NAPO CULTURAL CENTER

Napo Cultural Center offers highly comfortable accommodation and quality, distinctive and personalized services, with aintegrated complex prepared to fully respond to the needs of guests; This is the main tourist offer in the Ecuadorian Amazon, which allows its clients a unique and complete experience, full of privacy and exclusivity.

LIFE IS COMFORTABLE AT AMAZON JUNGLE:​ 
The project consists of 16 independent cabins, in the form of small environmentally friendly houses environment with very nice areas (allows up to 3 guests) with scattered locations around the Anangu Kichwa village, with a privileged view over the forest; All the materials of construction invoke nature - wood and vertical gardens. It also has a restaurant, bar and souvenir shop. Environmentally friendly, promotesphysical and spiritual experiences, moments of leisure, individually and within groups, both within like out of town; A concept that emphasizesqualities of life and nature, ecology, water, land, leisure, health and well-being.Ideal for couples, families and groups of friends, for a vacation or a short break, the Napo Cultural Center offers the unique opportunity to enjoy a contact with nature, but close to the main attractions cultures of the Kichwa Anangu Community

Climb our two observation towers (the highest in the Amazon, reaching 120 feet) to see a panoramic view of the forest and some of the 600+ bird species that inhabit the Yasuní Biosphere Reserve.

SERVICES

Unique details

From your accommodations to the kitchen, you will find exceptional service in the heart of the Amazon. Enjoy a unique trip which also helps to continue the conservation of this rich ecosystem and the sustainable Anangu community.

Private Bath

En suite bathroom; hot water heated with solar energy.

Wi-Fi

Satellite internet available in rooms and the main areas

Electricity

Share anecdotes from your expeditions with fellow travellers at the bar, while enjoying classic drinks with a local touch.

Boots & Ponchos

Clean and disinfected bubber boots and rain ponchos are available for all of our guests at the Lodge, free of charge.

Cotton towels

You will have cotton towels, linens, and hypoallergenic pillows.

Menu 

You can expect delicious Ecuadorian cuisine and local delicacies at the traditional dinner. You will be accompanied by splendid views of the rainforest and the company of your Kichwa guide, which makes this an unforgettable adventure you will cherish.

Safe Box

All our rooms include a safe box for your valuables.

SUMAK KAUSAY PROGRAM

4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS

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DAY 1

Arriving at the Napo Cultural Center, you have the excellent opportunity to enter the aboriginal territory of the Kichwa Añangu community, whose members will greet you with a traditional and refreshing ice cream "wayusa", the local hotel manager will give you quick instructions and immediately make it. We will take you to your comfortable room with views of the rainforest to prepare for the first activity of the afternoon. Walk the "Playas" trail to experience life wild Amazon for the first time on the islands of the rivers and shores in the middle of one of the most biologically diverse places on Earth.

Kayaking is also available as an optional activity for about 45 minutes. to enjoy a sunset overwhelming and colorful in the immensity of the Napo River. Later Go back to your cabin, get some rest and get ready for a
well deserved dinner After dinner sleep with relaxers sounds of the Amazon 

DAY 2

Early breakfast and then head out on the motor boat to one of the highlights of the Reserva de la Yasuní Biosphere, the parrot lake on the banks of the Napo River, bring your binoculars and camera lenses to see
flocks of blue-headed, yellow-crowned parrots. Dusky-headed Parakeets, from the boat. Then walk around 30 minutes, through the “pericos” trail to reach the blind people in the forest with a direct view of the amazing parakeet clay mix, which brings visitors face to face with up to 11 species of parakeets. parrots and parakeets (including parakeets and macaws) Sometimes even mammals such as howler monkeys, tapirs and peccaries come to this place to drink water and obtain vital minerals for their body.
We end this morning with a visit to the "Kuri Muyu" intercultural interpretation center, which means golden seed in the native language, managed by the women of the community that is also known as "mamakuna", which learns about the Kichwa culture, the crafts, the customs and the traditional use of Natural Resources directly from the people of the aboriginal community. We return to the community center to have lunch in the dining room and take a break at the lodge before walking an hour to climb the observation tower that reaches 35 meters above the surface with high chances of spotting a wide variety of birds. howler monkeys, squirrel monkeys, toucans, parrots and sloths.

