Tortuga Tours Travelling in Ecuador
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JAMU LODGE
Located 15 min from the Laguna Grande, on the banks of the Cuyabeno River, in the Cuyabeno Reserve. Jamu is in the perfect location to view the protected forest of Cuyabeno which is flooded with wildlife; you can also swim in the Laguna Grande. A stay at the Jamu Lodge offers a continuous possibility of activities. The lodge offers 5 cabañas that can accommodation up to 40 people, each cabaña is built in a traditional rustic style with thatched roofs, and is lit naturally with candles in order to maintain the experience of the jungle.

 

 

Features

 

A stay at the Jamu Lodge offers an endless possibility of activities. From educational hiking to, trekking through the Terra Firme forest, experiencing the muddy swamps or the Hormiga River, swimming in the lagoon, watching the pink river dolphins, bird and wildlife watching, and visiting the native community, the list goes on. A Bilingual guide is always along for the activities to answer all your questions. In addition, guests can relax at the hammock lounge, or enjoy a beer or cocktail at the bar. Jamu does not use electricity all the time; candles are use part of the time, in order to preserve energy and the jungle. There is a small plant in which batteries can be reloaded as well.

 

 

Sample Itinerary
4 Days / 3 Nights

 

Day 1

We meet in Lago Agrio at 9:00 am, where we will take private transportation to the entrance of the Cuyabeno Reserve where we will have a box lunch. At this point the visitors have to register in the Reserve’s office and pay the entrance fee. Here our Naturalist Guide will give information about the Reserve, important recommendations and other tips to begin the two hour canoe ride on the Cuyabeno River to Jamu Lodge. During the canoe ride you will get a first glimpse of the amazing plants and wildlife found in the jungle. You may also be able to see a variety of monkeys and other jungle animals, depending on the time and weather conditions. We will arrive at Jamu Lodge at around 4:30pm. At that time you will be shown to your rooms and can relax. After a siesta we will leave the camp for a swim in the lagoon and to watch a beautiful sunset. You will then return to the camp for dinner and can finish your first day in the jungle relaxing in a hammock or having a drink at the bar.

 

Day 2

After breakfast we will take a trek in the primary forest for 3 to 4 hours where your guide will explain how this complex tropical ecosystem works. You will learn about medicinal plants and might be able to see some exotic birds or monkeys. We will then return to the camp for lunch and a siesta. In the afternoon, we will have a swim in the lagoon and watch the sunset. With a little luck you can observe the pink river dolphins or an anaconda sunbathing in a tree. You will return to the camp for dinner, and then take a night canoe ride to look for caimans.

 

Day 3: After breakfast, we head to the Siona Community of Puerto Bolivar, the largest ethnic group in the Reserve. During this tour you will learn their customs, traditions and way of life. You will be part of the preparation of  Casabe, a local dish made of yucca (carbohydrates are the principal food of the community). During the 2 hour canoe ride to the community, you can admire the existing fauna along the Rio Cuyabeno such as: birds, monkeys, snakes, pink dolphins and tortoises. A visit to the Shaman, the healer of the community, is also included. This is a full day excursion with lunch in the Community. After returning to the lodge, we will go for a short nocturnal hike through the primary forest in search of insects, spiders, geckos or scorpions, and listen to the night sounds of the jungle. Dinner.

 

Day 4

Early in the morning, before breakfast, a bird-watching excursion is optional. Back at the lodge we will have breakfast and then return to Lago Agrio to take the bus or flight back to Quito.

 

 

In the 5 days 4 nights tour, a visit to the Laguna Canangueno for bird-watching by native dugout canoe, called “quilla”, and another hike in the forest are the activities for the 4th day. While paddling you have a better opportunity to see more fauna and flora, and you can get a good idea of what a flooded forest looks like. You can observe a variety of different birds and monkeys. Because this activity is about 4 – 5 hours long, we take a box lunch with us.

 

 

Activities:

 

  • Jungle trekking
  • Bird watching
  • Catch and release fishing
  • Caiman watching
  • Paddling kayak or native canoes
  • Visit to the Siona Community
  • Swimming in Laguna Grande
  • Guided night walks

 

Rates do include:

 

  • Transportation Lago Agrio – Cuyabeno – Lago Agrio
  • Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  • Coffee, tea, purified water
  • River transportation
  • Excursions and activities
  • Bilingual guide (English, naturally Spanish)
  • Rain boots and poncho

 

Rates do not include:

 

  • Transportation UIO-Lago Agrio-UIO (bus $20, Airplane $73 one way)
  • $4 Community Visit
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Tips

 

Items that you should bring:

 

  • Comfortable loose Clothing
  • Long-Sleeve shirt and pants for walking
  • Warm jacket for the night
  • Bathing Suit and towel
  • Sun Glasses and a hat
  • Sandals
  • Personal things
  • Sun Block
  • Insect Repellent
  • Flashlight with extra batteries
  • Camera with film speed 200 or 400, and extra batteries
  • Original Passport
  • Towel

 

Contact

Just give us a call:

 

+593 (0) 987048121

 

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info@tortugatours.de

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