About Sani Lodge, Ecuador – Amazon Rainforest Eco-Lodge
Sani Lodge is truly one of a kind Ecuadorian eco-lodge dedicated to eco-tourism, environmental conservation, and the Sani Island Kichwa community sustainability in the Amazon Rainforest. The lodge is on the shores of Lake Challuacocha, between the Cuyabeno Reserve and Yasuni National Park on 90,000 acres of rainforest 100% owned by the Sani Isla Kichwa Community.
Sample 5-day itinerary:
Day 1:
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11:00
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Departure from Quito with ICARO Airlines (not included) |
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11:35
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Arrival in Coca |
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12:00
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Boarding of passenger to transport boat at the Río Napo Harbor in Coca |
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13:00
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Lunch on the boat |
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14:45
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Entering of the Chaullayacu, the small stream connecting the lagoon at Sani Lodge with the Río Napo, following the stream for about 30 – 45 minutes before arriving at the lodge |
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15:30
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Arrival at the lodge, welcome snacks and drinks, settling down in the rooms |
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17:00
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Introductory canoe ride or forest hike |
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19:00
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Dinner |
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20:30
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Night hike |
Day 2
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06:00
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Breakfast |
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06:45
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Departure to the Chorongo Trail . 45-minute canoe ride across the lagoon enjoying the morning activity (birds, caimans, monkeys, manatees, etc.) on the lagoon . 3 – 4-hour hike on the Chorongo Trail including a small snack break in between . 45-minute return canoe ride |
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13:00
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Lunch |
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16:30
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2-hour hike on the Swamp Trail |
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18:30
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Return to the Lodge |
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19:00
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Dinner |
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20:00
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Caiman watching or night hike (both optional) |
Day 3
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06:00
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Breakfast |
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06:45
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Departure to the 30-m birdwatch tower . 5-minute canoe ride to the Aguila trail head . 10-minute walk to the birdwatch tower . birdwatching, listening to the sounds of the Howler Monkey |
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09:00
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Departure from birdwatch tower to the Aguila Trail. 2 ½ hours hike back to the lodge exploring the jungle; flora and fauna |
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13:00
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Lunch |
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16:30
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Piranha-fishing in the lagoon and float for sunset |
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19:00
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Dinner |
Day 4
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06:00
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Breakfast |
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07:00
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Departure to Coto trail by dugout canoe . 1 hour 20 min canoe ride to Coto trail head . Hike to Coto trail for 2 hours exploring for flora and fauna . 1 hour canoe ride back to the lodge |
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13:00
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Lunch |
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16:30
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Departure to watchtower . 5-minute canoe ride to Aguila trail . 10-minute walk to the watchtower . birdwatching, listening to the sounds of the Howler Monkey |
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18:30
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Return to Sani Lodge |
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19:00
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Dinner |
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20:45
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Caiman-watching or night hike (both optional) |
Day 5:
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06:00
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Breakfast |
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06:45
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Departure from Sani Lodge . 30-minute dawn-boat-ride on the Challuayacu . 3hours and 30 min boat-ride on the Río Napo |
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10:15
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Arrival at the Río Napo Harbor in Coca . Transfer by taxi to Coca Airport |
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11:15
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Departure of return flight to Quito (not included) |
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11:50
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Arrival in Quito |
Our impact on the local community and more
Sani lodge places a high priority on respecting families who call this place home, and respecting the natural environment, which is home to many species of wildlife. Since we are 100% owned and operated by the kichwa community of Sani Isla, this means that we provide work places for the community members and we support projects for the community in areas such as education, health, and transportation. We are especially committed to supporting education as we sponsor English teachers for the community school and facilitate scholarships for the students to study in Quito or abroad. We are also proud of our reputation as a conservation group that cares for the environment and leads the way in preserving the Yasuní National Park. We acknowledge our social responsibility for the welfare of our 90,000 acres of primary lowland rainforest.
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