DAY 3

Enjoy the sunrise at breakfast, visit the sustainable community projects, talk about the Kichwa worldview in addition to medicine and walk along the mamakunas trail, an excellent opportunity to see more wild animals, ceiba trees, bamboo canes, endemic vines and shrubs of Yasuní.
In the afternoon, after a delicious local lunch, circle the “Añangu” channel, a black water ecosystem where you can see monkeys jumping from tree to tree, alligators and sometimes even giant river otters trying to catch fish. . Upon arrival, you will have time to rest and prepare for a typical traditional dinner to taste the local flavors of the amazon, such as the "maito", which is a grilled fish wrapped in a "bijao" leaf and, if you have an adventurous palate, try the roasted worms of the "chonta" “ Known locally as "chontakuru".

After dinner, get your flashlight ready for a night walk around the lodge to see different types of insects, reptiles, and even nocturnal mammals like night monkeys. 

DAY 4

To close with a flourish, participate in the optional "wayusada" ritual, in which at dawn around 4:30 am is the moment in which the Kichwa family shares the sacred "wayusa" and has been a way to overcome their ancient knowledge for new generations, here they also share traditional songs and have the opportunity to "interpret dreams" with the wisest "mamakuna" in the community, a mystical experience.
Then return for breakfast, while our staff collect your luggage for your return to the city of Coca, aboard our comfortable motor boats for the last opportunity to appreciate the landscape of the Ecuadorian tropical forest, until arriving at the river port "La Misión".

SUMAK HUASI PROGRAM

5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS

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DAY 1

Upon arrival at the Napo Cultural Center, you have the excellent opportunity to enter the aboriginal territory of the Kichwa Añangu community, whose members will receive you with a traditional and refreshing ice cream "wayusa", the lodge manager will give you quick instructions and will immediately arrange for you. We will take you to your comfortable room with views of the rainforest to prepare for the first activity of the afternoon.
Hike the "Playas" trail to experience Amazon wildlife for the first time on river and shore islands in the midst of one of the most biologically diverse places on Earth. Kayaking is also available as an optional activity for about 45 minutes. to enjoy an overwhelming and colorful sunset in the immensity of the Napo River. Then head back to your cabin, get some rest, and get ready for a well-deserved dinner. After dinner sleep with the relaxing sounds of the amazon. 

DAY 2

Enjoy the sunrise at breakfast, visit the sustainable community projects, talk about the Kichwa worldview as well as medicine and walk along the Mama-Kuna trail, an excellent opportunity to see more wild animals, ceiba trees, bamboo canes, vines and bushes endemic to the Yasuni.
In the afternoon, after a delicious local lunch, circle the “Añangu” creek, a black water ecosystem where you can see monkeys jumping from tree to tree, alligators and sometimes even giant river otters trying to catch fish. After dinner, get your flashlight ready for a night walk through the lodge to see different types of insects, reptiles and even nocturnal mammals such as night monkeys. 

DAY 3

Early breakfast and then go on the motor boat to one of the most outstanding areas of the Yasuní Biosphere Reserve, the parrot salting grounds on the banks of the Napo River, bring your binoculars and camera lenses to see the flocks of parrots of blue-headed and yellow-crowned parakeets dark, from the boat.
Then walk around 30 minutes, through the “pericos” trail to get to the salt licks for a direct view of the amazing parakeet clay mix, which brings visitors face to face with up to 11 species of parrots and parakeets ( including parakeets and macaws) sometimes even mammals such as howler monkeys, tapirs, and peccaries They come to this place to drink water and obtain vital minerals for their body.

We finish this morning with a visit to the "Kuri Muyu" intercultural interpretation center, which means golden seed in the native language, organized by the women of the community that is also known as "mamakuna", where they learn about the Kichwa culture, handicrafts, customs and traditional use of natural resources directly from the Kichwa people.
We return to the community center to have lunch at the
diner and take a break at the lodge before walk an hour to climb the observation tower that reaches 40 meters above the surface with high possibilities to spot a wide variety of birds, howler monkeys, squirrel monkeys, toucans, parrots and sloths. Time for dinner followed by a unique activity on the river Napo, aboard the ancestral catamaran to learn more
about their legends and traditional songs, while the women cook delicious snacks on the fire.

