Nicky Amazon Lodge is located close to Laguna Grande in the upper part of the Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve. The lodge was built keeping the traditional Indigenous style of the Amazon jungle, lovely huts so-called cabañas with thatched roofs. The lodge offers 15 ample and comfortable rooms with double, triple, quadruple, or familiar accommodations including single or matrimonial beds, all with mosquito nets to keep you safe from biting insects during your rest. All furnished rooms have a private bathroom with hot water showers and flushing toilets. Fire safety devices and procedures are covered by this eco-lodge. All huts have balcony areas to relax and observe nature; go to bed with the nocturnal sounds of the rainforest and early morning wake up with the singing of the birds, a quiet experience.
Nicky Amazon Lodge gives the opportunity to treat yourself to a break away from the hustle and bustle of everyday lifestyle and relax in a natural environment deep in the Amazon
Rainforest, with all comfort, warmth, and the best service. The entire staff of the lodge is ready to enable a safe and pleasant stay. Delicious and nutritious meals with gourmet menus prepared by professional chefs, a mix of national and international cuisine using healthy and local products such as yucca or cassava. Additionally, catering for vegetarians or vegans. Purified drinking water is always available in the lodge as well as coffee, hot chocolate, or tea. And for the activities, some snacks are provided too. The bar offers some drinks and exotic cocktails.
Naturalist bilingual-speaking Guides are specialized in Biology and ecotourism and are excited to share their knowledge with the visitors; their experience will make it possible to discover the shy animals in the dense green of the rainforest. Their motto is “do the best for the customer and give him an unforgettable experience during his stay” Sustainable tourism.
- Local involvement with the communities is an essential part of tourist operation in the Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve, the range of excursions has allowed us to work together with the Kichwas, Sionas, and Secoyas communities. Constantly provide training to our guides on topics such as security and first aid and more technical talks such as biology, ornithology, and environmental education, among others. Additionally, we involve the local staff in environmental education and encourage them to keep the traditional customs that their ancestors have taught them throughout the generations. Thus, inspiring their interest in personal and professional improvement careers. We know the local participation is a great support to reach our goal and to continue providing more work in this area through tourism and also taking care the nature through a socially responsible activity.
The excursions deep in the jungle exploring the lower part of Cuyabeno Reserve and the border with Peru allow us to visit remote communities, becoming the only way of transportation traveling long distances so we can take donations to small local schools. Always care about the quality of food products; we always look for healthier. Some of them are local products, thus we help the local economy.
SERVICES
Staff
The friendly staff form the backbone of the Nicky Lodge experience, and are always available to cater to any special needs you may have.
Restaurant
offers meals with elaborate gourmet menus by professional chefs, a mix of national cuisine and international catering service for vegetarians or vegans are available provision if required
Environment
Respect for the environment through commitment to the human and natural environment A responsible tourism operation with natural and human resources, which are fragile and sensitive to being affected
Electricity
Electricity is provided by solar panels.
Electricity is provided from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. for lighting and to recharge the batteries (110 AC).
Boots & Ponchos
Rubber boots (only up to # 43)
Water
including purified bottled water
Activities
Learn about the different ecosystems and their balance in the rainforest. Take night walks to observe insects, spiders, snakes, amphibians and listen to nocturnal animals.
Coffee Station
Purified drinking water is always available at the hostel, as well as coffee, hot chocolate or tea. And some snacks
3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS
$260 Per Person
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The trip starts at 10:30 am at “El Puente del Cuyabeno”, the main access to the Cuyabeno Reserve. After breakfast, we navigate by motorized canoe on the Cuyabeno River for 2.5 hours to Nicky Amazon Lodge, observing wildlife. Upon arrival, we receive a welcome cocktail, rooms are assigned, and we have lunch.
In the afternoon, we visit Laguna Grande, 45 minutes from the lodge, and explore the vegetation and the 'Igapó' ecosystem. Then, we swim and watch the sunset, then continue with a night excursion to see bats and caimans. We return to the lodge for dinner, where the bilingual guide will inform you about the next activities.
Early in the morning, we will go bird watching by canoe, paddling, and appreciating the local fauna. Afterward, we return to the lodge for breakfast. Afterward, we visit the Siona Indigenous community, participating in the cassava harvest and the preparation of “Cassave”, the typical bread of the region, while learning about their customs and traditions. We have lunch with the community. Return to the lodge to rest. In the afternoon we take a walk in the jungle to observe insects, spiders, and tree frogs. Dinner.
Early in the morning, we will take a short canoe excursion to observe wildlife. After breakfast, we will pack and check out at 08:00 am.
We’ll receive a box lunch for the return to El Puente de Cuyabeno, arriving at approximately 10:30 am, where ends the tour.
4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS
$330 Per Person
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The trip starts at 10:30 am at “El Puente del Cuyabeno”, the main access to the Cuyabeno Reserve. After breakfast, we navigate by motorized canoe on the Cuyabeno River for 2.5 hours to Nicky Amazon Lodge, observing wildlife. Upon arrival, we receive a welcome cocktail, rooms are assigned, and we have lunch.
