WELCOME TO THE ALTO NAPO WILDLIFE REFUGE

Bajo Pusuno (Ahuano) - Our Amazon adventure kicks off at Pusuno Bajo, where our team will greet you and guide you to Suchipakari Amazon Lodge. Just handle your carry-on and camera gear; our staff will take care of the rest of your luggage.

13H00 PM | Welcome Lunch

Suchipakari Rainforest Hotel Jungle Lodge Ecuador - Upon reaching the EcoLodge reception, our manager will welcome you with a refreshing drink and provide a brief orientation about your stay at Suchipakari Jungle Lodge & Spa. After settling in, a Naturalist Guide will share essential information about the tropical rainforest, the Amazon, and our DISCOVERY PROGRAM, ensuring you are well-prepared to fully enjoy this amazing environment.

Suchipakari Amazon Lodge & Jungle Spa - Next, don your rubber boots and join our native guide for a hike, where you’ll learn about local medicinal plants like dragon’s blood, ginger, guayusa, and the straw used for community instruments, costumes, and construction. Swing on vines like Tarzan and snap a photo at The Great Ceibo, the giant Amazonian tree.

We’ll then head back to the Eco-Lodge to grab swimsuits, life jackets, and inner tubes for a refreshing float down the Pusuno River from one of its sandy beaches.

Back at the Eco-lodge, relax with a jungle mojito—it’s simply fantastic. Your guide will then outline the next day’s activities.

After dinner, prepare for our night excursion. Bring your camera, flashlight, long pants, long-sleeve shirts, and rubber boots. You’ll be amazed by the nocturnal wildlife, including owls, fishing bats, tarantulas, snakes, and frogs, experiencing the Amazon rainforest up close.

BIRDWATCHING, HIKES & RAINFOREST WATERFALLS

Suchipakari Rainforest Hotel Jungle Lodge Ecuador - This day is open for enjoying one or more of the lodge’s optional tours. Nature enthusiasts might want to start with a daybreak birdwatching tour before breakfast.

Though there are nearly 30 rainforest waterfalls around the reserve, only four are accessible to guests. With your guide, you can choose which waterfall trail to explore. Water is vital to life in nature, and there’s nothing like a refreshing dip at the end of a hike.

Opt 1: RUMI YAKU waterfall with a primary rainforest hike, combining a paddle canoe excursion to observe wildlife and visit Monkeys Beach.

Opt 2: Adventure to the RAYUCOCHA Waterfall, featuring a demanding hike on ancient trails leading to a hidden waterfall.

Opt 3: UMBUNI waterfall, then continue to the paicawe Lagoon, and playa de monos.

Opt 4: PARROTS TRAIL, small waterfall and interacting with a Kichwa family on the return journey.

Playa de los Monos - Afterwards, you’ll visit the Misahualli port, where you can watch monkeys playing in the forest next to the beach, offering a perfect spot to see the sunset paint the sky pink over the rivers (Misahualli and Napo) and lush forests. Here, you’ll also have the chance to buy local crafts, products, and souvenirs before heading back to the Eco-Lodge.

Suchipakari Amazon Eco Lodge & Jungle Spa, Ecuador - Take some time to refresh in the pool before dinner. Later, your guide will provide a detailed explanation of tomorrow’s activities, promising an adventure along the Napo River and a chance to truly immerse yourself in the rainforest’s depths.

NAPO RIVER FULL DAY EXCURSION

Suchipakari Rainforest Hotel Jungle Lodge Ecuador - After breakfast, take a short walk to the Pusuno port, where you’ll board a comfortable covered boat for a scenic ride along the Napo River lasting approximately 1.5 hours. Keep an eye out for aquatic birds along the way.

Rio Arajuno - On the shores of one of the beaches along the River Arajuno lies the renowned ANIMAL REFUGE known as AmaZoonico. This sanctuary was established to protect and care for the native wildlife of the area, including animals that have been injured, mistreated, or confiscated from smugglers.

Ahuano - Next, visit an Indigenous Community where members of the Kichwa tribe will share insights into their customs, cuisine, and daily life. This center provides a unique opportunity to learn about Amazonian lifestyles along the Napo River.

Finally, stop at a ceramic crafts workshop before returning to Eco-lodge by canoe.

Special Dinner & Jungle Lodging

Suchipakari Amazon Eco Lodge & Jungle Spa, Ecuador - To round off your experience, treat yourself to our exceptional spa therapies, offering a rejuvenating immersion into the lush beauty of the Amazon rainforest of Ecuador. Indulge in these healthful treatments alongside your companions. Additionally, savor our exclusive selection of premium drinks and cocktails available only at our Eco Lodge.

Relish Dinner & Rest in the Jungle

Discovering Cacao’s Secrets

Suchipakari Rainforest Hotel Jungle Lodge Ecuador - On the final day of your Discovery tour, after breakfast, embark on an enriching journey through the Chocolate Route. Explore the secrets of cacao harvesting amidst our organic finca, where cacao trees coexist with tropical fruits and medicinal plants. Experience the planting, harvesting, fermentation, and drying processes involved in our “fine aroma” cocoa agrotourism project. Delight in learning the art of chocolate making and savor its natural benefits. After a brief break, check out at reception by midday, where our staff will assist you with your luggage before you continue your travels in Ecuador or return home.

• Canoe ride by the Napo River
• Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included
• Life jacket and rubber boots provided
• Entrances and guided excursions with a Bilingual Native Guide
• Use of kayaks

• Gratuities
• SPA services and treatments & Alcoholic Beverages
• Personal Expenses