Achuar, Ecuador

Kapawi Lodge: Achuar Culture and Birding Safari

Venture deep into the amazon rainforest to connect with the native Achuar people and stay at their stunning ecolodge. You'll spend 8 days exploring beautiful rivers, spotting rare wildlife alongside native guides and relaxing in a hammock at your cottage. You'll also have the opportunity to spend time in Achuar communities to learn about their way of life and deep connection to the beautiful rainforest that surrounds you.

Trip Details

Duration

8 Days / 7 Nights

Travel Style

Cultural Immersion, Active Adventure, Connect with Nature, Off the Beaten Path and Time to Relax

Languages

English, Spanish and Other Local Language
Bilingual guides are available for all activities

Physical Activity

Moderate activity

Location

Rainforest and Rural Communities

Connect

Wifi: None
Cell: Limited

Highlights

  • Get immersed in a beautiful, remote part of the Amazon

  • See rare wildlife, with hundreds of species of birds just outside your door

  • Learn about the rainforest directly from your native hosts

  • Connect with the Achuar people and learn about their way of life

  • Kayak and swim in pristine rivers, directly outside your cottage

  • Relax in comfortable, private rooms with stunning views of the rainforest

Details

Schedule

Departs every Friday and Monday from Quito

Availability

Flexible Departure Date
All year

Itinerary

Day 1 - Depart Quito & Welcome to Kapawi!

Day 2 - Discover Kapawi Nature & Wildlife

Day 3 - Birding & Ishpingo Trail Adventure

Day 4 - Overnight in Achuar Community

Day 5 - Morning Ceremony, Relax & Ceviche Class

Day 6 - Pastaza-Kusutkao Trail & Kayak

Day 7 - Forest Learning & Local Legends

Day 8 - Final Morning & Departure

What's Included

Lodging

Eco Lodge

Activities

All activities are included in the package! See the itinerary for details

Guide

Bilingual guide

Room

Private Room, Private Bathroom and Balcony

Food

All meals included

Your Local Host

Kapawi Amazon Lodge

Kapawi Amazon Lodge

Locally Owned Community Project

Step into a world where ancient traditions meet the pristine wilderness of the Amazon at Kapawi Amazon Lodge. Nestled in the heart of one of the most biodiverse ecosystems on the planet, this unique lodge offers more than just a stay — it's a gateway to experi

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Getting There

Transport options

Get picked up (included)

You'll be transported from your hotel in Quito to the small Shell airport where you'll take a 50-minute flight to the jungle airstrip - all included in your package!

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Starts at:

$1,850/person

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Speaks: English, Spanish and Other Local Language

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