Sani Lodge
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Sani lodge is located in the intermediate corridor of Yasuní National Park and Cuyabeno Reserve, this place is owned by Sani Isla Kichwa Community and embraces a total of 42,000 hectares (100,000 acres) of virgin rainforest. This is an exclusive Eco-camping that welcomes tourists with an astonishing biodiversity. This is a unique trip that will allow you to discover the mys- terious lagoon Challwacocha, where you will see flowers such as little water gardens and dark floating grasses. Taking a look at the horizon you will surely see native Sou- th American birds such as the Lettered Aracari. You will hear the whisper of the Hoatzin, another bird, which its size is similar to the pheasant that lives in the lagoons of the Amazon and Orinoco.
Part of the attractions is the trek through the forest, where you will be surrounded by 1,500 species of trees, hundreds of lianas and beau- tiful flowers; 550 species of tropical birds, 13 species of monkeys and 1,000 species of butterflies.
With our extensive knowledge about flora, fauna and biodiversity; we can give to our guests a real experience while enjoying a tour through the Ecuadorian Amazon ra- inforest.
ACCOMMODATION:
In our ecolodge we have 13 first category cabins, of which 10 double / single cabins, 1 mini suite cabin, 1 family cabin, 1 mullet-cabin with 4 rooms, each with 5 beds. All the cabins are built in typical woods of the area, with large openings protected by mosquito nets, roofs with toquilla straw leaves. These facilities are in harmony with the jungle and will allow them to live an unforgettable dream.
PLATAFORMS WHIT CEILING AND TENTS
Sani Eco-camping has 10 platforms with roofs which are built with single / double tents and a shared bathroom. The platforms are spacious, designed for single / double occupancy with 2 chairs each platform On the bank of Chawacocha Creek where the platforms are roofed, the camp offers a different experience for more adventurous travelers and lovers of nature.
GENERAL WILDLIFE
According to a recent assessment by a leading group of biologists the Rainforest around Sani Lodge in North Eastern Ecuador is the most biologically diverse locality in the world. (Yasuni Day, 2008). For example…
2,274 species of trees and bushes have been identified, more than any other area ever studied. 644 species of trees in only one hectare (2.47 acres) have been documented, which is almost as many species of trees as all of the United States and Canada combined! This is also a world record. Over 550 bird species are on the Sani Bird List making it one of the highest lists in the world.
80 species of bats, making our area the second highest number ever registered.
105 species of amphibians
83 of reptiles which appears to make our area the most diverse ever studied.
64 species of social sting-less bees, also a world record in this group. 100,000 species of insects per hectare, again the greatest number of species of any place ever studied.
Not only does Sani’s surrounding forests provide a habitat for a tremendous variety of organisms but is also home to many threatened or naturally rare species such as Jaguar, 13 species of primates, Short-eared Dog, Brazilian Tapir, 2 species of peccary, Harpy Eagle, Black Caiman, Amazonian Manatee among others.
Now, having said all this, it should be stated that our wildlife is just that… wild. We do not feed or bait any animals so this means that there is definitely an element of luck or chance in what any given guest may see. Being quiet and stealthy, as well as maintaining small groups certainly helps, but there are no guarantees… however most groups see a few species of monkeys, toucans, Black Caiman (up to 3.5 to 4 meters), macaws, parrots, many types of insects, frogs, lizards and an incredible variety of birds. Everything else varies widely from group to group.
ITINERARIES:
During this journey you will be able to make contact with the ancestral communities that inhabit the banks of the Napo River
FAMILY EXPERIENCE
Day 1: Arrival at Francisco de Orellana - Coca - Sani Lodge
Your journey begins with the first flight in the morning lasting 40 minutes from Quito to Coca where Sani staff will pick you up and take you to the banks of the Napo River.
Your bilingual guide will explain to you about the safety that must be had before, during and after embarking on a motor boat, whose trip will last 2 and a half hours along the Napo River, the largest tributary of the Amazon in the territory of the Ecuadorian Amazon. During this journey you will be able to make contact with the ancestral communities that live on the banks of the Napo River. Once you have arrived at the main port of Sani Lodge, you will continue with a 15-minute walk along a wooden platform and then a paddle canoe navigation through the beautiful Challwuacocha Lagoon. The Sani Lodge manager will welcome you to your jungle vacation.
You will receive the Bird guide from Sani Lodge.
