Itinerary
- Day 1
Quito
You'll touch down at Mariscal Sucre International Airport in Quito and connect with your group. Transportation to your hotel is included, so you can settle in and get some rest. It's a straightforward arrival day meant to ease you into the trip before the Amazon portion kicks off.
- Start point
- Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO), Vía Tababela - Yaruquí Lote 18, Quito, Pichincha 1709, Ecuador (Quito Airport, 00:00 - 23:55)
Landmarks/POIs Mariscal Sucre International Airport - Day 2
Quito to Amazon Lodge
After breakfast, you're heading to the Andes highlands to check out Papallacta hot springs where you can soak in the thermal waters before lunch. From there, it's a scenic drive down into the Amazon region with stops along the way. By evening you'll reach your lodge, grab a welcome drink, and have dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Hotel Papallacta), Dinner (Dinner crafted from a fusion of the freshest local ingredients)
Included Activities
- Entrance to Papallacta Hot Springs public pools
- Thermal hot springs soak at Papallacta
Landmarks/POIs Papallacta Hot Springs Andes Highlands - Day 3
Amazon Lodge
This morning you're taking a journey through the Ushpayacu estuary to see waterfalls and thick jungle. The afternoon has you hiking the Guitarracocha Trail, ending at the Hollin River viewpoint for nice views. Back at the lodge later, you'll participate in a cooking class before the evening winds down.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Ushpayacu estuary exploration
- Guitarracocha Trail hike
- Hollin River viewpoint visit
- Evening cooking class
Landmarks/POIs Ushpayacu Estuary Guitarracocha Trail Hollin River - Day 4
Amazon Lodge
You're spending four to five hours kayaking on the Anzu River, dealing with Class II or III rapids under professional, internationally certified guides. The water is clear and orchids line the banks. There's a break on the river beach for relaxation and taking things in before heading back.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch on the river), Dinner
Included Activities
- Kayaking on Anzu River (Class II-III rapids, approximately 6 hours)
Landmarks/POIs Anzu River - Day 5
Amazon Lodge
Today's a rafting day on the Jatun Yacu River with Class III rapids and big waves. Professional instructors will guide you through it, and all safety gear is provided. You'll stop for swimming and games on the river beach, plus there's time to just relax between sections.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch on the river), Dinner
Included Activities
- Rafting on Jatun Yacu River (Class III rapids, approximately 5-6 hours)
Landmarks/POIs Jatun Yacu River - Day 6
Amazon Lodge to Quito
After a local breakfast made with fresh ingredients, you'll have lunch before heading back up the mountains toward Quito. There's a stop halfway at a lookout where you can stretch and eat a box lunch. After that, it's the final drive to Quito where you'll be dropped at your destination.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast prepared with a fusion of fresh, locally sourced ingredients), Lunch (Box lunch at lookout during journey)
