Amazon River Cruise

Day 1: Quito - Coca - Napo River

Morning departure from Quito. A short 30-minute flight takes you to the frontier town of Coca (Francisco de Orellana) and transfer to the Río Napo port where you will embark on a motorised canoe and navigate down river for about 1 hour to board the M/V Anakonda.

Along the way you will have a chance to admire the rainforest landscape and banks of the great Napo River. Immediately after boarding, the M/V Anakonda will start navigating downstream, a great opportunity for observing from the sundeck the amazing flora and fauna of the region. After dinner, enjoy an optional nocturnal walk into the forest to discover the mysteries of this unique environment and see how life emerges in the dark right before your eyes.

Day 2: Panacocha Biological Corridor

We will continue our navigation downstream to the Pañayacu River delta; take a canoe trip up the river to experience the sights of this fascinating reserve. We will seek out Pink River Dolphins, Common Squirrel Monkeys and much more. Pañacocha (Piranha Lake, in Quechua) is an ecosystem flooded by white waters. The rivers and lakes here are the perfect habitat for the infamous Piranha, as well as the Water Monkey Fish (Arawana) and White Caiman. After a refreshing swim (for the courageous!), we will enjoy a delicious Amazon-style BBQ meal and refreshing beverages at a nearby camping site. In the afternoon, we will head out on exploration trails, and return onboard for dinner.

Day 3: Parrot Clay Licks - Quechua Cultural Centre - Observation Tower

Breakfast served on board. We set out to visit one of the most amazing spectacles this side of western Amazonia known as parrot licks, these unique pools of mud become rich in minerals and attract hundreds of parrots, parakeets and amazons every day. If weather permits, we will have a chance to marvel at this astonishing natural phenomenon.

Later, we will visit a Quechua Cultural Centre, where we will learn about Amazon communities and their ancestral culture, traditions, and cuisine. Members of the local community will teach us about indigenous lifestyles along the Napo River and we will have the opportunity to support the local community by purchasing handicrafts, local products, and souvenirs.

Before sunset, we will visit an observation tower in the rainforest canopy, which offers an astonishing 360-degree view of the Amazon basin and is the perfect photo opportunity! Birdwatchers and bird-lovers alike will especially enjoy this outing.

Day 4: Coca - Quito

Early departure from the Anakonda and transfer back to Coca (1.5 hour canoe ride); return flight to Quito.

• On-board accommodation 
• Transfers to/from vessels (based on flights) 
• Tours led by certified naturalist guide
• Activities as specified
• All meals during voyage
• Hot water, coffee and tea 

• International airfares 
• Return airfares Quito-Coca
• Arrival/departure taxes or reciprocity fees, visa fees where applicable 
• Travel insurance 
• Community entrance fee - US$70 pp
• Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
• Gratuities
• Any items not mentioned as included

• Entrance fees are subject to change without previous notice
• Additional fees apply for children under 12 years old
• Optional glamping available, ask us for more information