hunting). After this special encounter with Quichua culture, we return to the lodge by foot over secondary jungle paths. Upon arrival we'll enjoy a snack. At night, after dinner, we'll have our usual meeting around the fireplace to share our day's experiences.
DAY 3:
After breakfast, we must prepare for our drive back to the city. End of program.
The program includes:
- Lodging in bungalows with private bathroom and hot water
- Mentioned visits and excursions
- Native Spanish speaking guide
- All meals (depending on number of days)
- All taxes
The program does not include:
- Drinks
- Tips
- Extras
- Any other service not specified in the program
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