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ECUADOR
Wildlife, wellness and Indigenous culture in one of the most biodiverse places on earth.
THE ECUADORIAN AMAZON
Connect. Renew. Return to Nature.
Deep in the Amazon rainforest, your days follow the rhythm of the forest, from the dawn chorus of birds to the sounds of the jungle at night. Spend your days exploring the jungle, meeting rescued wildlife, cooking and crafting alongside local artisans and Indigenous knowledge keepers, and restoring your energy through wellness rooted in both modern science and ancient tradition.
IN THE HEART OF THE AMAZON
Set within 700 acres of Amazon rainforest along the Rio Napo, between Yasuní and Sumaco National Parks, this is a place where biodiversity, community and conservation come together. Hundreds of species of birds, butterflies, frogs, reptiles and mammals share the forest around you.
WHERE YOU'LL STAY
Your private Sanctuary Cabin
Stay in a private, air-conditioned Sanctuary Cabin set in the rainforest, featuring floor-to-ceiling glass windows, hand-built canopy beds and modern comforts. Wake to the sounds of the jungle, unwind in a hammock on your private veranda and return each evening to a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature.
YOUR DAYS IN THE AMAZON
Every day is shaped around what you want to experience.
Rainforest Hikes
Hike deep into the rainforest with an expert guide to discover its remarkable plants and wildlife.
Birdwatching by Canoe
Paddle a quiet tributary of the Rio Napo by canoe or kayak, watching for eagles and the prehistoric-looking hoatzin.
Amazon Expedition
Set out just after sunrise on an off-road
journey into the unexplored corners of the Amazon.
Melipona Bee Rescue Center
Meet the stingless Melipona bee, a vital pollinator for the Amazon's farms and forests, and taste the honey it produces.
Cacao & Coffee
Make chocolate from scratch with local cacao farmers, then taste the coffee grown on our farm across the river.
Indigenous Weapons Training
Learn to throw a spear and shoot a blowgun with an Indigenous weapons expert, then put your skills to the test.
Traditional Blessing
Receive a traditional blessing from an Indigenous knowledge keeper, a meaningful way to honor the land and the people who call it home.
WELLNESS IN THE RAINFOREST
The rainforest has its own way of restoring you. Our wellness offering brings together ancient practices and modern science, all set in nature.
The Temazcal
A traditional sweat lodge ceremony for cleansing, reflection
and renewal.
Forest Bathing
Guided, reflective walks along rainforest trails.
Sound Baths
Deep relaxation and clarity through sound and vibration.
Hot and Cold Plunge
An invigorating cold plunge followed by warm, soothing pools.
Yoga & Meditation
Practice in an open-air pavilion surrounded by jungle.
Spa and Massage
Treatments that blend Amazonian botanicals with expert care, from deep massage to reflexology.
FARM TO TABLE ON THE RIO NAPO
Meals are served buffet style, or plated depending on the size of your group, on an outdoor deck overlooking the Rio Napo, combining Ecuadorian specialties with familiar favorites. Many of the fruits, vegetables and superfoods come from our 173-acre farm across the river, where we grow cacao, plantains and the coffee you'll drink each morning. Every dietary need is accommodated, from vegan and gluten-free to a kids' menu. End the day with a signature cocktail at the lookout deck as the sun sets over the river.
TRAVEL
WITH PURPOSE
A Sanctuary for Amazon Wildlife
Our Wildlife Sanctuary and Rescue Center works with government agencies and local ministries to care for animals rescued from trafficking or harmed by human activity. Each animal receives medical care and rehabilitation and, whenever possible, is released back into the wild. During your stay, you can visit the sanctuary to learn more about the rescued animals and the important work being done to rehabilitate and protect them.
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EXTEND YOUR JOURNEY
TO SOUTH AMERICA
Beyond the Amazon
Pair your time in the rainforest with more of South America. Our team will help plan every part of your journey, including travel between destinations.
The Galápagos Islands
Often called the safari of the sea, home to blue-footed boobies, Galápagos penguins and land iguanas. Explore by yacht or catamaran, or stay on an island and set out each day by boat.
Peru · Machu Picchu
Explore the ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, high in the Andes, along with Cusco and the Sacred Valley.
Chile · Patagonia & the Lake District
From the granite peaks and glaciers of Patagonia to the volcanoes, lakes and forests of the Lake District.
Getting to Minga Lodge is easy
Our team will help coordinate every part of your journey, from arrival in Ecuador to the lodge.
There are multiple ways to get to the lodge from abroad. To get to Minga Lodge from an international flight, you can fly into Guayaquil’s José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport or Quito’s Mariscal Sucre International Airport Ecuador. There are daily flights into both of these major cities in Ecuador.
Here are some of the international
airlines that service both airports:
Copa Airlines, American Airlines, AeroMexico, Delta, Iberia, Latam, Avianca and United
Once in Ecuador, there are a few ways to get to
Minga Lodge via plane
Once you land at Coca airport, you will be met for a five-minute road transfer with your bags to Coca port for your motorized canoe transfer upriver to Minga Lodge. The canoe ride is about two hours and is the beginning of your Amazon adventure! As you ride up the Rio Napo, the only river and way in and out of the Amazon, you will see so many interesting things including:
Spectacular views I Jungle forest I Amazing birdlife
Small villages I People gold panning I Sumaco volcano
We provide you with beverages and snacks and even have waterproof ponchos onboard if we encounter
a little rain. It is the Amazon after all.
Travelling from Ecuador by car?
Contact us for directions.
THE AMAZON IN PICTURES
Plan YourAmazon Journey
Tell us when you'd like to travel and who's coming.
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