Ecuador Amazon Tour at La Casa del Suizo: 4 Days and 3 Nights

This Ecuador Amazon tour spends 4 days and 3 nights at La Casa del Suizo lodge on the Napo River, with jungle walks, canoe trips and a visit to a Kichwa community. Prices start at $830 per person.

Explore the Wildlife, Culture, Activities, and Natural Wonders of Your Ecuador Amazon

Ecuador Amazon tour at La Casa del Suizo, each day begins with immersive activities designed to connect you with the heart of the Ecuadorian Amazon. You’ll explore lush rainforest trails, accompanied by expert local guides, learning about medicinal plants, ancestral traditions, and the incredible biodiversity.

Along the way, you may spot monkeys, colorful birds, and unique insects. Your adventure continues with hands-on cultural experiences in nearby Kichwa communities.

Participate in traditional activities such as crafting with natural materials, tasting typical dishes, or learning ancestral techniques. You’ll also enjoy exciting excursions on the Napo River, whether paddling by canoe, observing wildlife along its banks, or visiting scenic overlooks.

Highlights

• Stay at La Casa del Suizo, one of Ecuador’s most renowned Amazon lodges overlooking the Napo River.
• Jungle hikes with expert naturalist guides, discovering medicinal plants, wildlife, and rainforest ecosystems.
• Cultural immersion with Kichwa communities, learning ancestral traditions, crafts, and daily life in the Amazon.
• Scenic canoe rides on the Napo River
• Comfort and relaxation at the lodge, including river-view rooms, a swimming pool, and buffet-style meals.

Itinerary

1. Day 1Hot Springs & Journey into the Amazon

   

   Your adventure begins with a pickup in Quito and a scenic drive into the Andes.

   The first stop is the famous Papallacta hot springs, where you can relax in the warm pools surrounded by breathtaking mountain views. After enjoying a relaxing soak, you'll have lunch at the on-site restaurant.

   The journey continues into the Amazon basin, descending to Punta Ahuano. From there, a short canoe trip on the Napo River will take you to La Casa del Suizo lodge.

   Upon arrival, you'll check in and have time to settle into your room and enjoy the facilities. The day concludes with a delicious buffet dinner at the lodge.

   Overnight: La Casa del SuizoMeals: lunch, dinner

2. Day 2A Day of Amazon Adventures, Culture & Relaxation

   

   Begin your day with a delicious buffet breakfast, the perfect way to fuel up for a morning full of adventure.

   Afterwards, you may choose from two morning activities:
   - Rainforest Walk: Guided explorations through the lush tropical forest.
   - Wood Raft Building & Ride: Build a traditional wooden raft.

   Around midday, you’ll have some free time at the hotel, ideal for resting or taking advantage of the facilities, followed by a buffet lunch featuring a varied and flavorful selection.

   In the afternoon, you can once again select from a range of engaging activities:
   - Chocolate Preparation: Learn the traditional process of turning cacao beans into chocolate.
   - Butterfly Farm: Visit a colorful garden
   - Indigenous Family Visit: Meet a local family and learn about their customs and traditions.
   - Caiman Lagoon: Explore a quiet lagoon to spot caimans in their natural habitat.

   After your activity, enjoy additional free time at the hotel, perfect for relaxing, swimming, or savoring a refreshing cocktail. You will end the day with a buffet dinner in a calm and welcoming atmosphere.

   Overnight: La Casa del SuizoMeals: breakfast, lunch, dinner

3. Day 3Immersive Amazon Experiences: Nature, Culture & Serenity

   

   Start your day with a delicious breakfast. Then choose between two exciting morning activities: Animal rescue center:
   - Visit a local rescue center dedicated to the protection and rehabilitation of Amazonian wildlife.
   - Tubing: Enjoy a refreshing and fun tubing experience as you float gently down the river.

   Around noon, you will have lunch featuring a delicious variety of local and international dishes.

   In the afternoon, continue your Amazonian adventure by choosing from a variety of cultural and nature activities:
   - Museum of Indigenous Traps and Medicinal Plants: Discover traditional hunting methods and learn about the ancestral uses of medicinal plants.
   - Amazonian ceramics: Explore the creative world of Amazonian ceramics.
   - Balsa wood carving: Watch as skilled artisans transform lightweight balsa wood into intricate carvings.
   After the activity, enjoy additional free time at the hotel.

   Overnight: La Casa del SuizoMeals: breakfast, lunch, dinner

4. Day 4Departure Day

   

   Begin the morning with a buffet breakfast before completing the check-out process. Afterward, enjoy a short canoe transfer to Punta Ahuano, where your journey back begins. From there, you will depart toward Baeza, stopping for a relaxing lunch at midday. In the afternoon, continue the drive back to Quito.

   Meals: breakfast, lunch

Prices per person