Over the next two days, immerse yourself in the extraordinary biodiversity of the Ecuadorian Amazon with a variety of guided activities based from Sacha Lodge. Start your morning early with a buffet breakfast around 6:00–6:30am, before heading out for your first excursion. Return mid-morning for a light snack and leisure time—perhaps a swim in the lake plunge pool, safely enclosed for swimming in the blackwater shallows of Lake Pilchicocha. Lunch is served at 1:00pm, followed by an afternoon outing at 3:00pm. Evenings include a pre-dinner refreshment, dinner at 7:00pm, and a night walk or canoe outing from 8:15pm.
Activity Highlights:
Canopy Walkway – Walk across a 36m high, 275m long suspension bridge above the jungle canopy, a unique vantage point to spot toucans, parrots and other canopy dwellers.
Kapok Tower Climb – Climb the 43m observation tower for 360° panoramic views over the treetops, perfect for birdwatching.
Yasuni Parrot Clay Lick (Sundays & Wednesdays only) – Take an early morning canoe ride to witness a vivid spectacle of parrots and parakeets gathering at the clay lick.
Butterfly House – Explore one of the Amazon’s largest butterfly breeding facilities, home to nearly 40 native species.
Forest Walks – Spot seven species of monkeys including Red Howler, Pygmy Marmoset and Night Monkey, along with sloths, owls, and other elusive forest creatures.
Nocturnal Excursions – Armed with flashlights, search for tarantulas, frogs, snakes and camouflaged insects that only emerge at night.
Canoe Explorations – Paddle through winding jungle waterways and creeks, surrounded by bird calls and the rustle of monkeys leaping overhead.
Caiman Spotting – After dark, glide across the lake to look for caimans, their red eyes glowing in the torchlight.
Specialist Birdwatching – With over 600 bird species recorded in the area, Sacha Lodge is a haven for birders. Specialist birding guides are available on request prior to travel.
Note: Some activities are seasonal or weather-dependent. A flexible daily schedule is tailored by your naturalist guides.
Meals: B,L,D