The Amazon Rainforest of Ecuador is blessed with a wonderful variety of wildlife, spectacular scenery and lodge options. The Ecuador Amazon Rainforest is a must-see destination for anyone visiting Ecuador, especially if you love nature and adventure. This list features a selection of the best lodges in the Ecuadorian Rainforest in diverse locations and with a variety of styles.
This lodge offers the most authentic and private exploration of the Amazon rainforest. The Lodge is located on the banks of the Cuyabeno River in the lower part of the Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve, with 10 cabins built in the traditional style of the jungle.
Each cabin is divided into 2 rooms, with availability for single, double and triple accommodation. All rooms have private bathrooms, as well as a small porch outfitted with a hammock. Purified drinking water and a hot beverage
At Waita Lodge, they are working really closely with the communities. It is the only community-based travel initiative in Cuyabeno Reserve. 44 members of the local community work with and for the Lodge: these people take care of the maintenance, housekeeping, guiding, providing arts and crafts for sale…
Here are the different programs of the Waita Lodge:
NICKY LODGE:
Nicky Amazon Lodge has a really good location in the Cuyabeno. It is ranked number 1 in TripAdvisor. The lodge is situated exactly on the lower part of the Aguarico River. Nicky Lodge has a unique location that is further away from the National Park Entrance. Therefore, it is less likely to run into other Amazon tourists during the excursions.
The lodge has 7 cabins built in the traditional Indian style of the jungle. Each cabin has an area where you will be able to relax in the hammocks or sit to observe different species of birds and monkeys. This is perfect to listen to the nocturnal and early morning songs of the Amazon.
They offer several day tours so that their guests can get the experience of a lifetime. Nicky Lodge strives towards providing excellent service and tours that their guests will never forget!
Here are the different programs of the NickyLodge:
DOLPHIN LODGE:
Cuyabeno Dolphin Lodge is set at the heart of Cuyabeno Reserve. The lodge is located right next to the banks of the Cuyabeno River and is just a 20-minute motor canoe ride away from the Cuyabeno lake area. The location guarantees free navigation and access all year round!
Cuyabeno Dolphin Lodge offers several Cuyabeno tours, with overnight stays in their eco-lodges. They offer 3, 4, and 5-day tours. They strive to give you the experience of a lifetime.
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Now that you know all the best lodges, what are you waiting for to explore the Ecuadorian jungle?
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Written by Clémence Aubry