Beyond adventure,
the realities of the Amazon
3-d/2-n | Tena, Napo
duration : 3-days /2-nights
price : $425* min 3 people
*discounted rate for 4+ people
depart : 14:00 pm
pick up : hotel or designated meeting point
día 1
Warm welcome and introduction to the adventure
Safety briefing, gear preparation, and paddle practice
Embark on a scenic 90-minute duckie ride down the Jatun Yaku River
Set up camp on a serene riverside beach.
Enjoy a woodfire-cooked dinner where you can take part in the cooking process, learning traditional methods used by the local communities
Discover the steps to prepare cacao and enjoy tasting this delicious, freshly made drink
Learn about the preparation of guayusa, a traditional Amazonian tea
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Around the campfire, we'll discuss the impact of mining on local populations and the environment. Learn how the mining industry affects the people of the Amazon and their way of life
Overnight in tents or hammocks, surrounded by jungle and river sounds
day 2 :
Morning yoga on the beach after a traditional guayusa tea
Breakfast
Two thrilling duckie rides totaling four hours with a stop for lunch in Puerto Napo
As you travel by boat, observe the environmental impacts of mining in the area. See firsthand the changing landscapes, the machines, and the destruction left behind
Arrival at a new campsite, welcomed by a local Kichwa family
Cultural evening with traditional music, legends, and a sacred rapé ceremony
Discuss the environmental changes observed during the ride and how they relate to the broader impacts of mining in the region
Overnight in hammocks or tents
day 3 :
Breakfast
Cultural workshops: learn about chicha preparation, blowgun skills, gold washing (traditional way), pottery, and natural fiber weaving
Farewell and return to Tena
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Round-trip from Tena, listed activities snacks and meals (4 meals)
Guide and safety kayaker, inflatable duckies, life jackets, paddles, and helmets.
Dry bag, mosquito-net hammocks and tents.
**Tips for guides NOT included.
Group minimum of 3 people.
**Please NOTE : we provide dry bags for your belongings (available in 15L, 20L, and 30L sizes). Please keep in mind that storage space on the boat is limited, so we recommend packing efficiently and traveling light for a more comfortable experience. -
Sunscreen, insect repellent, comfortable clothing , water-friendly shoes, dry clothes, reusable water bottle, raincoat, towel, swimming suit, headlight, power bank, eco-friendly shampoo and soap.