Introduction
Yarina
Lodge is located east of the town of Coca, one hour by boat down the Napo, on the shore of
the Manduro river, overlooking the forest. It is situated on a bluff and consists of 20
double cabins with private bathrooms, built in 1998 in the traditional Quechua style with
typical materials found in that area. A larger main building serves as the dining and
social area of the complex. Electricity is provided by a diesel generator and you have
light in your cabins till 10 pm. Yarina reserve covers 300 ha and is part of a greater
protected ecological region.
Yarina (name in Quichua of the Tagua´s palm tree) is considered the unique place in this
region where you will have many opportunities to enjoy the flora and fauna of the
Ecuadorian jungle. Visiting the different paths of our reserve, you will learn about the
most popular plants used by the indigenous quichuas to heal a lot of sickness, moreover
you will enjoy watching birds, armadillos, monkeys, snakes, caimans, etc; all this in 450
hectares of primary forest with the assistance of naturalist English speaking guides.
Let us show you the way to enjoy the jungle without destroying our environment.
Sample 5D Program at Yarina Lodge
Day
1. Morning flight from Quito to Coca (45 minutes). One hour a motor canoe trip follows
down the Napo and Manduro rivers from the town of Coca until the YARINA JUNGLE LODGE. Upon
arrival enjoy a short walk around the Cotinga path to observe insects, reptiles and
nocturnal rodents.
Day 2. Morning canoe trip through the Manduro River in order to observe the transition between the land vegetation to the aquatic, the diversity of birds and their morning concert. Return to the lodge for breakfast. Afterwards walk through the Socali path where it is possible to observe exuberant vegetation, some plants like "chontillos", anturios and the diversity of aquatic birds. Lunch in the jungle. In the afternoon enjoy piranha fishing, and then a canoe trip through the Napo river, stop on the border of this nice river where the passengers will take a fresh bath while amazing the beautiful scenery. Return to the lodge for dinner.
Day 3.
After breakfast walk inside the jungle through the Tucan trail to observe a large variety
of medicinal plants and animals. We will visit the
"Canelo Quichuas" indigenous community to learn about their customs and
traditions. Continue towards a small lagoon where the native guides will demonstrate the
gold panned process.
Day 4. Starts after breakfast with an adventure walk by the Capibara way to
see medicinal plants and learn from the guides how they have been used traditionally.
Observation of bird life: caciques, toucans, parrots,iguanas, and the forest: orchids,
bromeliads, palms, lianas, a great diversity of insects. In the afternoon visit to the
Canopy Tower, from there it is possible to enjoy the beautiful landscape and also take
good photographs. Lunch at the lodge. In the afternoon, native guides will show you how to
use the known "cerbatana" the blowgun most traditionally used by the Indians.
After dinner night canoe trip in search of caimans.
Day 5. After breakfast free time or optional activities. Return motor canoe trip to
Coca to take the flight back to Quito.
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| Rates are Per Person | ||
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4D/3N (Fri-Mon) |
5D/4N (Mon-Fri |
| $430 | $510 | |
Airfare Quito/Coca/Quito $120 |
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Rates do not include beverages, gratuities, personal
items and are subject to change. Discounted rates available for children under 15 sharing
with parents.