DAY 4

Wake up to the song of the Amazonian birds and enjoy our local and organic breakfast buffet. After this, put on your rubber boots to start walking through the mainland forest on the "Samona" trail, where you can feel like "Indiana Jones" amidst the century-old kapok trees, spotted capuchin, woolly and saki monkeys. under the leaves to spot strange insects and tune up your eyes and ears for birds, monkeys and reptiles among the dense forest. Return to the ecolodge for a refreshing drink and prepare for an exquisite lunch, including local specialties.
In the afternoon, after a delicious local lunch, visit our second canopy observation tower to view more than 600 species of birds with specialized telescopes for wildlife viewing.
Upon arrival, you will have time to rest and prepare for a typical traditional dinner to taste the local flavors of the Amazon, such as "maito", which is a grilled fish wrapped in a "bijao" leaf and, if you have a palate adventurous, try the roasted "chonta" worms known locally as "chontakuru".

DAY 5

To close with a flourish, participate in the ritual optional "wayusada", in which at dawn around 4:30 am is the time when the Kichwa family shares the sacred "wayusa" and has been a way to overcome their ancient knowledge for the new generations, here too they share traditional songs and have the opportunity to "interpret dreams" with the wisest "mamakuna" in the community, a mystical experience.
Then, you return for breakfast, while our staff collects your luggage for your return to the city of Coca, aboard our comfortable motor boats for the last opportunity to appreciate the landscape of the Ecuadorian rainforest, until you reach the river port. "The mission".

STANDARD CABIN

Our facilities offer the same luxurious features of a “city hotel” mixed with traditional Kichwa architecture and craftsmanship. You will be able to relax in a hammock on your own balcony day or night, listening to the sounds of the forest. When the comfort and charm of your “home away from home” is combined with these natural surroundings, it creates a unique experience you will never forget.

• 1 King size bed
• 1 full bathroom
• Balcony
• Window in ceiling.
• ​Living room.

PROGRAM DOUBLE SINGLE
3D/2N $709 $875
4D/3N $859 $1022
5D/4N $1013 $1222

FAQ

What is included in the programs?
  • Canoe transportation from Coca to the Lodge
  • Accommodation
  • All meals according to the program
  • Entrance Fee to Visit the Parrot Clay Licks
  • All excursions and activities like program detail and English-speaking guide
  • Entrance Fee to the Yasuní National Park
What is not included in the tour?
  • Air ticket Quito – Coca – Quito $256 USD per person. 
  • Check-in and transfer in & out in the city of Coca.
  • Beverages, tips, and other non-specified requirements (Laundry and internet)
What to bring?

Lightweight pants and long sleeved cotton shirts are ideal for walks in the forest. However, if you are more comfortable wearing short sleeves, remember that exposed skin may need a light dousing with insect repellant.


During the rain, full waterproof clothing can be uncomfortable as it often gets you wet with sweat instead of water, but rain ponchos are recommendable for tropical cloudbursts. Plenty of ponchos are available at no charge if you do not have your own, and we also supply rubber boots up to men’s size 14 for walks in the forest interior.


Comfortable shoes (or sandals), shorts and t-shirts are fine for walking on boardwalks and around the Lodge during meals and free time. And don’t forget your bathing suit!


Passport

Binoculars

Flashlight and batteries

Camera, memory and flash

Insect repellent

Sun protection (cream / sunglasses / hat or cap)

Light long pants and long-sleeved shirts for walks

Shorts, short sleeve shirts and swimsuit for the Lodge

Comfortable shoes and extra socks

Small day backpack

Plastic bags to protect cameras, binoculars, batteries, etc... from rain

Children and Special notes:
  • All prices are per person, valid through the year and are quoted in US dollars.
  • Children under 5, hotel free in same parents room plus airfare to be paid.
  • Children under 11 years 11 months have a 30% discount on the rate, if they share the same cabin with their parents, upon presentation of their passport or identity document.
  • NCC recommend for families with children to take a private guide
  • Please note that air rates are subject to change without previous notice.
  • Departures available any day of the week, except sunday.

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