4 Days Archidona Amazon and Kiwcha Community Tour
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About This Tour in Tena
Why Visit Tena?
Tena, Ecuador offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Tena provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Tena
You can reach Tena, Ecuador by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- Meals as in the program listed: B = breakfast, L = lunch or lunch box, D = dinner.
- Accommodation in base camps and hotels in double rooms (single room with supplement).
What's Not Included
- Personal equipment
- Travel Insurance
- Tips
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
The transportation is not included; passengers have to find the Lodge entrance directly, the meeting point will be at the lodge to start the 4-day, 3-night program. If they require it's possible to coordinate with the lodge to be picked up in Archidona village.
End Point
The transportation is not included; passengers have to find the Lodge entrance directly, the meeting point will be at the lodge to start the 4-day, 3-night program. If they require it's possible to coordinate with the lodge to be picked up in Archidona village.
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point
Itinerary
Hola Archidona! The Gateway to the Amazon: Arrival to the Lodge
You will be arriving at lunchtime at a... 5 hours
You will be arriving at lunchtime at a beautiful lodge located at the gateway to the Amazon: Archidona. After lunch and a short break, you will have a short walk to a waterfall of 12 meters, where you will give yourself an energetic bath. You will see medicinal plants, a lagoon, the Huasquila tree, and a vineyard. After returning to the lodge, a delicious dinner awaits you accompanied by the singing of the toads of the lagoon in front of the restaurant. Afterward, you will be the protagonist of a chocolate session where you will learn everything about the process of chocolate making, starting with the toasting of the beans, continuing with the grinding until - of course - tasting a delicious dessert with fruits!
Jungle Trek & Indigenous Community Encounter
Wake up to the sounds of the rainforest and enjoy a delicious local breakfast 5 hours
Wake up to the sounds of the rainforest and enjoy a delicious local breakfast. You will head off on a three-hour jungle trek surrounded by primary and secondary forest. Begin by crossing a 394-foot (120 m) long cave, where you can find fruit bats. Then move on to the Golondrinas waterfall, which is approximately 46 feet (14 m) high, and have a dip in its waters. Upon your return, visit a guayusa (Amazonian holly tree) plantation and factory. Traditionally, guayusa leaves are used for making tea. After a break for lunch, you'll have the chance to interact with the Kichwa community and experience their traditional dances and culture. You'll also learn about the preparation of the famous chicha, a fermented beverage made out of manioc (cassava). In the evening, enjoy a dinner featuring regional specialties. Afterward, take a 40-minute walk around the gardens. Here, you can spot grasshoppers, insects, frogs, and—if you're lucky—bio-luminous fungi.
Misahualli River Excursion
After breakfast, we will depart to "Punta Ahuano,"... 5 hours
After breakfast, we will depart to "Punta Ahuano," where you will enjoy a full day of Misahuallí by canoe. The program includes the following activities: a canoe trip, a walk to the Ceibo, and a visit to the AmaZOOnico Rescue Center with the option of tubing down the river. After visiting the Caiman Lagoon and eating a box lunch, the river transport will take you back to the port. We will conclude the day with dinner at the lodge.
Goodbye Rainforest
Enjoy one last delicious breakfast and the sounds... 4 hours
Enjoy one last delicious breakfast and the sounds of the rainforest before checking out.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How do I book this tour?
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
