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Visiting the Amazon

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The Amazon Rainforest | Visit Ecuador's Amazon and the Galápagos Islands

The Amazon conjures up images of teeming wildlife, majestic waterfalls and indigenous tribes. What better way to compliment your time in the Galápagos Islands than by visiting the equally diverse ecosystem of the Amazon jungle. We offer Amazon and Galapagos tours and travel packages so you can see more of Ecuador during your trip.

Reasons to Visit the Amazon

  • Step into every traveler’s dream, with rich biodiversity revealing exotic flora and fauna
  • Immerse yourself in the oldest surviving Amazonian cultures by heading deep into Huaorani territory to witness one of the world’s most isolated tribes
  • Over 1,600 species of bird live in Ecuador's Amazon, making it a haven for birdwatching
  • Adventure-seekers will love the waterfall bungee jumping, intrepid canyoning and zip-lining above the Amazonian tree line

Our Top Picks

  • Ecuador and Galápagos Wildlife and Culture

    • Tour

    From $ 4,259 per person, discover Ecuador's culture and wildlife on a 12-day adventure. Experience Quito's history, explore the Andes' cloud forests, and discover the unique wildlife of the Galápagos Islands.

    Duration
    12 Days

    From $5,500

  • Luxury Galápagos Family Program

    • Tour

    From $9,662 per person, discover exotic Ecuador on a 13-day adventure. Experience the unruly rainforest, the majestic mountains of the Andes and the unique wildlife of the Galápagos Islands.

    Duration
    13 Days

    From $13,500

  • Adventure Program

    • Tour

    From $4,661 per person, discover Ecuador on a 10-day luxury adventure. Experience Quito's rich culture, explore the Amazon rainforest, and discover the unique wildlife of the Galápagos Islands.

    Duration
    10 Days

    From $6,000

Top things to do

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Yasuní National Park

Yasuní National Park, deep in Ecuador’s Amazon jungle, boasts as many as 650 different tree species, over 1,600 species of bird and various mammals including howler monkeys and jaguars. So, it comes as little surprise that its is recognized as an important UNESCO biosphere reserve. Within this national park are immersive accommodations allowing you to get up close with the uniuque nature.

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La Coca

The Coca is a small town located in the province of Orellana, in the heart of the Amazon region of Ecuador. This town, which has direct access to the vast rainforest, is one of the most important entry points for travelers wishing to explore the Ecuadorian Amazon; as well as an excellent starting point to learn about the indigenous communities that inhabit the Amazon.

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Kichwa Añangu Community

The Kichwa Añangu tribe is an indigenous community from the Amazon who focus on conservation and cultural preservation of the land. Visiting them allows you to culturally immerse yourself in Amazonian life, learning about their ancestral rituals and traditions.