South America Wilderness & Eco-Lodge Trips

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Ultimate Ecuador

13 Day Itinerary

• Bike Pichincha Volcano
• Explore Bellavista Cloud Forest
• Zipline over Mindo canopy
• Hike Cotopaxi National Park
• Kayak the Shiripuno River
• Spot endemic wildlife in Yasuni
• Visit a remote Waorani village

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Quito / Quito

Activities

Hacienda Visits, Biking, Cooking Classes

Activity Level

Moderate

Explore Ecuador’s cloud forest, Andes, and Amazon on this 13-day adventure. Zipline over Mindo, ride horseback near Cotopaxi, and hike volcanic trails. Paddle deep into Yasuni National Park, encountering wildlife and the Waorani community. Stay at an eco-glamping site in the rainforest, immersing yourself in the rainforest’s beauty.

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from $4,830

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Chelenko Experience

8 Day Itinerary

• Kayak Marble Caves & Cathedrals
• Hike to San Rafael Glacier
• Visit Puerto Guadal
• Explore the local area
• Discover Patagonia's ecosystem
• Visit Patgonia National Park

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Balmaceda / Balmaceda

Activities

Camping, Horseback Riding

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore Aysen on an 8-day Chelenko tour. Drive from Balmaceda to Puerto Tranquilo on Lake General Carrera. Kayak the Marble Caves, hike Exploradores Valley, and cruise to San Rafael Glacier. At Mallin Colorado, ride or hike and visit an organic farm. Hunt fossils in Puerto Guadal and explore Baker River, bike Bahia Murta, then transfer to Coyhaique.

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from $2,500

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Birding in the Amazon

5 Day Itinerary

• Spot many rainforest bird species
• Join a special birdwatching tour
• See the treetops from above
• Discover diverse flora
• Spot nocturnal creatures
• Learn about indigenous cultures
• Enjoy canoe rides

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Quito / Quito

Activity Level

Relaxed

Discover the wonders of birding in the Amazon on a 5-day tour at Sacha Rainforest Lodge, Ecuador. Spot exotic birds in their natural habitats, hike forest trails, and ascend canopy walkways for stunning views. Immerse yourself in the vibrant ecosystem of the Amazon, discovering wildlife and unforgettable landscapes at every turn.

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from $3,519

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Exploring Ecuadors Amazon & Andes

6 Day Itinerary

• Spot many rainforest bird species
• See the Amazon treetops from above
• Learn about indigenous cultures
• Visit the Quitsato Solar Museum
• Spot a unique and elusive bear
• Enjoy scenic walk in Cuicocha Lake

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Quito / Quito

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Rainforest Exploration, Village Visits, Local Market Visits, Hiking

Activity Level

Relaxed

Spend your week on a 6-day adventure through Ecuador, exploring the Amazon rainforest and the Andes mountain range. Encounter exotic wildlife, immerse in local cultures, and enjoy scenic landscapes. Stay at Sacha Lodge and Hacienda Piman, where comfort meets nature, making every moment unforgettable.

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from $2,343

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Cristalino Jungle Lodge

5 Day Itinerary

• Search for unique flora and fauna
• Explore the trails of Cristalino
• Enjoy views of the jungle canopy

Activity Level

Relaxed

Immerse yourself in theBrazilian Amazon Jungle for 5 days with a visit to Cristalino Jungle Lodge. Keep yourself busy by searching for unique Amazonian flora and fauna, hiking, and enjoying views of the jungle canopy from the Canopy Tower.

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from $2,113

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Amazon Kayak Adventure

7 Day Itinerary

• Observe Black Caimans
• Walk Yasuni National Park
• Encounter Amazon wildlife
• Take an early morning hike

Activities

Homestays

Activity Level

Moderate

One of the most remote, authentic, and adventurous Amazon tours! Travel by kayak deep into the Ecuadorian Amazon jungle looking for tapir, monkeys, macaws, and other wildlife.

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from $2,192

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La Selva Lodge

Ecuadorian Amazon - 7 Day Itinerary

• Visit Ecuador's famous macaw lick
• Take night walks in the rainforest
• Observe unique Amazon wildlife
• Paddle dugout canoes along creeks

Activity Level

Relaxed

Spend four nights in the Ecuadorian Amazon at the La Selva rainforest lodge with professional naturalists and indigenous guides. Paddle a canoe on black water lakes, spot monkeys and birds in the rainforest canopy, and relax away the evenings on one of the most luxurious experiences in the Amazon Rainforest.

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from $6,310

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Route of the Parks

10 Day Itinerary

• See condor in Queulat National Park
• Explore Cerro Castillo National Par
• Discover Patagonia's ecosystem
• Visit Queulat National Park
• See the Marble Caves & Cathedrals
• Admire the San Rafael Glacier

Starts / Ends

Coyhaique / Balmaceda

Activity Level

Moderate

Explore Aysen’s Route of the Parks in 10 days from Balmaceda. Hike Queulat’s hanging glaciers, trek Cerro Castillo trails, and spot guanacos in Patagonia National Park. Sail through General Carrera Lake’s marble caves and glide past icebergs in San Rafael Lagoon. Stay in remote lodges with guided hikes and scenic drives.

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from $3,605

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Manu Biosphere

8 Day Itinerary

• Explore the Andean history of Cusco
• Visit the lush cloud forest
• Learn about the local ecology
• View parrots at a macaw clay lick

Activity Level

Relaxed

The pristine Manu Biosphere Reserve is one of the largest protected areas in South America. This trip takes you into the remote Manu Wildlife Center, where the amazing biodiversity delights birders, botanists, and curious travelers alike. Two days in colonial Cusco infuse your trip with Andean culture and make this a complete Peru adventure!

