Napo Wildlife Center Ecolodge

Deep in Yasuni, the Kichwa Anangu people share the secrets of life in the Amazon.

One of the most astoundingly biodiverse areas on the planet, one-hectare of Yasuni National Park contains more living organisms than all of Europe. Nestled amidst the tangle of mahogany trees and jungle vines, Napo Wildlife Centre is entirely...

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About Napo Wildlife Center Ecolodge

One of the most astoundingly biodiverse areas on the planet, one-hectare of Yasuni National Park contains more living organisms than all of Europe. Nestled amidst the tangle of mahogany trees and jungle vines, Napo Wildlife Centre is entirely managed by the Anangu Kichwa community, offering a unique chance to see the Amazon through their eyes. Sitting beside the inky black waters of Anangu Lake, you'll spot a menagerie of birdlife (there are over 600 species in Yasuni alone) and on canoe rides down sun-dappled creeks, you'll learn to decipher the call of a howler monkey or the playful splash of a giant otter. Pure magic? Absolutely!

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From $310 person/night

Lodge

20 Rooms

The Ecuadorian Amazon, Ecuador

What you'll love

This is a community-led lodge with a passion for conservation. It doesn't get much better than that.

Insiders tip

Visit the Kuru Muyu Centre to learn all about the local community, their ancestral home, and their lives in the Amazon.

Something to think about

It takes a journey to reach Napo, via river, stream and lake... but it's worth it.

The property

Overlooking the lake, there is an open-sided pavilion where the chefs serve a varied menu of local and international fare. Tuck into hearty, multi-course lunches and dinner buffets, where you can swap stories from the day - there will be many! In between action-packed hikes, there is an airy lounge with high-backed, woven chairs to enjoy a cocktail from the bar or a new read. For a better look at the sprawling jungle, head to the 36-metre-high canopy tower.

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The rooms

Every inch the jungle hideaway, the cabins and suites are well-protected by swathes of greenery and were designed with materials from across Ecuador. Decorated from ceiling to floor in mahogany, the rooms feature chunky and oh-so-comfortable wooden beds draped in netting, and a private balcony with swaying hammocks from where you can take in the stunning surrounds. The suites also have a sunken Jacuzzi and transparent floor in the the lounge, offering a bird's-eye-view of the lagoon. Look out for lurking caiman...

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Activities

Here in the Amazon, epic hikes are guaranteed. They range from easy walks into the forest to more difficult treks, but there's always something to see, from the tiniest hummingbirds to startling spider monkeys - and the large wildlife. You'll also enjoy tranquil canoe rides down the Napo River and its tributaries, where the waters are a constant wonder. Look out for beady-eyed caiman, piranhas and turtles gliding by. You'll also have the chance to witness the flurry of activity at a parrot lick, where they dine on the mineral-rich clay and chatter wildly.

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About The Ecuadorian Amazon

The Ecuadorian Amazon

A steamy hotbed of biodiversity and the pinnacle of Ecuadorian wilderness.

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