Galapagos & Amazon

16 days - from $5270

Two contrasting eco-systems of Ecuador, a wildlife enthusiast's paradise
The beautiful Napo Wildlife Centre, deep in the Amazon Basin, is the perfect base from which to explore the rainforest both on foot and in canoe. The local tribe who own and run this premium lodge, the only one within the Yasuni National Park's boundaries, have banned hunting for over 20 years, resulting in very rich and varied fauna. After searching out giant otters, sloth, monkeys, caiman and many colourful species of bird, we can visit clay licks, climb a canopy tower or relax amidst the sights and sounds of the jungle. The volcanic islands of the Galapagos are as diverse in their geography as they are in their wildlife. Due to their isolation, the birds and animals have no fear of man; close encounters are assured. Our comfortable, first class yacht is ideal for low impact tourism and for getting where the cruise ships can't. 

Itinerary:

Day 1 Start Quito. 2 Free time to relax. 3 Flight to Coca; to Napo Wildlife Centre. 4-5 Two days at NWC, exploring the jungle by foot and canoe, parrot clay licks and canopy towers. 6 Fly to Quito. 7 Quito city tour. 8 Fly to the Galapagos Islands. 9-10-11-12-13-14-15 Galapagos Cruise, see p.168 for details; fly to Quito. 16 End Quito.

Mode of travel: Travel by internal flight, motor yacht, canoe and minibus; extensive jungle and island walks.
Group size: Normally 4 to 16, plus local leader and guides on mainland, and English-speaking, registered Galapagos guide.
Accommodation: 7 nights on Cachalote, 5 nights hotels, 3 nights jungle lodge.
Food: All breakfasts, 10 lunches and 10 dinners included.
Local Taxes: (Galapagos Tax US$100 and Galapagos Tourist Card US$10) PAID LOCALLY - CAD
Trip Reference: AAJ
Reverse Itinerary: trips that run in reverse are specified with an 'R' in the dates and prices table below.
Trip Reference: AAJ