Region: South America
Location: Yasuní National Park, Napo River, Ecuador
Type: Community Ecolodge
Established: Over 30 years of community management
Accommodation inventory: Rooms with tropical forest views; capacity not publicly stated
Connectivity: Limited connectivity (Wi‑Fi available in common areas)
Access: Commercial Flight + Boat (fly Quito to Coca, then river transport on the Napo River, then Añangu River, then canoe to lodge)
Best season: Year-round
Languages: English, Spanish (community and bilingual naturalist guides)
Dining: All meals included; Amazonian cuisine with organic ingredients
Chef: Not a private-chef venue
Dietary: Vegetarian accommodated
Conservation: Located inside Yasuní National Park (UNESCO Biosphere Reserve); 100% community-managed; profits reinvested into community projects including education, renewable energy, and healthcare
Community: Owned and operated by Kichwa Añangu Community; all profits reinvested; ancestral knowledge shared with guests
Notable Experiences
- Wildlife & Biodiversity: One of the most biodiverse areas on Earth; 600+ bird species in the Ecuadorian Amazon; monkeys, caimans, otters, sloths
- Avian & Special Interest: Parrot clay licks, birding excursions, observation towers, specialized birding tours
- Adventure & Waterways: Canoe trips on jungle lake, kayaking, forest walks, hiking trails for all abilities
- Cultural & Immersion: Kichwa Añangu Cultural Center; ancestral customs and traditional practices; community-guided tours
- Wellness & Luxury: 360-degree views from top floor; hammocks on porches overlooking lagoon; all-inclusive packages
Contact
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Coordinates: -0.5245375425806, -76.4402012000129