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Hightlights of Kapawi Ecolodge

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  • Kapawi Ecolodge is an award-winning, community tourism project, located deep within pristine and unspoiled Amazon rainforest.
  • The Kapawi Ecolodge Project is 100% owned and operated by the Achuar Indigenous community. All revenue generated from the lodge goes back to supporting the community, preserving their culture, and protecting the Amazon.
  • The lodge is truly off of the map, unreachable by road. For adventurous travelers and explorers Kapawi Lodge Reserve is the ultimate adventure!
  • As well as amazing wildlife spotting opportunities, Kapawi Ecolodge offers an authentic cultural experience with the Achuar people of the Ecuadorian Amazon. Kapawi Lodge tour itineraries are flexible and customizable depending on guests.
  • The Kapawi Ecolodge mission is to help guests to reconnect with nature, discover the abundant Amazon Rainforest wildlife, learn new ways of environmental stewardship, and ultimately contribute to the protection and respect of the Amazon Rainforest.

Kapawi Ecolodge

Itineraries and pricing 2024

Browse through the different itineraries below by clicking on each one.

  • $1080Per person
 

Kapawi Ecolodge 4 days Itinerary

  • Day 1  50-minute flight from Shell to the Achuar community of Kusutkau, then 30 motor canoe to the arrive at Kapawi ecolodge. On arrival an introductory talk and time to check-in, followed by lunch. In the afternoon a forest walk to learn about the rainforest ecosystem, followed by free time to swim, kayak or relax. Over dinner you’ll meet your Achuar hosts.
  • Day 2  Before sunrise there is an optional Wayusa tea ceremony, an important traditional aspect of Achuar culture. There is also time for an an early boat ride to watch birds and wildlife before breakfast. A morning forest trek to learn about plants that are used by the Achuar in construction, food, medicine and tools. Afternoon river kayaking to spot wildlife, with luck pink dolphins. Optional night walk to look for nocturnal insects, reptiles & amphibians.
  • Day 3  Early boat ride to visit a parrot claylick (saladero), and observe up to 4-6 different species of parrot, parakeet and macaw. Visit to nearby Achuar communities to learn more about their culture and way of life. Enjoy the evening sunset from the Pastaza River, and the warmth of a communal bonfire back at the lodge. Optional night boat ride to enjoy the sounds of the forest, and look for caiman and capybara.
  • Day 4  The usual early activity options are offered to make the most fo your last morning at Kapawi. After breakfast we head upriver to take the return flight to Shell around 10.30am, landing at Shell 50 minutes later.

NOTE: This is a SAMPLE ITINERARY only – activities on each trip may vary. Your guide will also try to adapt the activities to the desires and capabilities of each group.

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  • $1360Per person
 

Kapawi Ecolodge 5 days Itinerary

  • Day 1  50-minute flight from Shell to the Achuar community of Kusutkau, then 30 motor canoe to the arrive at Kapawi ecolodge. On arrival an introductory talk and time to check-in, followed by lunch. In the afternoon a forest walk to learn about the rainforest ecosystem, followed by free time to swim, kayak or relax. Over dinner you’ll meet your Achuar hosts.
  • Day 2  Before sunrise there is an optional Wayusa tea ceremony, an important traditional aspect of Achuar culture. There is also time for an an early boat ride to watch birds and wildlife before breakfast. A morning forest trek to learn about plants that are used by the Achuar in construction, food, medicine and tools. Afternoon river kayaking to spot wildlife, with luck pink dolphins. Optional night walk to look for nocturnal insects, reptiles & amphibians.
  • Day 3  Early boat ride to visit a parrot claylick (saladero), and observe up to 4-6 different species of parrot, parakeet and macaw. Visit to nearby Achuar communities to learn more about their culture and way of life. Enjoy the evening sunset from the Pastaza River, and the warmth of a communal bonfire back at the lodge. Optional night boat ride to enjoy the sounds of the forest, and look for caiman and capybara.
  • Day 4  A free and flexible day to see which special nature and cultural options our guests would like to explore. Perhaps the fig trees are bearing fruit for an opportunity to observe wildlife, or maybe a community has a special event that we can participate in. There is always something magical happening in the Amazon, so this day can be customized. Many Kapawi visitors also appreciate a moment to relax at the lodge.
  • Day 5  The usual early activity options are offered to make the most fo your last morning at Kapawi. After breakfast we head upriver to take the return flight to Shell around 10.30am, landing at Shell 50 minutes later.

