Yasuni Tour: 3 Days and 2 Nights in Yasuni National Park

This Yasuni tour spends 3 days and 2 nights in Yasuni National Park, the most remote corner of the Ecuadorian Amazon, with canoe trips, rainforest trails and lodge meals. Prices start at $990 per person.

Discover the Best of Ecuador’s Amazon on a 3-Day / 2-Night Adventure Through Yasuni National Park

Immerse yourself for three days in the heart of Yasuni National Park, one of the most biodiverse regions on the planet and a unique natural sanctuary in the Ecuadorian Amazon. Upon your arrival, sailing down the majestic Napo River, you will be welcomed at Yarina EcoLodge, an ecolodge surrounded by virgin jungle, where an experience designed to connect you deeply with nature begins.

During your stay, you will explore Amazonian trails, swamps, lagoons, and streams on guided hikes and canoe trips. Accompanied by expert naturalist guides, you will discover an impressive variety of wildlife, from colorful birds and monkeys to nocturnal creatures that only come out at nightfall. You can also participate in traditional activities such as piranha fishing, blowgun use, and cultural experiences with local Kichwa communities.

Each day combines adventure, learning, and relaxation, always surrounded by the magic of Yasuni. You will stay in eco-friendly cabins built with local materials, enjoying a comfortable and authentic atmosphere, accompanied by homemade meals prepared with regional ingredients. This 3-day, 2-night program is ideal for those seeking a journey to Yasuni: pure nature, local culture, and an intimate connection with Ecuador’s most emblematic rainforest.

Important

All programs are subject to change by reason of force majeure to ensure visitors’ safety, as well as by reason of other unforeseen circumstances, negligence by any third party, weather conditions, or interest of visitors.

Highlights

• Explore the heart of Yasuni National Park, one of the most biodiverse places on Earth.
• Guided jungle walks through primary rainforest, swamps, and wildlife-rich trails.
• Canoe excursions along lagoons and small rivers to spot birds, monkeys, and aquatic species.
• Night adventures to discover the Amazon’s nocturnal wildlife and unique rainforest sounds.
• Cultural experience with Kichwa communities, including traditional practices and demonstrations.
• Piranha fishing and the chance to try ancestral tools like the blowgun.
• Eco-friendly lodging surrounded by untouched Amazon rainforest.
• Delicious local meals prepared with fresh regional ingredients.

Itinerary

1. Day 1Friday-Arrival in Coca & Introduction to the Amazon

   

   Upon arriving in Coca City, you’ll board a motorized canoe for a scenic ride along the river, enjoying your first glimpses of the lush Amazon rainforest as we head toward the lodge. After settling in and enjoying lunch, we begin our adventure with a visit to the Socali Trail, a fascinating introductory path known for its variety of jungle landscapes. Here, your naturalist guide will teach you about the diverse flora and fauna found across different types of forest within the region. Return to the lodge for dinner and time to unwind surrounded by the peaceful sounds of the Amazon.

   Overnight: Yarina Eco LodgeMeals: lunch, dinner

2. Day 2Saturday-Capybara Trail, Piranha Fishing & Night Caiman Watching

   

   After breakfast, we set out toward the Capybara Trail, a route filled with adventure as we cross swampy terrain rich in palms found nowhere else in the area. This unique ecosystem offers incredible opportunities for exploration and wildlife observation. We return to the lodge for lunch, and in the afternoon, we trade our boots for shorts and a T-shirt to board a small canoe and enjoy piranha fishing, a fun and memorable experience. Before starting, your guide will demonstrate the use of one of the Amazon’s most iconic traditional weapons: the blowpipe (bodoquera). After dinner at the lodge, the adventure continues with a night outing in rowing canoes to observe caimans gliding through the dark waters of the lagoon one of the rainforest’s most thrilling moments.

   Overnight: Yarina Eco LodgeMeals: breakfast, lunch, dinner

3. Day 3Sunday-Indigenous Community Visit & Guatusos Trail

   

   After breakfast, we take the motorized canoe and travel beyond the reserve limits to visit a local Kichwa family from the Oriente region. This cultural exchange offers insight into their customs, traditions, and daily life in the Amazon. After, you’ll take the canoe back to Coca City, marking the end of an unforgettable Amazon rainforest experience.

   Meals: breakfast

Prices per person