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from $2,030

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Trekking Along the Avenue of Volcanoes in Ecuador

8 Day Itinerary

• Witness Cotopaxi volcano
• Trek along Toachi canyon
• Explore Chimborazo Volcano
• Discover Llanganates National Park

Starts / Ends

Cotopaxi / Quito

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience an exciting 8-day Avenue of Volcanoes adventure trip. Hike, and witness stunning views of Cotopaxi, Quilotoa Lake, and Chimborazo. Explore Llanganates National Park, indulge in outdoor activities in Baños, and visit captivating waterfalls. Conclude in Quito City.

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from $1,077

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Madidi Jungle Ecolodge

Bolivian Amazon - 6 Day Itinerary

• Search for Bolivian wildlife
• Enjoys views Madidi National Park
• Learn about traditional customs
• Explore the town of Rurrenabaque

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La Paz / La Paz

Activity Level

Relaxed

This 6-day tour of Bolivia's Amazon takes you to Madidi National Park, where you'll stay 3 nights in Madidi Jungle Ecolodge - Owned and operated by an indigenous community in Bolivia. Here, learn to see the jungle through the eyes of the local Quechua Indians as you explore and look for wildlife and learn about traditional farming & cuisine.

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from $3,406

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Guyana Rainforest

6 Day Itinerary

• Kaietur and Roinduik Falls
• Paddle Burro Burro River
• Search for diverse wildlife
• Stay in 150 yr old heritage house

Activity Level

Relaxed

This 6-day tour takes you to the remote Guyana Amazon, where you can observe birds on Surama Mountain, visit the Amerindian Village of Surama and paddle along the Burro Burro River. Wildlife like spider monkeys, river otters & tapirs highlight the trip. End your journey Kaeiteur Waterfall, which rises more than five times the height of Niagara Falls.

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from $8,004

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Wildlife Odyssey

Amazon & Galapagos - 15 Day Itinerary

• Observe macaws at a clay lick
• Visit a 130-ft. observation tower
• Take in the vast array of wildlife
• Snorkel through clear waters

Activities

Fishing, Snorkeling

Activity Level

Relaxed

Discover three natural wonders of the world in one amazing trip: the Galapagos Islands, the Amazon Rainforest, and the Andes Mountains of Ecuador. Starting in Quito, fly to Sacha Lodge, deep in the Amazon, followed by the indigenous markets of Otavalo, staying at historic Hacienda Pinsaqui, culminating in the Wildlife Odyssey on an 8-day Galapagos cruise.

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from $3,546

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Manu Explorer

8 Day Itinerary

• See giant otters in oxbow lakes
• Visit Macaw Clay Lick Project
• Fall asleep to the forest sounds
• Enjoy the changing scenery

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience Manu National Park, the most biologically diverse place on the planet, like virtually no one else can: camp inside the park at the Manu Wildlife Tent Camp. Delight in the sights and sounds of this 1.8 million-hectare jungle paradise.

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from $2,297

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Uakari Floating Lodge

5 Day Itinerary

• Explore the beauty of the Amazon
• Visit local communities
• Look for unique Amazonian wildlife

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Uakari Floating Lodge / Uakari Floating Lodge

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore the Amazon on this 5-day tour from the comfort of the community-run Uakari Floating Lodge. Located in the Mamirauá Sustainable Developments Reserve, this floating lodge offers a full-service experience. Spend your time hiking or canoeing through the forest learning about the local habitat and looking out for unique animals with your guide.

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from $785

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Amazon Lodge Extension

4 Day Itinerary

• Catamaran wildlife float
• Spot Brown Capuchin Monkeys
• Walk along rainforest trails

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore Peru's vast jungle with a 3-night stay at Sandoval Lake Lodge. Set amidst a rich biologically diverse haven, Sandoval allows visitors to rise early for otter watching, view Brown Capuchin Monkeys, spot Black Caimans or catch a glimpse of Red-Bellied Macaws. Nature hikes and motor canoeing allow you to get up close to the incredible wildlife.

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from $964

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Napo Cultural Center - Sumak Kausay

4 Day Itinerary

• Visit Kichwa Añangu community
• Enjoy kayaking on Napo River
• Witness up to 11 species of parrots
• Visit Kichwa Añangu community
• Hike Terra Firme Forest

Starts / Ends

Quito / Napo Cultural Center

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore the 4-day trip at Napo Cultural Center. Explore the Kichwa Añangu community, observe wildlife, visit parrot clay licks, and paddle through blackwater creeks. Climb observation towers for panoramic rainforest views and join an ancestral catamaran ride. Witness Amazonian traditions, sustainable projects, and a mystical guayusa ritual.

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from $1,137

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Napo Cultural Center - Sumak Huasi

5 Day Itinerary

• Learn about Kichwa worldview
• Encounter diverse bird species
• Experience the wayusada ritual
• Join Kichwa cultural experiences
• Hike terra firme forest trails

Starts / Ends

Quito / Napo Cultural Center

Activities

Kayaking

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience a 5-day adventure trip at Napo Cultural Center. Meet the Kichwa Añangu community, hike, kayak, and witness breathtaking sunsets. Explore wildlife, sustainable projects, and an intercultural center. Climb the observation tower and savor the local cuisine. Participate in the "wayusada" ritual before returning to Coca town.

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