Puyopungo - Full Day Amazon Highlights Tour

Puyopungo - Full Day Amazon Highlights Tour Description

Explore the secondary rainforest of the Ecuadorian Amazon just 2 hours away from Baños, on this tour to Puyopungo. Meet the indigenous, swim under the impressive Hola Vida waterfall, sail a river by canoe, be delighted by the typical flavors of the Amazon Rainforest and connect with nature learning about local flora and fauna with our experienced guides. No trip to Ecuador is complete without a visit to our jungle paradise, that's why we have created this tour that adapts to the tightest of schedules, getting experiences outside the usual comforts

What to bring

1. Clothing for warm weather
2. Bathing suit & towel
3. Sunglasses
4. Sunscreen
5. Insect repellent
6. Water bottle

Puyopungo - Full Day Amazon Highlights Tour Itinerary

1. Depart the Geotours office in our comfortable van for the 90 minute ride from Baños to Puyo, through the scenic Route of the Waterfalls of Sangay National Park.
2. Along the way, our naturalist guide, a professional with extensive knowledge of the flora, fauna and culture of the area, will point out interesting information to prepare you for this exciting day!
3. Our first stop will be at an animal refuge center where you will observe and learn about animal species like monkeys, cats, and birds representative of the Ecuadorian Amazon.
4. Our next visit will be to the Quichua community Coto Cocha, where we will learn about these indigenous people and see their hand made ceramics and other crafts.
5. A beautiful walk along the Puyo River is carried out afterwards, in a typical wooden canoe that is used regularly by the community.
6. A traditional Ecuadorian lunch will be prepared for us at Hola Vida.
7. We will be served a classic dish known as Maito de Pescado, which is fish that has been cooked in the bijao leaves found in the surrounding forest.
8. This is a very healthy and tasty dish! Chicken or vegetarian options are available upon request.
9. The afternoon will be spent hiking through the forest while our guide explains about the unique Ecuadorian Rainforest, identifying several plants with different uses and properties.
10. Imagine a plant that can give us a temporary jungle tattoo!
11. The hike will lead us to a beautiful hidden waterfall, inviting us to bathe in its crystal clear waters.
12. To end the day, we will watch the sunset from above the jungle canopy. This is an ideal time to take photos or just relax and enjoy the incredible view.
13. Departure: 08:30 
14. Return: 20:30 

 *MINIMUM 2 PEOPLE

*Once you have booked your tour, send us an email geotoursbanios@gmail.com, or write to our WhatsApp +593 99 543 3293 to have a Reconfirmation of your activity before starting this amazing adventure with Geotours.