In the afternoon, we visit Laguna Grande, 45 minutes from the lodge, explore vegetation and the ‘Igapó’ ecosystem. Then, we swim and watch the sunset, then continue with a night excursion to see bats and caimans. We return to the lodge for dinner, where the bilingual guide will inform about the next activities.
Early in the morning we will go bird watching by canoe, paddling and appreciating the local fauna. Afterwards, we return to the lodge for breakfast. Afterwards, we visit the Siona indigenous community, participating in the cassava harvest and the preparation of “Cassave”, typical bread of the region, while learning about their customs and traditions. We have lunch with the community. Return to the lodge to rest. In the afternoon we take a walk in the jungle to observe insects, spiders and tree frogs. Dinner.
In the morning, we’ll visit the Observation Tower and take a short hike, then return to the lodge for breakfast. Afterwards, we’ll take a canoe or hiking excursion to explore the jungle and learn about the medicinal use of plants by native cultures. We return to the lodge for lunch and rest.In the afternoon, we’ll explore the Cuyabeno River by paddle canoe, enjoying the scenery and looking for exotic local species. Dinner.
Early in the morning, we will take a short canoe excursion to observe wildlife. After breakfast, we will pack and check out at 08:00 am.
We’ll receive a box lunch for the return to El Puente de Cuyabeno, arriving at approximately 10:30 am, where ends the tour.
5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS
$370 Per Person
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The trip starts at 10:30 am at “El Puente del Cuyabeno”, the main access to the Cuyabeno Reserve. After breakfast, we navigate by motorized canoe on the Cuyabeno River for 2.5 hours to Nicky Amazon Lodge, observing wildlife. Upon arrival, we receive a welcome cocktail, rooms are assigned, and we have lunch.
In the afternoon, we visit Laguna Grande, 45 minutes from the lodge, explore vegetation and the ‘Igapó’ ecosystem. Then, we swim and watch the sunset, then continue with a night excursion to see bats and caimans. We return to the lodge for dinner, where the bilingual guide will inform about the next activities.
Early in the morning, we’ll explore the rainforest in search of monkeys and birds, then return to the lodge for breakfast. After a short rest, we take a jungle walk with our guide, observing and listening to birds while learning about the local flora. We return to the lodge for lunch and rest, with time to swim, play soccer, take a nap or enjoy nature.In the afternoon, we’ll take a canoe trip down the Cuyabeno River, observing wildlife such as monkeys, macaws, toucans, sloths and pink dolphins. Before dinner, we take a night walk in search of spiders, insects, snakes, frogs and other animals. Dinner.
Early in the morning we will go bird watching by canoe, paddling and appreciating the local fauna. Afterwards, we return to the lodge for breakfast. Afterwards, we visit the Siona indigenous community, participating in the cassava harvest and the preparation of “Cassave”, typical bread of the region, while learning about their customs and traditions. We have lunch with the community. Return to the lodge to rest. In the afternoon we take a walk in the jungle to observe insects, spiders and tree frogs. Dinner.
In the morning, we’ll visit the Observation Tower and take a short hike, then return to the lodge for breakfast. Afterwards, we’ll take a canoe or hiking excursion to explore the jungle and learn about the medicinal use of plants by native cultures. We return to the lodge for lunch and rest.In the afternoon, we’ll explore the Cuyabeno River by paddle canoe, enjoying the scenery and looking for exotic local species. Dinner.
Early in the morning we will take a short canoe excursion to observe wildlife. After breakfast, we will pack and check-out at 08:00 am.We’ll receive a box lunch for the return to El Puente de Cuyabeno, arriving at approximately 10:30 am, where a private bus will take us back to Quito.
FAQ
THE TOUR INCLUDES:
- Canoe transportation from Cuyabeno Bridge - Cuyabeno Lodge - Cuyabeno Bridge.
- Accommodation in a double or triple room with a private bathroom
- Welcome Cocktail.
- All meals according to the program (The tour starts with lunch on the first day and finishes with breakfast on the last day)
- Free Water, tea & coffee.
- Excursions and activities according to itinerary.
- Bilingual English/Spanish speaking Naturalist Guide.
- Canoe explorations.
- Rubber boots. (only up to size # 43)
DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Transportation Quito - Puente de Cuyabeno - Quito
- Visit to Indigenous Community - entrance fee $10.00 per person (if part of the itinerary)
- Alcoholic and no alcoholic drinks.
- Water Poncho.
- Personal expenses and tips.
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
- For children under 4 years and 11 months, a 100% discount on the tour rate is applied upon presentation of their passport.
- Important to consider: Children must travel accompanied by their parents and under their full responsibility, taking into account all the risks involved in this type of excursion.
Regarding transportation from Quito to Cuyabeno Reserve, the lodges offer a semi-private bus service for tourists.
The bus costs 30 USD each way, and departs from Quito at night (11:00 PM) to Cuyabeno Bridge on the following days: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday. all the guides arrive on Cuyabeno Bridge with their canoes to meet clients and start the trip**
The bus return departs from Cuyabeno Bridge around 11:00 a.m. after the tour. The lodge guide will leave you at this meeting on time for the trip back to Quito. The cost is USD 30 for the ride to Quito, and operates on the following days: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday.
