Amazon Rainforest of Ecuador

The Oriente, Ecuador’s term for its Amazon basin, is part of the largest tropical rainforest on in the world, and home to exotic animals such as caimans, monkeys, tapirs, freshwater dolphins, anacondas, jaguars, and astoundingly prolific bird life. This verdant landscape has also been home to Native American groups for thousands of years.  

Amazon Wildlife Viewing Lodges

Located in the lower Amazon basin, these wildlife lodges are surrounded by old growth, primary forest and are home to one of the highest concentrations of animals on the planet.  A short flight from Quito and a 2-3 hour canoe ride takes you to one of our favorite lodges for unparalleled wildlife viewing:

The upper Amazon basin offers excellent opportunities for whitewater rafting, jungle trekking, and visits to indigenous communities.  The bustling jungle town of Tena is surrounded by secondary forest, native Kichwa communities, sacred waterfalls, and is conveniently accessible by road from Quito:

Upper Amazon Sample Itinerary

Upper Amazon Lodges