Dolphin Lodge
The Amazon Dolphin Lodge is located in the Panacocha protected forest reserve, (56,000 has) consider a central biological corridor linking Yasuni National Park and the Cuyabeno Wildlife Refuge.
Panacocha is classified as a Humid Tropical Forest. Wildlife is in abundance everywhere in the reserve. A short list of possible observations includes: Howler, Squirl, Capuchin and night monkeys along with the Black-mantled Tamarin and Pigmy Marmosets, and of course the Amazon Pink River Dolphin.
- Amazon Dolphin Lodge, operates from
Friday to Monday and Monday to Friday.
- Programs always begin after lunch on your first day.
| 2019 rates per person from (Subject to change):* | |
| DESCRIPTION | |
| 5 Day 4 Night package (Min. 2 person) | 750.00 |
| 4 Day 3 Night package (Min. 2 person) | 600.00 |
SAMPLE ITINERARY
| Monday - Breakfast. After breakfast we will take a small canoe to navigate on the Manduro river until reaching the Sapococha Lagoon. We will walk around the lagoon enjoying the sounds of birds, frogs, monkeys, etc. In addition we will learn about different types of aquatic plants. Return to the lodge to have lunch. In the afternoon, we will visit the Socali path, characterized for a variety of different jungle lands. This path is used as an introduction trail to learn about the flora and fauna that is possible to find in different types of forest. Return to the lodge to have dinner. Resting time. |
| Tuesday - After breakfast we will visit the Capibara path. An adventure trail with many swamps. In this trail you will see some palm trees that are impossible to see in other places. Return to the lodge to have lunch. In the afternoon, without rubber boots and in comfortable dress, (shorts are recommended) the local guides are going to teach us how to use the blowpipe. After this activity we will take a small canoe to enjoy some piranha fishing. Return to the lodge to have dinner. Resting time. |
| Wednesday - Breakfast. We will wear our rubber boots and jungle dress and take a canoe up river while watching birds, butterflies, orchids and amphibians until we reach the trail 'Dos ramas'. We will take a short hike to learn about medicinal plants, birds and animals. Return to the lodge to have lunch. In the afternoon, we will take the Tucan trail. path that is characterized by its ease for birdwatching, in the area we have recorded over 350 species of birds. Return to the lodge to have dinner. Resting time. |
| Thursday - After breakfast we will take the motor boat to go out of the borders of our reserve and visit an indigenous family of the Quichuas del Oriente community. Our guides will talk to you about traditions and costumes of these tribes. Return to the lodge to have lunch. In the afternoon, we will walk through the 'Guatusos trail'. A new opportunity to learn from our guides the utility of some plants, about birds, insects and animals. Return to the lodge to have dinner. Resting time. |
| Friday - After breakfast, we will go deep inside in the jungle until we reach a small river surrounded by stones, sand, clay and other elements. In this place the guides will show us the techniques and instruments to make protractors baskets heavy objects with the resources of the Amazon. In the afternoon, we will visit the Socali path, characterized for a variety of different jungle lands. This path is used as an introduction trail to learn about the flora and fauna that is possible to find in different types of forest. Return to the lodge to have dinner. Resting time. |
| Saturday - After breakfast we will visit the Capibara path. An adventure trail with many swamps. In this trail you will see some palm trees that are impossible to see in other places. Return to the lodge to have lunch. In the afternoon, we will take the Tucan trail. path that is characterized by its ease for birdwatching, in the area we have recorded over 350 species of birds. Return to the lodge to have dinner. Resting time. |
| Sunday - After breakfast we will take the motor boat to go out of the borders of our reserve and visit an indigenous family of the Quichuas del Oriente community. Our guides will talk you about traditions and costumes of these tribes. Return to the lodge to have lunch. In the afternoon without rubber boots and in comfortable dress, (shorts are recommended) the local guides are going to teach us how to use the blowpipe. After this activity we will take a small canoe to enjoy some piranha fishing. Return to the lodge to have dinner. Resting time. |
Programs are subject to change without notice due to seasonal changes, last minute weather conditions.
Rate includes:accommodation in private cabins, native naturalistic guide, English speaking guide, three meals per day during the tour, excursions, bottled water to drink all time, rubber boots up to size 43
Does not include: transportation Quito and back to Quito, bar bills, tips for the staff, personal jungle equipment, rubber boots (size 44 upwards)
What to Bring
- Cotton shirts
- Small backpack (waterproof)
- Insect repellent
- Shorts, 2 or more
- T- Shirts, 3 or more
- Binoculars
- Torch (flashlight)
- Sun block
- Bathing suit
- Cotton underwear
- Original Passport
- Sunglasses
- Hat or cap
- Water Canteen
- Sweater
- Book and notebook
- Toiletries
- Long trousers
- High speed film
- Cotton socks
- Comfortable walking sandal
- Prescription medicines
- Money