What is Yasuní?
Yasuní Although we are not certain as to the origin of the word Yasuní, local communities usuallyrefer to it as “a sacred land”.
Yasuní is a metaphor for the infinite nature of God’s creation; it symbolizes the abundance of life onEarth, it speaks of a world that shall never be discovered in its entirety, a miracle that shall neverbe completely understood. In practical terms, it is the most biodiverse ecosystem on earth. Intechnical terms it is a “quadruple taxonomic richness center”; a place that—in only one hectare—contains more living organisms than the entire European continent; a protected tract of land inwhich more than a third of all Amazonian mammals are found, including a staggering 60% of allNew World wild cats; a tropical garden where only a handful of trees holds as many insect speciesas the entire United States of America; and don’t forget… Yasuní is home to the Napo Cultural Center.
Yasuní also represents our need to protect . . . our solidarity with nature; of thinking beyond ourhuman world and understanding that we are an integral part of a greater whole. Napo Cultural Center Staying with us is not only an opportunity to experience a deep and unique naturaladventure, but a place to unwind and enjoy to the fullest, with exquisite culinary examples of Ecuadorian Amazonia.Life is Comfortable in the Amazon Rainforestwith 12 ample and comfortable cabins; the lodge accommodates a total of 36 people, distributed insuites, doubles and triple rooms. Our fully equipped cabins feature electricity, security box,ventilation water and a private bathroom, with a balcony and hammock surrounded by beautifullygroomed natural gardens. The restaurant, serving local, national and international food, has amaximum capacity of 50 people.At Napo Cultural Center, we place all our efforts at granting you an unforgettable jungleexperience, far from the troubles of modern-day life, where you will be sure to find solace andrelaxation amidst singing birds, while experiencing the ageless customs, traditions and legends ofthe Kichwa culture.
Añangu Kichwa Community
Activities at Yasuní National Park and Añangu are coordinated bymembers of the local Kichwa community and it is important that their rules of conduct and ethicsbe respected.
Life is Comfortable in the Amazon Rainforest
Hikes
Our programs include easy and medium intensity walks and hikes in order to observe thewildlife and nature of the area; more difficult hikes and longer programs can be arranged.Birdwatching. - These activities usually last 2 hours and are carried out in the morning at around 6A.M.
Rowing
Small canoe navigation is carried out on rivers, streams and small lagoons; largercanoes are used to navigate the Napo River and are included in our routine activities, all of whichfeature community and naturalist guides.
Swimming
Swimming is safe when carried out at sites your guide have suggested.
Food
Food service is based on combining local, national and international cuisine. The varieties ofexotic fruits and organic products are a special. Hot beverage such as tea or coffe is available allday.Life is Comfortable in the Amazon RainforestLife is Comfortable in the Amazon RainforestWaste Management. - All waste is classified and separated into organic and non-organic.Alternatively or Solar Energy. - Through solar panels are devices that use the energy of solarradiation used to generate electricity by photovoltaics implemented in the community and Yasuni
Añangu Kichwa Eco lodge from this year becoming a sustainable tourism and management model.
Biogas
Is a fuel gas generated in natural media reactions biodegradation of organic matter by theaction of microorganisms in the absence of oxygen, implemented in the community and YasuniAñangu Kichwa Ecolodge this year from becoming a instead of sustainable tourism andmanagement model to replicate the benefit of nature.Life is Comfortable in the Amazon RainforestWhen you start your trip we ask inorganic deposit all trash you generate while visiting placesestablished, the idea is not to pollute and be yourself who support us trash back to its source andnot create a greater burden on the community thus contributing to environmental education in the world.
