SAMONA LODGE

The Samona Lodge is our most economic lodge that we can offer you. This tourist class lodge is located on the river bank close to a big lagoon better known as the ´Laguna Grande´, which is an ideal spot for a refreshing swim and to search for caiman. Different than in other lodges they include the breakfast on the first day and offer you an exciting paddling excursion already in their 4 day program. This is definitely a recommendation for those looking for an adventurous and affordable jungle tour.

ITINERARY

ITINERARY 5 DAYS AND 4 NIGHTS

DAY 1

Flight (9:15 am) or bus transportation (a night before tour - 8 hours) to Lago Agrio. Private transportation from Lago Agrio to El Puente. Canoe trip down the Cuyabeno River to our camp. Lunch. Relaxing afternoon. Dinner. Exciting night walk.

DAY 2

Breakfast. Hike in the primary forest to learn about medicinal plants and biodiversity (flora and fauna). Lunch at the camp. Navigation on the river for watching pink dolphins (if conditions permitting). Return to the camp. Dinner. At night, canoe trip in search of caimans (alligators).

DAY 3

Breakfast. Paddling in traditional dug-out canoe on the Caimancocha Lake (Laguna del Caiman) to enjoy nature uniqueness. Lunch at the camp. Hike in the primary forest including lessons about the use of plants for survival. Before returning to the camp, relax time in the Laguna Grande, where it is possible to swim and enjoy the sunset. If the conditions permit, it will observe pink dolphins. Return to the camp. Dinner.

DAY 4

Breakfast. Visit the Tarapuy Siona Community where the naturalist guide will explain about the culture and traditions of native people. Visit with the Shaman. Lunch. Hike. Return to the camp. Dinner. At night, canoe trip in search of caimans (alligators).

DAY 5

Early in the morning bird watching. Breakfast. Journey up Cuyabeno River to El Puente. Box lunch. Private transfer to Lago Agrio. Return to Quito by bus or plane.