KILLAS IN BETWEEN LAGGONS & SIONA TERRITORY 5 Days +1

After a scenic 30-minute flight over the Eastern Andean Cordillera to Puerto Francisco de Orellana (El Coca), our expedition continues with a private overland transfer of approximately 3.5 hours.

Our adventure begins upon arrival at El Puente del Cuyabeno at around 2:00 pm, where there is a brief stop for a box lunch and final logistical preparations before entering the reserve by motorized canoe. Equipped with rain ponchos, life vests, and protected luggage, the expedition continues downstream along the narrow Cuyabeno River, a blackwater system rich in biodiversity.

During the 2–3 hour navigation, guests have the opportunity to observe riparian forests, aquatic ecosystems, and a wide variety of flora and fauna, including birds, primates, reptiles, and aquatic species.

Upon arrival at the lodge, guests settle into their accommodations before dinner. In the evening, a comprehensive orientation is provided by the naturalist guide, introducing the ecological significance of the Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve, the lodge’s conservation approach, and the scientific and interpretive activities planned for the following days.

The day begins with a guided morning hike through primary rainforest, when temperatures are cooler and wildlife activity is high. Accompanied by our guide, we explore terra firme forest trails while learning about rainforest ecology, medicinal plants, animal tracks, and the complex interactions between flora and fauna. This walk offers excellent opportunities to observe birds, insects, amphibians, and primates, while gaining a deeper scientific and cultural understanding of the Amazon ecosystem.

In the afternoon, we shift to a more tranquil and immersive experience as we navigate Laguna Grande aboard Killas, traditional dugout canoes carved from a single tree trunk. Gliding silently across the blackwater lagoon allows for close observation of the flooded igapó forest, aquatic plants, and wildlife along the shoreline. As the day draws to a close, we pause to enjoy a spectacular Amazon sunset, when changing light, sounds, and animal behavior mark the transition from day to night—an unforgettable moment that highlights the serenity and natural rhythms of the rainforest.

Enjoy breakfast at 7:30 a.m. before preparing for your departure from Tapir Lodge, typically around 9:30 a.m.

On this final day, we will board a motorized canoe and navigate upriver, enjoying one last view of the landscapes and biodiversity of the Reserva de Producción Faunística Cuyabeno, until reaching the Cuyabeno Bridge.

Arrival at the bridge is scheduled for approximately 10:30 – 11:00 am, where you will connect with your transportation to Coca Town.

At a convenient time, we will be transferred to Coca Airport for our return flight to Quito, marking the end of our services.