Day 1
Napo Cultural Center is located on the south bank of the Napo River, the largest Ecuadorian tributary of the Amazon, and lies within the Yasuni National Park. The journey begins from the town of Coca on comfortable motor-operated canoes, which travel down the river about two hours; during this time refreshments will be provided. You will see birds such as herons, kingfishers, terns and other Amazonian shorebirds as well as beautiful riverside landscapes. Upon arriving at Napo Cultural Center, visitors are warmly welcomed with a refreshing traditional drink and Immediately taken to their cabins amidst the teeming wilderness found on one of the most biologically diverse places on Earth. In the afternoon, enjoy a short walk down to the Napo riverbank to enjoy a beautiful sunset on the beaches and natural islands. Return for dinner and rest. -/-/D
Day 2
Breakfast and early departure on board the boat to visit an amazing parrot clay lick that with an easy access brings visitors face to face with approximately 11 species of parrots (incudingparrotlets and macaws), depending on the seasons, weather conditions and general good fortune. (This activity is usually successful). We end this morning with a visit to the “KuriMuyu” Interpretation Center run by the women of the community. Here we offer the chance to get to know the Kichwa culture, their crafts, traditions and use of natural resources directly with people from the community.We return for lunch and rest at the lodge. In the afternoon, walk towards the Añangu stream to visit environments including wetland, upland forest and seasonally flooded forest. Once at Añangu stream you will board a small canoe and head down the river in a spectacular adventure through the forest with opportunities to see nightlife alligators and to listen to the sounds of nature at its purest. Return to hotel in motorized canoes, Traditional typical dinner. B/L/D
Day 3
We get up at 4: 30 am to share one of the ancient customs of the Kichwa culture, making wayusa to energize thebody listen to the kichwa songs and mind and think about important issues in a peaceful and unique way; then we get backfor breakfast, before taking a motorized canoe back to the city of Coca. B/-/-
Day 1
The good life or SumakKausay means "full life" from the indigenousviewpoint, aspire to live well and live "better."This is possible when there is harmony between human beings with theirpast, their peers, their community, their roots culture, spirituality and nature, with the prospect of membership.Napo Cultural Center is located on the south bank of the Napo River, the largest river of the Ecuadorian Amazon and theYasuni National Park. The trip starts from the town of Coca in comfortable ecological roof canoes, outboard motorsoperated. The canoe trip down the river takes about two hours, box lunch will be provided to Passengers.During the navigation you will see birds such as herons, kingfishers, terns and other shore birds species and beautiful landscapes.Arriving at Napo Cultural Center, visitors are warmly welcome with a traditional drink, lunch at the Ecolodge andimmediately taken to their cabins amidst the teeming wilderness found on one of the most biologically diverse places on Earth.In the afternoon, a short walk down to the banks of the Napo River to enjoy a beautiful sunset on the beaches and islandsnaturally returns for dinner and rest. -/-/D
Day 2
Breakfast and early departure on board the boat to visit an amazing parrot clay lick that with an easy access brings visitorsface to face with approximately 11 species of parrots (including parrotlets and macaws), depending on the seasons,weather conditions and general good fortune. (This activity is usually successful).We end This Morning With A visit to the Interpretation Center "KuriMuyu" handled by the women of the community herelearn about the Kichwa culture, crafts, Traditions and traditional use of natural resources directly to people in thecommunity.We return for lunch and take a break in the lodge.Walk of one hour to climb up the observation tower of 35 meters likely to see a variety of birds, howler monkeys, squirrel monkeys, toucans, parrots and sloths.Return to the hotel in a motorized canoe, traditional typical dinner.B/L/D
Day 3
Breakfast visit around the community projects, talk about the worldview Kichwa Addition to medicinal and walk in theMama Cuna road, excellent opportunity to see more wildlife, ceiba trees, strangler, bamboo cane, vines and shrubsendemic from Yasuní.We return for lunch and rest at the lodge.Once at Añangu stream, you will board a small canoe and head down the river in a spectacular adventure through theforest with opportunities to see nightlife alligators and to listen to the sounds of nature at its purest.Return to hotel in motorized canoes, traditional typical dinner.B/L/D
Day 4
We get up at 4: 30 am to share one of the ancient customs of the Kichwa culture, making wayusa to energize the bodylisten, to the Kichwa songs and mind and think about important issues in a peaceful and unique way; then we get back forbreakfast, before taking a motorized canoe back to the city of Coca. B/-/-
Day 1
SumakHuasi means “nice house” from the indigenousthinking means to share and disseminate culture furtherintegration perspective. Napo Cultural Center is located on the south bank of the Napo River, the largest river of the Ecuadorian Amazon and theYasuni National Park. The trip starts from the town of Coca in comfortable ecological roof canoes, outboard motorsoperated. The canoe trip down the river takes about two hours, box lunch will be provided to Passengers.During the navigation you will see birds such as herons, kingfishers, terns and other shore birds species and beautifullandscapes.
