Yasuní Expedition: Monkeys and Birds

Traveling to the Amazon is to discover the rich biodiversity of the tropical rainforest. Most plant and animal species live within their mysterious virgin forests, protected in National parks such as Yasuni and Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve. Involved with the coexistence of the Kichwa Culture, through its Community Tourism Initiatives, in the Napo River Bank.

Sacha Ñampi community project belonging to the Kichwa commune “Alta Florencia” is located approximately 292 kilometers away by river from Puerto Francisco de Orellana (El Coca) city, and less than 10 kilometers from the border with Peru. This community has great tourism potential in natural, cultural and gastronomic resources.

During our tour you can meet different community tourism ventures of Kichwa culture that lives in Napo River profile until you reach the majestic Yasuni National Park where you will enjoy its pure landscape and the tranquility that the jungle offers us.

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Requirements for the visit

• Thermal and waterproof sweater.
• Light clothes, pants and long-sleeved shirts, fine jacket.
• Cap and glasses with bra (for river navigation).
• Small comfortable backpack to carry while hiking in the jungle.
• Insect repellent.
• Rechargeable battery handheld flashlight
• Canteen or bottle to refill (drinking water is supplied all the time).
• Sun block.
• Battery photo camera
• Binoculars
• Passport or identity card.
• Raincoat (poncho) and rubber boots are provided on loan

Behavior Standards

• Comply with all biosecurity and distancing protocols.
• Do not collect plant or animal species.
• Do not throw trash, or destroy the infrastructure or materials in the area.
• Keep silence and discipline in vulnerable bird habitats so that they can be observed

Tourist plan options + flights

Direct flights roundtrip from Quito to Yasuní + Complete tour Yasuní 3D/2N