In the afternoon, many opportunities will have a short induction hike in the nearby trails or a canoe navigation with observing primates, birds of the Amazon, black alligators and a close encounter with the surprising jungle represented by ceibo trees, orchids and bromeliads. and above all they will go out in search of birds. Return to the lodge, where our chef will offer an extensive menu of national and international cuisine that will meet the expectations of even vegetarians and vegans. Later talk about the Amazon that will be given by one of our bilingual naturalist guides, while you enjoy drinks and cocktails prepared by our bartender.
In the afternoon, many opportunities will have a short induction walk in the nearby trails or a canoe navigation with observing primates, birds of the Amazon, black alligators and a close encounter with the surprising flora represented by the ceibo trees, orchids and bromeliads. . Return to the lodge, where our chef will offer an extensive menu of national and international cuisine that will meet the expectations of even vegetarians and vegans. Later talk about the Amazon that will be given by one of our bilingual naturalist guides, while enjoying drinks and cocktails prepared by our bartender.
Day 2: Visit Yasuní butterflyGarden – Sani warmi
After breakfast, you will go to the Napo River to take the canoe to the Mariposario (Yasuni butterfly Garden) Community Center of Sani Isla. Here you will know how the community lives in harmony with the Amazon Rainforest. Everyone will know a new culture, with different customs and traditions, they will learn how local life is environmentally sustainable. They will know their conservation and entrepreneurship projects. Along with an activity of making handicrafts.
Lunch will be in the community and you can taste the traditional food of the area, then prepare to compete with the practice of the blowgun, an ancient Kichwa tradition of hunting. In the afternoon they will make handmade chocolate together with the women of the community.
Enjoy your return in the afternoon to the lodge for dinner.
In the evening the guide will tell stories and legends from the Amazon, the guides will be able to talk with the children to give feedback on what they saw and learned during this beautiful trip.
Day 3: Bird watching from the largest tree in the Amazon – sport fishing
After breakfast, experience life in the upper canopy of the forest where the all family will have to climb our 36 meter (118 ft) tower. To get to the place, the guides will row in the Challwacocha Lagoon for approximately 30 minutes, followed by a short 15-minute walk. More than 565 species of birds have been recorded in the area, including parrots, toucans, meileros, tanagers, fly catchers, hummingbirds and, with a bit of luck, howler monkeys, squirrels, or sloths resting in the treetops. The tower offers a different perspective, opening a window to a different world of Amazonian diversity that is difficult not to say impossible to see from the forest floor.
Return to the lodge for lunch.
After lunch there are many alternatives for your enjoyment, like bird watching from the bar or just relaxing in the hammocks. In the afternoon they will organize a sport fishing with the children.
After dinner, explore the lagoon in search of the rare Black Caiman in danger of extinction that can reach up to 6 meters long. Children will be surprised to see these awesome reptiles.
Day 4: Return to the Napo River – Coca
After breakfast you will go to the Napo River to take the motor canoe and visit the parrot wall of the Yasuní National Park. Where thousands of parrots look for a place in the wall of the salting pit to eat clay in a process of detoxification. Among the species that can be found, we count the Amazonian parrots, cabeciamarilla, cabeciazul and coroniamarilla. We will continue the trip to Coca to arrive in time to take a return flight to Quito
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RATES 2021:
| 2021 SANI LODGE RATES | |
| PROGRAM | DOUBLE / TRIPLE |
| 3 DAYS / 2 NIGTHS | US$ 834 |
| 4 DAYS / 3 NIGTHS | US$ 1,111 |
| 5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS | US$ 1,390 |
| 6 DAYS / 5 NIGHTS | US$ 1,666 |
| 7 DAYS / 6 NIGHTS | US$ 1,777 |
**Maximum departure time from Sani Lodge to Puerto Francisco de Orellana (El Coca) will be after breakfast (in case of obtaining air tickets route Coca - Quito in the afternoon, the value of $ 390 for the extra canoe must be paid)**
INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE:
• Assistance at Quito and Coca Airports
• Transportation Coca-Sani Eco camping-Coca
• Accommodation in tents and shared bathroom
• All meals - starting with lunch in the first day until breakfast in the last day.
• Snacks for all excursions
• Naturalist Guide and Native Guide
• All excursions • Rubber boots
• Waterproof Ponchos
• Entrance to the community project
• Entrance to Yasuni Butterfly Garden
NOT INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE:
• Taxes (IVA 12%)
• Air ticket from / to Quito (US $ 310.00 roundtrip or $ 200 one way. Price subject to change without previous notice).
• Bus ticket from / to Quito (US $ 30.00 roundtrip or US $ 15.00 one way)
• Personal expenses, extra expenses, tips.
• Any unspecified service.
