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Three people in a boat on a river, wearing life jackets and one with a headband. 2
A waterfall in a lush forest with a person standing on a rock by the water. 3
A couple sitting on a wooden platform overlooking a river and dense forest. 4
A person holding a colorful parrot. 5

Full-Day Private Tour in the Amazon

By Explorsierra Expediciones Cia. Ltda.
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$279 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Visit to the Mira Mera vantage point
  • Visit to the Hola Vida community
  • Hike to the Hola Vida Waterfall
  • Visit the Artisan Chocolate Factory
  • Visit to the Indichuris vantage point

Activity location

    • Reserva De Bosque Tropical Hola Vida
    • Pastaza Province, Pastaza, Ecuador

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Reserva De Bosque Tropical Hola Vida
    • Pastaza Province, Pastaza, Ecuador

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Full-Day Private Tour in the Amazon

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English
Price details
AU$279.22 x 1 AdultAU$279.22
Total
Price is AU$279.22

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Lunch.
  • Inclusions
    A certified tour guide.
  • Inclusions
    Travel assistance.
  • Inclusions
    Canoe activity
  • Inclusions
    Tourism transport.
  • Inclusions
    Admission ticket to the community.
  • Inclusions
    Admission ticket to the Indichuris vantage point.
  • Inclusions
    Entrance fees to the Hola Vida Waterfall.
  • Inclusions
    Admission ticket to the Artisan Chocolate Factory
  • Exclusions
    Additional drinks and snacks during the tour.
  • Exclusions
    Chocolate and cassava tortilla order USD 3 per person (optional)

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Explosive substances, Feeding animals, Pets, Riding the animals, Smoking in the vehicle
    • Not suitable for: Babies under 1 year, People over 95 years, People with mobility impairments, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

  • The Amazon Sightseeing Tour is a full-day excursion to the Hola Vida Ecological Reserve, located in the province of Pastaza, Ecuador. The reserve is a wildlife refuge that is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna. The sightseeing tour offers visitors the opportunity to explore the rainforest, learn about indigenous culture, and experience the natural beauty of the Amazon.

    What should you bring?
    Camera.
    Sandals
    Sun cream.
    Cap and sunglasses.
    Insect repellent.
    Bottle of water (1 litre).
    Comfortable shoes and socks.
    Swimwear, towel and dry bag.
    Lightweight pants or shorts.
    Lightweight long-sleeved or short-sleeved shirt.
    Local community $1 USD per person (optional).

    Itinerary
    9:00 AM: Departure from Baños to the city of Puyo.
    10:00 AM: Arrival at the “Mira Mera” vantage point. Visit to the vantage point and enjoy the panoramic views.
    10:30 AM: Continue the journey to the Kichwa “Wayuri” Community.
    11:00 AM: Arrival at the “Wayuri” Kichwa Community. Cultural exchange with the community, learning about their lifestyle, participating in activities such as the blowpipe, achiote painting, and traditional dance, and appreciating their crafts.
    12:30 PM: Canoe ride on the Puyo River (approximately 45 minutes).
    1:00 PM: Typical lunch in the community, tasting “maito de tilapia” and “Wayusa”.
    2:00 PM: Hike to the “Hola Vida” waterfall (approximately 1 hour return). Enjoy a refreshing swim at the waterfall and observe the local flora and fauna.
    3:00 PM: Visit to the “Indichuris” vantage point. Admire the Amazonian landscape and take photos.
    04:00 PM: Visit to a local family dedicated to the cultivation and processing of cocoa. Participation in the preparation of organic chocolate using traditional artisanal techniques.
    5:30 PM (approx.): Drop-off in Baños.

Location

Activity location

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    • Reserva De Bosque Tropical Hola Vida
    • Pastaza Province, Pastaza, Ecuador

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Reserva De Bosque Tropical Hola Vida
    • Pastaza Province, Pastaza, Ecuador