NOTE: This is a SAMPLE ITINERARY only – activities on each trip may vary. Your guide will also try to adapt the activities to the desires and capabilities of each group.

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  • $2240Per person
 

Kapawi Ecolodge 8 days Itinerary

  • Day 1  50-minute flight from Shell to the Achuar community of Kusutkau, then 30 motor canoe to the arrive at Kapawi ecolodge. On arrival an introductory talk and time to check-in, followed by lunch. In the afternoon a forest walk to learn about the rainforest ecosystem, followed by free time to swim, kayak or relax. Over dinner you’ll meet your Achuar hosts.
  • Day 2  Before sunrise there is an optional Wayusa tea ceremony, an important traditional aspect of Achuar culture. There is also time for an an early boat ride to watch birds and wildlife before breakfast. A morning forest trek to learn about plants that are used by the Achuar in construction, food, medicine and tools. Afternoon river kayaking to spot wildlife, with luck pink dolphins. Optional night walk to look for nocturnal insects, reptiles & amphibians.
  • Day 3  Early boat ride to visit a parrot claylick (saladero), and observe up to 4-6 different species of parrot, parakeet and macaw. Visit to nearby Achuar communities to learn more about their culture and way of life. Enjoy the evening sunset from the Pastaza River, and the warmth of a communal bonfire back at the lodge. Optional night boat ride to enjoy the sounds of the forest, and look for caiman and capybara.
  • Day 4  A free and flexible day to see which special nature and cultural options our guests would like to explore. Perhaps the fig trees are bearing fruit for an opportunity to observe wildlife, or maybe a community has a special event that we can participate in. There is always something magical happening in the Amazon, so this day can be customized. Many Kapawi visitors also appreciate a moment to relax at the lodge.
  • Day 5  Early activity options in Kapawi, followed by breakfast at the lodge, activities and overnight at a community. A flexible and customisable day.
  • Day 6  Early activity options in Kapawi, followed by breakfast at the lodge, activities and camping in the woods. A flexible and customisable day.
  • Day 7  Early activity options in Kapawi, followed by breakfast at the lodge, activities and open option to customize the best experience available at that time. A flexible and customisable day.
  • Day 8  The usual early activity options are offered to make the most fo your last morning at Kapawi. After breakfast we head upriver to take the return flight to Shell around 10.30am, landing at Shell 50 minutes later.

NOTE: This is a SAMPLE ITINERARY only – activities on each trip may vary. Your guide will also try to adapt the activities to the desires and capabilities of each group.

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Kapawi Ecolodge Tour Specifications

Kapawi Ecolodge Inclusions

  • Accommodation in twin / double cabins.
  • Meals from lunch on day 1 to breakfast on final day.
  • All excursions as per itinerary.
  • Local naturalist, bilingual guide.
  • Boat rides, kayaking and other river excursions and activities.
  • Use of boots and rain poncho.
  • A contribution to the Achuar community fund USD 50. This fee is per visitor, to be reinvested directly in local community projects (e.g. education, reforestation, and carbon footprint reduction).

Kapawi Ecolodge Exclusions

  • Small plane flight (USD 296 per person for the route Shell-Kapawi-Shell).
  • Overland Transportation Quito-Shell-Quito (quoted separately based on group number).
  • Alcoholic beverages.
  • Special activities (personalized and customized special trips and activities).
  • Tips and gratuities.
  • Personal expenses (handicrafts and other).
  • Credit card transactions - please bring cash to pay personal expenses.
  • Single Supplement: 50%.
  • Children under 12 discount: 30%

Kapawi Ecolodge Accommodation and Facilities

  • cabinsBungalows: twin, double, and triple
  • showersShowers: Yes – hot water.
  • showersPrivate bathroom: Yes
  • electricityElectricity: 24-hour un-interrupted electricity
  • bootsBoots/rain poncho: Provided by lodge staff

Transportation to Kapawi Ecolodge Location

  • Road transfer from Quito to Shell – an airstrip close to the town of Baños.
  • From Shell, take a small plane charter flight to Kapawi, costing aprox $296 return per person. Flight timings may vary depending on local weather conditions.

Kapawi Ecolodge Trip Itineraries

  • Standard departure days are Friday-Monday (4 days) and Monday-Friday (5 days). The 7day itinerary can begin on either Monday or Friday.
  • For groups of over passengers it may also be possible to operate on other weekdays – please contact our sales staff to check availability for your dates of travel.

* The Lodge reserves the right to modify the itineraries due to weather conditions in the interests of client safety.

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