Anakonda: 8-Day Cruise

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This epic 8-day adventure cruise takes its passengers deep into both the untamed realms of the Yasuní National Park and the diverse Limoncocha Biological Reserve. Witness the amazing spectacle of a parrot's clay lick, climb an observation tower to enjoy unique perspectives and encounter the wonderful indigenous people of the Oriente.
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Overview

Trip type
River Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Observe a Parrot Clay Lick
    • Participate in baby turtle release program at Sani Warmi
    • Get a Bird's-Eye View of the Amazon from an Observation Tower
    • Opportunity to do Overnight Glamping in the Rainforest

What's this trip about?

    This epic 8-day adventure cruise takes its passengers deep into both the untamed realms of the Yasuní National Park and the diverse Limoncocha Biological Reserve. Witness the amazing spectacle of a parrot's clay lick, climb an observation tower to enjoy unique perspectives and encounter the wonderful indigenous people of the Oriente.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age range6 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityQuito
End CityQuito

Travel Themes

  • Family Friendly
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Small Ship Cruise
  • Transformative

Destinations

  • South America
  • Ecuador

Attractions

  • Quito

Activities

  • Bird watching
  • Canoeing
  • Culture
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Kayaking
  • Nature
  • Wildlife viewing

Trip includes

    • All meals
    • Unlimited water, coffee, tea
    • Accommodation in twin or triple suites
    • Excursions as described in the itinerary
    • Bilingual naturalist guide
    • Transfers in/out from Coca airport when using recommended flights

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Sunday

Quito - Coca - Napo River

Departure from Quito in the morning, to board the flight to Francisco de Orellana (Coca), which arrives in Coca after 40 minutes.

From here, transfer to the Napo River port, where a motorized canoe will take you downstream for a...

Day 2: Monday

Visiting the Pañacocha Biological Corridor

We will continue our navigation downstream to the Pañayacu River delta; take a canoe trip up the river to experience the sights of this fascinating reserve. We will seek out Pink River Dolphins, Common Squirrel Monkeys...

Day 3: Tuesday

Clay Licks – Sani Warmi & Yasuni National Park

Breakfast on board. We set out to visit one of the most amazing spectacles this side of western Amazonia known as parrot licks, these unique pools of mud become rich in minerals and attract hundreds of parrots,...

Day 4: Wednesday

Indillama & Napo Rivers – Yasuní National Park

Today you have the option of kayaking through one of the tributaries of the Napo River that goes into the Yasuni National Park, the Indillama River. As one of the quietest forms of transport, kayak excursions a...

Day 5: Thursday

Border of Peru (The Heart of Yasuní National Park)

This morning, after a delicious breakfast we will disembark to visit one of the local family homes. During the visit, we will have the opportunity of meeting representative members of the Amazonian community, l...

Day 6: Friday

Meeting The Community - Activities On Board - Monkey Island

This morning after breakfast on board, we visit a school located on the banks of the Napo River, where we will have the opportunity to interact with children of the area and learn about the educational...

Day 7: Saturday

Observation Tower - Limoncocha Biological Reserve

In the morning after breakfast, visit an observation tower 100-feet high, built against a giant kapok tree. From the top of the tower, we will be blessed with this unique perspective of the forest, looming over ...

Day 8: Sunday

Amazon - Coca - Quito

Today we head back to the city of Coca, to take the morning flight back to Quito. The boat ride upstream will take around two hours.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,349
Price per day$419
Last Updated: 8/2/2018

Check Current Availability, prices, specials with Rainforest Cruises.

The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Soft Drinks or alcoholic beverages
    • International or Domestic Airfares
    • National Park Entrance Fees $70pp
    • Optional Glamping night (5/8D only) $369pp
    • Airport Taxes
    • Cost of medical emergencies including evacuation
    • Gratuities
    • Souvenirs or additional services
    • Travel Insurance
    • Cost of relevant visas
    • Anything else not listed as included
Ship & cabin information
Anakonda: Cabins
Number of Cabins: 18 Types of Cabin: Standard Suite (x14, Deck 2), Deluxe Suite (x4, Deck 3) Capacity: 40 passengers Option to Share: Yes (Standard Suite only), subject to availability Inter connectable Cabins: 4 Standard Suites are interconnectable (pairs) Air-Conditioning: Yes Bathrooms: Private ensuite facilities in each cabin with shower, hot water, towels, bio-degradable toiletries and hair-dryer. Deluxe Suites also feature Jacuzzi baths.
Cancellation policy

The Client may cancel the booking at any time provided that the cancellation is communicated to Rainforest Cruises in writing. Cancellation will be applied based on the date on which we receive written notification. Any refund applicable to customers will be after bank or transaction fees are subtracted.

The deposit paid to reserve the trip is 100% non-refundable.

Payments for flights, cruises and Inca Trail bookings are non-refundable, due to airlines and operators' policies.

All other reservations cancelled less than 100 days prior to the departure date of the tour are subject to full loss of payment.

Rainforest Cruises advises its customers to travel with cancellation / travel insurance in order to avoid financial losses or disappointment due to unforeseen circumstances.

In case part of a booking is cancelled, the remaining party may have to pay additional charges (e.g. under-occupancy, or single room supplements).

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Age Requirements
6 years and up
Additional Information

Note:

The itinerary below is Sunday-Sunday, but an 8-day itinerary can also be done Wednesday-Wednesday. Please note that the itinerary is dependent on the river water level, weather conditions, wildlife behavior, and accessibility to locations, so may vary. All times indicated are approximate, and are also subject to change.

Please note that all cruise itineraries are subject to change due to seasonal weather conditions (and resultant variations in river and tributary water levels) affecting accessibility to locations. Thus navigation routes, times and excursions may need to be modified at the cruise captain’s discretion.

Passengers should also be aware that animal sightings cannot be guaranteed due to the unpredictability of wildlife behavior.

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