9-Day Ecuador Amazon Female Travel

Itinerary

• DAY 1 Dinner in Ilalo Volcano
  

  You will be provided a transfer from the Quito International Airport to your selected hotel in Quito. Enjoy a delicious welcome dinner in Ilatoa Lodge in the middle of the mystic Ilalo Volcano, where they serve the best local food.

  • Activity:Arrival.
  • Transport:Bus or Car.
  • Meal:Dinner.
  • Accommodation:Ilatoa Lodge or similar.
• DAY 2 Yoga Session and Quito Cultural Exploration
  

  Morning: Start the day with a captivating yoga session in the serene beauty of the Andes region. Connect with your body and the earth as you practice gentle asanas surrounded by majestic mountains and lush greenery.

  Mid-morning: Engage in an empowering journey retreat that includes introspective practices, soulful workshops, and guided meditations. Cultivate inner clarity and self-discovery, igniting a profound connection with your heart and soul.

  Afternoon: Explore the Quito Historical Center, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. Visit beautiful churches, and museums, and enjoy panoramic views from La Virgen del Panecillo viewpoint. Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of the city.

  Evening: Immerse yourself in Ecuadorian cuisine with a Quito cooking class. Explore a local food market, discover endemic fruits and vegetables, and learn to prepare traditional dishes like Locro Quiteño, Encocado, and Chocolate Fondue. Delight in a culinary experience like no other.

  • Activity:Relaxing. Exploring. Cooking.
  • Transport:Bus or Car.
  • Meal:Breakfast. Lunch.
  • Accommodation:Ilatoa Lodge or Similar.
• DAY 3 Otavalo Kichwa Community
  

  Today you will visit a Kichwa community around Cotacachi in the Andean mountains. There are different activities to choose from;

  • Visit the Alli Maki workshop (hand embroidery).
  • Visit the Sumak Muyo workshop (tagua necklaces).
  • Visit Milma Wasi workshop (weaving ponchos, shawls, scarves).
  • Visit the native garden with herbal plants.

  Enjoy a wonderful local lunch in the area of Otavalo while soaking in the beautiful landscapes and Andean atmosphere.

  To end the day enjoy a local dinner in the area of Otavalo specially prepared by an experienced chef who will provide amazing ingredients from the Andean region with plenty of surprises.

  • Activity:Exploring.
  • Transport:Bus or Car.
  • Meal:Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.
  • Accommodation:Palumbo Glamping.
• DAY 4 Yoga Session - Transfer Papallacta
  

  Early Morning:
  Start your day with a rejuvenating yoga session in the serene Andean countryside. Regardless of your yoga experience, this session offers a harmonious journey of self-discovery and rejuvenation, providing a peaceful start to your day.

  Late Morning:
  Explore Otavalo City, the handicraft and artisanal capital of Ecuador. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of this beautiful city, known for its large indigenous population and its location at the base of the towering Imbabura Volcano, surrounded by the Cotacachi and Mojanda volcanoes.

  Visit the mesmerizing Peguche Waterfall, renowned for its local legends and magical waters. Engage in weaving workshops to learn traditional techniques and immerse yourself in the vibrant textile heritage of the region.

  Afternoon:
  Begin your transfer to Papallacta, driving from the northern part of Ecuador into the eastern region. Along the way, pass through the village of Cayambe, famous for its delicious “Bizcocho” cookies, and experience crossing the equator line. 

  Arrive at Papallacta Spa Hotel, located approximately one hour from Quito, nestled between the Andes and the Amazon. Indulge in the natural hot springs of the resort, providing a perfect opportunity for relaxation and rejuvenation. Pamper yourself with massages and beauty treatments available at the spa, ensuring a blissful end to your day.

  • Activity:Relaxing. Driving.
  • Transport:Bus or Car.
  • Meal:Breakfast. Lunch.
  • Accommodation:Papallacta Spa Hotel or similar.
• Day 5 Arrive in Napo River
  

  In the morning, drive from Quito to Coca City (approx. 5 hours). Transfer to the local pier and board a motorized canoe. Travel along the Napo River to the Manatee Amazon First Class cruise and their private landing. The crew warmly welcomes you and introduces the naturalist guides. Your guide provides a briefing on the Ecuadorian Amazon. After dinner and exploring the cruise, embark on a nocturnal wildlife observation walk in the Amazon forest.

  • Activity:Exploring.
  • Meal:Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.
  • Accommodation:Manatee Amazon Explorer.
• Day 6 Pañacocha - Piranha Lagoon
  

  You will start the day by traveling downstream to the Pañayacu River Delta. Here you will embark on a canoe trip to the Pañacocha Lagoon. This is an ecosystem flooded by blackwater river water. The protected rainforest teems with primates, birds, caimans, and aquatic creatures like the Paiche fish and piranhas. Your guide will lead you to observe these species. Then, savor an Amazon-style barbecue at a local community, followed by kayaking, swimming, or relaxing.

  • Activity:Walking. Swimming. Kayaking.
  • Meal:Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.
  • Accommodation:Manatee Amazon Explorer.
• Day 7 Parrot Clay Licks - Amazon Communities
  

  Early in the morning, you will go out exploring by canoe to witness one of the most incredible sights in the western Amazon basin, the famous parrot clay licks! This spot is rich in minerals and attracts hundreds of parrots, parakeets, and other Amazon bird species. They meet here to lick the clay which aids in their digestion. If you are a bird watcher or an avid wildlife lover, you will love this experience. In the afternoon, you will visit the Kichwa community and learn about their indigenous lifestyle along the Napo River and their ancestral culture. This is a great opportunity to purchase local products that are handcrafted.

  • Activity:Birdwatching.
  • Meal:Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.
  • Accommodation:Manatee Amazon Explorer.
• Day 8 Flight Coca - Quito
  

  Enjoy the return to Puerto Providencia where you will disembark the Manatee Amazon Cruise and ride back to the city of Coca in a motorized canoe. You will be brought directly to the Coca airport where you will board your returning flight from Coca to Quito, this flight takes about 35 minutes. You will be provided a transfer from the Quito International Airport to your selected hotel in Quito. Enjoy a delicious farewell dinner at Ilatoa Lodge.

  • Activity:Transfer.
  • Transport:Airplane, Car or Bus.
  • Meal:Breakfast. Dinner.
  • Accommodation:Ilatoa Lodge.
• Day 9 Quito International Airport
  

  You will be provided a transfer from your hotel in Quito to the Quito International Airport for your departing flight. The pick-up time will be confirmed and coordinated ahead of time.

  • Activity:Departure.
  • Transport:Car or Bus.
  • Meal:Breakfast.