Ecuador: Amazon Jungle Short Break

4 Days | Travel through the lush ecology of the Ecuadorian Amazon.

4.8 out of 5 based on 13 reviews submitted.
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Discover the secrets of the Ecuadorian Amazon on this breathtaking tour into the heart of the jungle. Take guided walks to discover the abundant plant and animal life that call this part of the Amazon home. Awake to the exotic sound of birdcalls and discover the thrill of sleeping in this secluded spot deep in the Ecuadorian jungle.

Trip overview

Map of Ecuador: Amazon Jungle Short Break including Ecuador
Start
Quito, Ecuador
Finish
Quito, Ecuador
Theme
Short breaks
Destinations
Ecuador
Physical rating
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Style
Original
Ages
Min 5
Group size
Min 1 - Max 6
Trip code
GGHO
This trip generates 49.67 kg of CO2-e per person per day.
We offset these emissions on your behalf. But we know that is not enough, so we also have a carbon reduction target.

Why you'll love this trip
  • Explore the majestic rainforest however you’d like – jungle treks, dugout canoe safaris, or by relaxing in a hammock and keeping an eye on the wildlife
  • Expert guides will reveal extraordinary wildlife – caiman, otters, sloths, parrots, monkeys, hoatzin, monkeys, capybaras, anacondas – and provide insights into the area's importance to the local communities
  • Staying in the depths of the Amazon is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that defines the saying of ‘off the beaten track’

Is this trip right for you?
  • On Short Breaks, you maintain a good level of independence and freedom, with the added bonus of having the details sorted out for you. You’ll have lots of free time and you won’t be accompanied by a Trip Leader. This means that all included activities and tours will be run by different local Intrepid partners, and these may operate independently from each other. The included activities and transfers will operate on a join-in basis, which means that you could have your Adventure all to yourself, or others may join you along the way. If you would prefer to travel in a group with a dedicated Trip Leader, just get in touch with your booking agent and they will take you through some alternatives.
  • Temperatures in the Amazon can fluctuate. It can get really hot, humid, sticky during the day, and cold at night. Light cotton clothing is the best way to tackle the heat during the day, and base layers are ideal for keeping warm at night.
  • Insects, especially mosquitoes, abound in the Amazon. Bring tropical strength insect repellent and wear long sleeves and pants to protect your skin.
  • This trip includes jungle hikes, which can be strenuous due to the humidity. A decent level of fitness is required to feel comfortable when exploring the jungle.
  • While accommodation in the Amazon is clean, comfortable and ideally located, it can seem pretty basic. Please remember that this is a very remote part of the world.

Itinerary

This itinerary is valid for departures from 01 January 2025 to 31 December 2025.

View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2024 - 31 December 2024

Map of Ecuador: Amazon Jungle Short Break including Ecuador

Inclusions

Meals

3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners

Transport

Minibus, Plane

Accommodation

Jungle Lodge (3 nights)

Activities
  • Daily Amazon jungle activities lead by an English speaking local guide
Add on activities
  • Quito- Legends and Culture Tour - USD35

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Important notes

1. This Short Break Adventure is a ‘join in’ group departure, which means you are not accompanied by an Intrepid group leader – our local representative fills this role – and the configuration of any fellow travellers in the group might change during the trip.
This trip will run with a minimum of one person, so you may be joined by other travellers booked on the same 
2. While that Amazon lodge has a capacity for up to 50 travellers, 1 local guide is allocated every 10 travellers.
3. Parts of your trip go above 2800 metres / 9200 feet where it is common for travellers to experience some adverse health effects due to the altitude - regardless of your age, gender and fitness. It even happened to Sir Edmund Hillary!
Please read the following document carefully and, during your trip, utilise the table on the back daily to record your own perspective of your general health and any symptoms you may experience:
https://www.intrepidtravel.com/au/altitude-sickness
4. Ecuador has implemented COVID-19 testing requirements for entry to the country, including special conditions for Galapagos. Please refer to your government's foreign travel advice for the most up to date information.
5. This trip starts with a welcome meeting at 6 am on Day 1 in Quito. The day before your trip starts, an Intrepid local representative will meet you at your hotel. The representative will call beforehand to advise you of the exact time.
6. This trip finishes upon arrival in Quito at the airport on Day 4. Please ensure flights out of Quito on the final day are booked to depart no earlier than 4pm.
7. Please provide your full name exactly as per passport at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on your passport) for train tickets. Fees may apply for amendments to details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases you will be required to cover the cost of issuing new tickets.
8. Please note that due to major safety and security concerns regarding a local airline we have taken the hard decision to replace the flights with private transport for all bookings between Aug 18 and September 02, 2022! The estimated travel time for the land transport is between 4 to 5 hours. You will return to Quito before 2 pm on your last day of the trip.

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Reviews

4.8 out of 5 based on 13 reviews submitted.
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Jessica · Traveled July 2024
Amazon Short Break at Yarina Ecolodge was fantastic! Bungalows were cute, clean, and well kept. Excursions were super with Livio as a guide. The food was amazing and plentiful.
Review submitted 02 Aug 2024

Kylie · Traveled May 2024
Review submitted 30 May 2024

David · Traveled March 2024
I highly , recommend this side trip, especially if you’re already in the country of Ecuador. only a 30 minute flight from Quito. A very different experience.
Review submitted 09 Mar 2024

Meghan · Traveled October 2023
Review submitted 30 Oct 2023

Lisa · Traveled September 2023
We would definitely recommend this trip, the lodge was a sensible distance from the airport, the accommodation was so much better than we expected and our guide really educated us on the rainforest. An amazing experience!!
Review submitted 19 Sep 2023
Ecuador: Amazon Jungle Short Break
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EUR €1,183