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- Adventure levelMedium/high
- Deep AmazonYes
- Access fromLago Agrio
- Native CommunitySiona
Highlights of the Siona Lodge
- Siona Lodge is located within the spectacular Cuyabeno Nature Reserve, an area extremely rich in wildlife and plants.
- It enjoys a privileged location on a fresh-water lake (Laguna Grande), with impressive sunset views each night.
- The lodge aims to minimize the environmental impact of your visit by using solar energy, and responsibly disposing of waste products generated from tourist visits.
- The tour includes a fascinating visit to the Siona native community, who receive support from your visit.
- You will find comfortable cabins at Siona Lodge, and spacious social areas including balconies with hammocks and lounge chairs, and bar serving after-dinner cocktails.
- Siona Lodge is a great choice for visiting Cuyabeno in more comfort than the regular backpacker lodges.
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Siona Lodge
Itineraries and pricing 2020
Browse through the different lodge itineraries below by clicking on each one.
4 Days
5 Days
- $360Per person
Itinerary for 4 days
- DAY 1Journey to Siona Lodge by bus & motorized canoe from Lago Agrio, with box lunch on route. Settle into lodge and relax. Night walk looking for nocturnal species, amphibians & insects.
- DAY 2- Visit the Siona indigenous community, learn to make Cassava from yucca, and see their customs & traditions. Canoe navigation looking for caiman alligators.
- DAY 3Morning trek in primary forest searching for interesting flora & fauna. Afternoon visit to Laguna Grande for swimming and sunset.
- DAY 4Optional early morning bird-watching, breakfast, check-out and return to Lago Agrio town.
- $420Per person
Itinerary for 5 days
- DAY 1Journey to Siona Lodge by bus & motorized canoe from Lago Agrio, with box lunch on route. Settle into the lodge and relax. Night walk looking for nocturnal species, amphibians & insects.
- DAY 2Visit the Siona indigenous community, learn to make Cassava from yucca and see their customs & traditions. Canoe navigation looking for caiman alligators.
- DAY 3Morning trek in the primary forest searching for interesting flora & fauna. Afternoon visit to Laguna Grande for swimming and sunset.
- DAY 4Canoe paddle to Canangueno Lagoon, searching for wildlife along the way. Rainforest hike. Free afternoon to relax at the lodge.
- DAY 5Optional early morning bird-watching, breakfast, check-out and return to Lago Agrio town.
Trip itineraries
Standard departure days are Monday / Tuesday / Friday (4 days), or Monday / Thursday (5 days), but often other starting days will also be available.
Please contact our sale staff to check availability for your dates of travel.
The description above is a sample itinerary only and is subject to change.
Inclusions
Exclusions
Access
Accommodation
Inclusions
- Accommodation based on twin/double share
- Road / River transportation to/from Lago Agrio and lodge
- All meals from lunch day1 to breakfast on final day
- Drinking water
- Activities as listed in itinerary
- English-speaking guide
- Use of rubber boots / life jackets
Exclusions
- Airfare / bus to Lago Agrio
- Siona community fee $8
- Single supplement (60%)
- Drinks from the bar
- Tips and other personal expenses
Access - transportation
- The tour starts with a flight to Lago Agrio (30minutes, approx. $250) where you will be met by your local guide. It is also possible to travel by overnight bus (8-10 hours, $10).
- In Lago Agrio the lodge is reached via bus and then motorized canoe (approx. 4-hour journey in total).
Accommodation and facilities
Cabins: Twin / double.
Bathroom: one bathroom per hut
Showers: Yes – hot water.
Mosquito nets: Yes.
Electricity: Solar power.
Boots / Rain ponchos: Provided by lodge staff.