3-Day Amazon Explorer
Why our Tena Lodge
What makes us different
Easy to reach
Just 40 minutes from Tena city. No long drives, no complicated logistics.
Small & Personal
With just 6 rooms and a maximum of 12 guests, enjoy a personal Amazon experience.
All-inclusive
Room, all meals, canoe transport, and expert guides; everything taken care of.
15 Years of Experience
A decade and a half of expertise in sustainable Amazon tourism and community partnerships.
"Home to one of the few parrot clay licks in the Amazon."
A rare sight · Amazon of Ecuador
Day by Day
Full Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival
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12:00 — Arrival & Welcome LunchOur guide will meet you at the Arajuno Bridge and you'll enjoy a 20-minute canoe ride to the lodge. After you check into your room, you'll enjoy a welcome lunch.
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Afternoon Rainforest WalkWe'll take a 1-hour walk around the lodge. Your guide will show you the rainforest plants and explain how the local ecosystem works.
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Free TimeYou can relax by the pool, rest in the hammocks, walk along the river, or just listen to the jungle sounds.
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Dinner & Night WalkAfter dinner, we'll go on a night walk with flashlights. You'll hear the frogs and insects, and may spot nocturnal wildlife.
The night walk is easy and slow. Your guide leads with flashlights. No experience needed.
Day 2
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Early Morning — Bird Watching & Parrot Clay LickWe start early with birdwatching around the lodge, then head to the Saladero, a rare parrot clay lick where dozens of parrots and parakeets gather to eat mineral-rich clay from the riverbank. This is one of the few clay licks preserved in the Ecuadorian Amazon.
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8:00 AM — BreakfastWe'll head back to the lodge for breakfast.
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Morning/Midday — Wildlife Islands or AmaZOOnicoWe'll visit AmaZOOnico animal rescue center, Caiman Island, or Monkey Island depending on weather and river conditions. These trips allow you to explore conservation projects, see local wildlife, and experience the natural habitats of the Amazon.
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Lunch & Afternoon — Kichwa Community ExperienceWe return to the lodge for lunch, then take a short canoe ride to the San Bartolo community. You'll meet the community leader and families, help prepare chicha (a traditional fermented drink), share a guayusa tea and chicha toast, watch traditional Kichwa dancing with authentic dress, learn to cook maito and yuca at the tulpa (traditional cooking fire), share a pambamesa (communal meal), and browse handmade crafts made by the families. Your purchases go directly to support them.
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Dinner & Free TimeReturn to the lodge, free time to relax by the river, enjoy the pool, or rest in the hammocks. Dinner and overnight.
Entry fees (not included): Community visit $5 per person. AmaZOOnico $5 adults / $2.50 children. Paid directly to support local families and conservation projects.
Day 3
Departure
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Before Dawn — Jungle ViewpointWake up early to visit the natural mirador. Watch the rainforest wake up and try to spot some wildlife as the jungle comes to life.
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8:00 AM — BreakfastReturn to the lodge for a relaxed breakfast.
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9:30 AM — Check-out & DepartureWe'll help you prepare your bags and take you back to the Arajuno Bridge by canoe, arriving around 10:00.
Your guide will ensure you have plenty of time for a peaceful morning before departure.
Why Here
The jungle's best, on our doorstep.
Here, almost all of the famous sights starts at the lodge. The longest you will ever travel is 45 minutes.
10min
Parrot clay lick
A short canoe ride from the lodge, dawn visits with a guide
2min
Forest hiking trails
Trailheads start at the edge of the gardens
0min
Night walks & wildlife
Frogs, insects, the occasional kinkajou, all on the property
20min canoe
Arajuno Bridge
Where you meet your guide and board the canoe
45min canoe
AmaZOOnico animal rescue
The furthest you will go from the lodge
Pricing
All-inclusive, from $240 per person.
Departures:
Mon
Wed
Thu
Fri
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3 Days · 2 Nights · Package
One price for the whole tour and accommodation, pick the room that suits you.
View Rooms →Accommodation
What's Included
Included & Not Included
✓ Included in your stay
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- Private room with a private bathroom, hot water, and towels
- All meals (from lunch on Day 1 until departure from the lodge) *We offer vegan, vegetarian, and other dietary options upon request
- Unlimited purified water, coffee, tea, and juices
- All activities listed in the itinerary
- Certified local guide (English and Spanish)
- Canoe transport between the Arajuno Bridge and Tena Lodge
- Rain & safety gear: rubber boots, raincoats, and life jackets
- Wi-Fi only in common areas (Starlink)
✕ Not included
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- Community fee ($7 per person, if visited)
- AmaZOOnico fee ($5 per person, if visited)
- Bar drinks: sodas and alcoholic beverages
- Tips and personal expenses
- Taxes (only for Ecuadorian travelers and companies)
Where You Will Stay
Napo Amazon Lodge
A small, personal lodge with 12 guests maximum. 15+ years of sustainable tourism experience in the Amazon, operated by locals.
Comfort & Nature
Superior Private Rooms
Rooms designed for comfort with views of the rainforest. Each has hot water, electricity, and a private terrace.
- Private terrace with forest views
- Hot water & electricity
- Bathtub with nature view
- Solar-powered energy
Dining Experience
All-Inclusive Meals
Fresh daily set menu served as a self-service buffet. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily with unlimited coffee, tea, and water.
- 3 meals daily included
- Fresh local ingredients
- Ecuadorian & Amazonian flavors
- Unlimited coffee, tea & water
Stay Connected & Relax
Pool & Connectivity
Infinity pool with river views, hammocks, and Starlink WiFi. Work remote or simply unwind in the jungle.
- Infinity-style pool with views
- Starlink internet (common areas)
- Hammocks & mesh platforms
- Natural lookout & river access
Getting Here
40 minutes from Tena.
Deep in the Amazon.
Deep in the Amazon.
Meet your guide at the Arajuno River Bridge
Enjoy a scenic 20-minute canoe ride to the lodge
Easily reachable from both Quito and Baños
We gladly help arrange your private shuttle transport
