Ecuador · Wildlife

3-Day Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve Tour with Pink Dolphins

3 Days Round trip from Ecuador Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Enjoy a canoe ride through the captivating Cuyabeno River
  • 02 Discover Laguna Grande, one of the main attractions of Cuyabeno National Park
  • 03 Swim near the pink dolphins in the Ecuadorian Amazon
  • 04 Watch glorious Amazon birds during an early morning boat ride

Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve is covered by lush primary rainforest and offers a variety of natural habitats rich in diverse flora and fauna. On this 3-day tour, enjoy canoe rides along the Cuyabeno River, discover Laguna Grande, witness stunning sunsets, and watch Amazon wildlife in its natural environment. Swim near pink dolphins, listen to the sounds of birds and animals in the jungle, and get closer to nature in the Ecuadorian Amazon.

Swim near pink dolphins, listen to the sounds of birds and animals in the jungle, and get closer to nature in the Ecuadorian Amazon.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Quito, Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve, Nueva Loja
Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival and First Encounters in Cuyabeno

  • Welcome to the Cuyabeno Amazon Rainforest Tour at the meeting point, Planeta Azul Resort in Lago Agrio, where you will enjoy a hearty Ecuadorian breakfast. Travellers arriving by plane will be greeted at the airport upon arrival.

  • From there, the group will travel by van to the entrance of the Cuyabeno Reserve, followed by a lovely canoe ride along the captivating Cuyabeno River to the ecolodge.

  • Settle into your cabins and enjoy a fabulous lunch.

  • Spend the afternoon discovering Laguna Grande, one of the main attractions of Cuyabeno National Park. This paradise offers the chance to swim with pink dolphins and witness a stunning sunset.

  • Day one concludes with a night jungle hike, dinner, and an enlightening talk with the naturalist guides about the animals and environment of this unique jungle ecosystem.

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Day 02

Jungle Trekking and Nighttime Wildlife Watching

  • Wake up to a fascinating sunrise and the sounds of the jungle - birds flying and chirping around the bungalows, tree frogs singing, and the wind gently flowing through the trees. After breakfast, begin your exploration with a trek along the banks of the Cuyabeno River. Keep an eye out for countless species of plants, enormous trees, aquatic vines, incredible orchids, medicinal herbs, and a fantastic variety of wild animals and birds indigenous to the Ecuadorian Amazon.

  • After the jungle trek, a lovely lunch will be served, followed by time to relax at the ecolodge. Unwind on the hammocks and lounge chairs with a good book.

  • Later, head out on a boat ride to Laguna Grande and enjoy the surrounding scenery. Take a swim close to the grey and pink dolphins as they frolic in the water. After enjoying one of the most spectacular sunsets of your life, return to the lodge for dinner.

  • The best is yet to come with an exciting nighttime canoe ride on the river. Watch closely for the Amazon's legendary black caimans as they hunt for prey. The sights and mysterious sounds of the jungle after dark will fill your senses and leave you with unforgettable memories.

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Day 03

Sunrise Birdwatching and Return to Lago Agrio

  • Set out early on a morning boat ride to enjoy the sunrise and watch the glorious Amazon birds at their most active time of day. The colours, sounds, and sights of the morning are simply stunning. Breakfast will be served upon your return.

  • Then embark on a canoe ride along the Cuyabeno River as you make your way back to civilization. Transportation is provided from the entrance of Cuyabeno National Park back to Lago Agrio.

Cuyabeno River, Laguna Grande, Planeta Azul Resort, pink dolphins

Where this trip takes you

Cuyabeno River, Laguna Grande, Planeta Azul Resort, pink dolphins

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Ecuador 3 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Native English-speaking guide

  • Accommodation

  • Transport from Quito

  • Meals

What's Not Included

  • Tips and gratuities
  • Personal expenses

Know before you go

  • Remember that all excursions and times on this sample itinerary are subject to change and largely depend on weather, season, group limitations, group interests, and guide decisions based on passenger safety and organized operations.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Lago Agrio, Quito, Ecuador
Tour start
Ecuador
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Ecuador.

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