ATTRACTIONS OF THE AMAZON

 

Spending a vacation in eastern Ecuadorian will be an experience you will never forget, and it is that there you will find a dense jungle full of wildlife, beautiful waterfalls, parks, lakes.

Where you can go from quiet walks in the company of family and friends to extreme activities, if you are passionate about adrenaline.

Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve

It is located in the province of Sucumbíos, northeast of the Amazon Region of Ecuador

Considered one of the most biodiverse places on the planet along with the Yasuní National Park. If you are looking to discover the wonders of nature and surround yourself with exuberant and exotic flora and fauna, Cubayeno is an ideal destination for you!

The activities allowed within the Cuyabeno Wildlife Production Reserve are: photography, jungle excursion, swimming, canoeing and experiential fishing.

It is made up of a system of interconnected lagoons and has a high number of animal species (mainly birds), including the harpy eagle, symbol of the birdlife in the area. There you can also see pink river dolphins, alligators, birds, etc.

we are sure that you will enjoy the imposing landscape and you will delight in your visit

Waterfall San Rafael

Located on the Quijos River, on the border between the Napo and Sucumbíos provinces, approximately two hours from El Chaco.
The San Rafael waterfall is born at the confluence of the Quijos and the Salado rivers; This beautiful and impressive waterfall is 160 meters high and 14 meters wide.

Weather

The approximate temperature is 20 ºC.

Attractive

• Trails: Walking its different trails is a rewarding experience, as well as reaching almost to its base is established in a unique and unrepeatable practice.

• Reventador Volcano: Walking the Reventador volcano trail is a way to get to know the nature that surrounds us, the entrance is a 15-minute walk from the waterfall. Details

• Quijos River: It is the main river in the area, a mountain river with many rapids and jumps along its route. Its basin is formed by numerous rivers, 11 of which are the main ones, it has a route of 44.5 km.

• Viewpoint: The San Rafael waterfall is located in the Sumaco ecological reserve, but the viewpoint is within the Cayambe-Coca National Park.

A very nice place to take photograph and enjoy a walk

Jumandy Caverns

Located 2 kilometers away (10 minutes) from the city of Archidona. (Napo- Archidona)

Lagoon: Inside the caverns there is a deep lagoon of about 8 meters in diameter and 4 m deep, it is only possible to cross it by swimming, the experience is unique. The height of the cave is about 5 to 7 meters. 

Caves: They are divided into three caves, the river cave is the one most visited by tourists, you walk through the river bed. 

Mineral Water: From the river that rises inside the Jumandy Caves, mineral water is obtained for the pool that works at the entrance. 

Activities: Recreation, diving, sports (basketball and soccer), Speleological research, Interpretation of geological forms, Walks

a perfect place to enjoy nature and knowledge