From Quito: Puyo Amazon Day Trip with Kichwa Community Visit

Discover the Ecuadorian Amazon on a day trip from Quito to Puyo. Visit a Kichwa community, take a canoe ride on the Puyo River, hike to a waterfall, and learn about cacao production.
Begin your journey with an early morning departure from your hotel in Quito. Head to Puyo, the gateway to the Ecuadorian Amazon, and stop at the Mira Mera Viewpoint to admire the spectacular panoramic views of the landscapes connecting the Andean region with the Amazon rainforest.

Continue your journey to the Kichwa Wayuri Indigenous Community, where an authentic cultural experience awaits. Upon arrival, members of the community will welcome you and introduce you to their traditions, customs, and way of life.

Participate in and observe a variety of ancestral activities, including a demonstration and practice of the traditional blowgun, traditional body painting using achiote, a Kichwa cultural dance presentation, an introduction to local traditions and customs, and an exhibition and appreciation of handcrafted local products.

Enjoy a scenic canoe ride along the Puyo River, surrounded by lush vegetation and the characteristic landscapes of the Amazon rainforest. Then, enjoy a traditional lunch within the community, featuring local specialties such as maito de tilapia, accompanied by wayusa, a traditional Amazonian beverage.

Embark on a hike through the rainforest to Hola Vida Waterfall. Along the way, admire the region's biodiversity and lush vegetation. Upon reaching the waterfall, enjoy the opportunity to take a refreshing swim in its natural waters.

Continue to the spectacular Indichuris Viewpoint, offering impressive panoramic views over the Amazonian landscape. Enjoy free time to appreciate the surroundings and capture memorable photographs.

Visit a local family dedicated to the cultivation and processing of cacao. Learn about the traditional cacao production process and participate in the preparation of organic artisanal chocolate, discovering the techniques used to transform cacao beans into this delicious product.

Begin the journey back to Quito after a full day of exploration and discovery, taking with you unforgettable memories of the Amazonian landscapes, culture, traditions, flavors, and local communities.

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Esta excursão você pode cancelar sem custo até 24 horas antes do início da viagem. Se você cancelar após 24 horas ou não comparecer à excursão, ainda será cobrado o preço total da atividade. Chegar atrasado na coleta ou partida será considerado como não comparecimento.