Arriving at Napo Cultural Center, visitors are warmly welcome with a traditional drink, lunch at the Ecolodge andimmediately taken to their cabins amidst the teeming wilderness found on one of the most biologically diverse places onEarth.
In the afternoon, a short walk down to the banks of the Napo River to enjoy a beautiful sunset on the beaches and islandsnaturally returns for dinner and rest.An option walks on trails: KARI – MAMA CUNA – RUNA – PLAYAS. -/-/D
Day 2
Breakfast and early departure on board the boat to visit an amazing parrot clay lick that with an easy access brings visitorsface to face with approximately 11 species of parrots (including parrotlets and macaws), depending on the seasons,weather conditions and general good fortune. (This activity is usually successful).We end This Morning With A visit to the Interpretation Center "KuriMuyu" handled by the women of the community herelearn about the Kichwa culture, crafts, Traditions and traditional use of natural resources directly to people in thecommunity.We return for lunch and take a break in the lodge.Walk of one hour to climb up the observation tower of 35 meters likely to see a variety of birds, howler monkeys, squirrelmonkeys, toucans, parrots and sloths.Return to the hotel in a motorized canoe for dinner and rest. B/L/D
Day 3
Breakfast visit around the community projects, talk about the worldview Kichwa Addition to medicinal and walk in theMama Cuna road, excellent opportunity to see more wildlife, ceiba trees, strangler, bamboo cane, vines and shrubsendemic from Yasuní.We return for lunch and rest at the lodge.Once at Añangu stream, you will board a small canoe and head down the river in a spectacular adventure through theforest with opportunities to see nightlife alligators and to listen to the sounds of nature at its purest.Return to hotel in motorized canoes, traditional typical dinner. B/L/D
Day 4
Walk of one hour to climb up the observation tower of 35 meters likely to see a variety of birds, howler monkeys, squirrelmonkeys, toucans, parrots and sloths.
Return to the hotel, on this journey you can choose an option to camp, we'll take care of all the equipment, this is anotherway of perceiving life ancestral of Pacha Mama and forest nature. B/L/D
Day 5
We get up at 4: 30 am to share one of the ancient customs of the Kichwa culture, making wayusa to energize the bodylisten, to the Kichwa songs and mind and think about important issues in a peaceful and unique way; then we get back forbreakfast, before taking a motorized canoe back to Coca city. B/-/-
Prices 2019 per person
| 3 days | 4 days | 5 days | |
| Simple | 744.00 | 868.00 | 1038.00 |
| Double/Triple | 603.00 | 730.00 | 861.00 |
Includes
- Arrival and departure from Coca canoe to thecommunity
- accommodation and meals
- Community Guide
- Walks and tours
- Yasuni National Park entrance
Not included:
-Flight Quito – Coca – Quito US$ 230 per person
-Single supplement
-Binoculars
-Alcoholic beverages
-Tips
-Personal items
-Travel insurance.
-Everything that has not been included in the program
NB: Please read all itineraries as a guide only. All routes and programs can change without notice due to National Park policies and regulations, weather conditions, seasonal changes, safety reasons and the wildlife encountered during the travel. Flexibility is the key to the success of any tour. Nevertheless the safety and the interest of our passengers is always our first priority.
