4 Days Amazon Jungle Exploration in Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve

• Lightweight pants and long sleeved cotton shirts are ideal for walks in the forest. However, if you are more comfortable wearing short sleeves, remember that exposed skin may need a light dousing with insect repellant.

• During the rain, full waterproof clothing can be uncomfortable as it often gets you wet with sweat instead of water, but rain ponchos are recommendable for tropical cloudbursts. Plenty of ponchos are available at no charge if you do not have your own, and we also supply rubber boots up to mens size 14 for walks in the forest interior.

• Comfortable shoes (or sandals), shorts and t-shirts are fine for walking on boardwalks and around the Lodge during meals and free time. And dont forget your bathing suit!

  • Passport

  • Binoculars

  • Flashlight and batteries

  • Camera, memory and flash

  • Insect repellent

  • Sun protection (cream / sunglasses / hat or cap)

  • Light long pants and long-sleeved shirts for walks

  • Shorts, short sleeve shirts and swimsuit for the Lodge

  • Comfortable shoes and extra socks

  • Small day backpack

  • Plastic bags to protect cameras, binoculars, batteries, etc... from rain

60 days or more before departure:
Full refund, excluding the nonrefundable prepayment of 30%.

From 59 to 21 days before departure:
Refund of 60% of the travel price

From 20 to 10 days before departure:
Refund of 50% of the travel price

From 9 to 5 days before departure:
Refund of 20% of the travel price

From 4 days until departure;
0% will be refunded

• Research and gather information about the indigenous community before the trip. Understanding the history, culture, codes of conduct and the indigenous groups link to nature will also help you to appreciate their customs. You can do it by the hand of our travel advisors and on your own initiative.

• Refuse nor request any activity related to the commercial sexual exploitation of minors or of any kind of exploitation.

• Report any type of related irregularity.

• Leave as small a footprint as possible. Preserve water, fauna and flora and ask the guide what can or cannot be done.

• Buy only those pieces made by local indigenous artisans, since many indigenous groups do not have their intellectual property registered.

• Avoid buying handicrafts made from endangered species. Irresponsible buying can drive a demand that could lead some species to extinction.

• Do not take any objects from archaeological sites, as this could cause irreversible damage to cultural heritage assets associated with indigenous communities and their beliefs.

• In areas managed by indigenous communities, enter only those places open to tourists. Some spaces or rituals have spiritual significance and are therefore considered sacred or may simply be off limits or unsafe for tourists.

• Always ask permission before taking a photograph of indigenous people, significant places, or rituals. In some communities it is considered inappropriate to be photographed.

• Ask for the consent of community members and the service of a local guide if you wish to participate in private spiritual ceremonies and rituals.

• Ask lots of questions. Ask the tour operator, guide, lodging establishments and indigenous communities about their environmental practices and their commitment to protecting indigenous rights.

• Asking questions helps create a demand for environmentalism and responsible tourism throughout the tourism sector.

• Avoid giving money or gifts to children. This does not improve their future, as it makes them dependent on the charity of tourists. If you wish to show solidarity, talk to the guide or a community leader about how to contribute.

• Remember that indigenous cultures are constantly evolving and changing, like any other culture, and be aware that they may not meet expectations of authenticity. A visit to a community should be understood first and foremost as a learning experience.

Depending on the country, you need or not to apply for a visa to Ecuador