Galapagos Discovery – Small Ship Cruising | November 21st – December 4th, 2025

5 DAY/4 NIGHT: AMAZON PRE-EXTENSION – NOV 17TH TO 21ST, 2024 | 1 Night Quito +  3 Night La Selva Jungle Lodge

$2999 CAD per person based on Double Occupancy 

Single Supplement + $1000 CAD

What’s Included: 

• Meals as detailed on your itinerary
• Accommodations in Suites at La Selva Jungle Lodge
• Roundtrip flights – Quito – Coca – Quito
• All gratuities
• All transfers
• Aquatic Transportation at La Selva Jungle Lodge
• Guided English excursions together with one local guide at La Selva Jungle Lodge and entrance fee to the Yasuni National Park
• Plastic boots and raincoats.

Not Included: 

• Meals not mentioned on your itinerary
• Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages on your excursions (unless specified on your itinerary)
• Anything not mentioned in the included section

Terms and Conditions:
$500 CAD per person non-refundable deposit
Final Balance Due: August, 25, 2025 (100% non-refundable after final balance is paid)

Monday, November 17th | Arrival into Quito

Upon arrival you will be transferred to your hotel into Quito. Enjoy the remainder of your day at leisure.

Meals: N/A

Accommodation: EB QUITO BY EUROBUILDING

We are close to the different locations preferred by visitors, 30 minutes away from the city’s historic centre and other tourist attractions such as the Andean mountain range, the Cotopaxi volcano and 20 minutes away from the center of the world. Other beautiful landscapes, like the Quilatoa volcano, are easily accessed as well.  The modern decor, our 5-star service, and our unique state-of- the-art amenities, invite our guests to relaxation and creativity, accompanied by an impressive lobby – bar and the Restaurant with a fusion of local, Ecuadorian and international cuisine that will make your visit unforgettable.

Tuesday, November 18th | From Quito to the Amazon Rainforest

Upon arrival at the Quito International Airport, you will be greeted by one of our friendly La Selva representatives at the National Departure area. They will assist you with the check-in process and provide you with a short briefing about your upcoming journey.

After a 30-minute commercial flight to Puerto Francisco de Orellana “El Coca,” our representative will escort you in a private vehicle to our office located along the Napo River pier. From there, you’ll embark on a scenic two-hour motorized canoe ride down the river, beginning an unforgettable experience in the Amazon rainforest. We’ll provide you with a box lunch and extra drinks for this leg of the trip.

Once the motorized canoe ride is complete, you’ll arrive at La Selva’s main dock, where the final leg of your journey to the lodge will be completed in a paddle canoe. Our staff will transport all other luggage, so you only need to worry about your carry-on and camera equipment.

Upon arrival at the lodge, you’ll be welcomed by our manager with a refreshing beverage, snacks, and a brief overview of your stay at La Selva. After some rest and time to unpack, one of our knowledgeable Naturalist Guides will provide basic information about the tropical rainforest, the Amazon, and how La Selva operates. This will equip you with a better understanding of the rainforest and help you make the most of your stay.

Later in the day, you’ll embark on a guided tour of the Matapalo Charapa Trail. This trail was named after the famous Strangler fig (Ficus sp), one of the many remarkable trees you’ll encounter during this short walk. Your Naturalist Guides will point out the flora and fauna along the trail, including mahogany trees over 400 years old. As the time of day allows, you’ll witness the transition between diurnal and nocturnal animals while basking in the soft natural light shining through the canopy.

This first day of your Amazonian adventure will give you a glimpse of the incredible experiences that await you!

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: La Selva Jungle Lodge

Located just outside the Yasuní National Park and within the Yasuní Biosphere Reserve, La Selva Eco-Lodge & Retreat is perfect for travellers seeking their ideal Amazon experience — whether they are six or sixty. A luxury resort in the heart of the rainforest, everyone will find something to love.

Wednesday, November 19th | The Observation Tower & Garzacocha Lake

After a 15-minute walk, the observation tower comes into sight, soaring an impressive 120 ft above the forest floor. Your Naturalist and Native guides, with the help of a sighting scope, will show you colorful birds enjoying the canopy and maybe even certain primates.  After another 30-minute walk from the tower, we reach Mandi Cocha. This small lake has different vegetation and landscapes displaying the beauty of the flooded forest. With a little bit of luck, our guests might spot the famous giant otters that make their home nearby. This endangered species is difficult to find, but during this visit, there’s a chance we might see them!

Later, we depart to explore Garzacocha Lake, one of the most beautiful lakes in the Ecuadorian Amazon. This is one of several opportunities to spot several different species of monkeys and birds. Sometimes, huge groups of squirrel monkeys join families of capuchin monkeys to look for food. Howler monkeys also like to spend the late afternoon around the lake. The hoatzin, a large unique bird found only in pristine Amazon environments, is very easy to spot. All you need is a flashlight and your camera to see the jungle come alive at night.  Amphibians, insects, reptiles, birds, and nocturnal mammals may be seen wherever your guides take you.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 

Accommodation: La Selva Jungle Lodge

Thursday,  November 20th | The Parrott´s Clay Likcs & The Amazonian Communities

On the second day of your Amazonian adventure, you’ll have an early breakfast before embarking on a motorized canoe ride back to the Napo River. Your destination is the Parrot Clay Lick, one of the most mesmerizing displays of the wild world. Here, hundreds of parrots and parakeets gather to eat the mineral-rich soil, which is a vital part of their diet. Don’t forget your binoculars to truly capture the moment and witness the colorful spectacle up close.

Next, you’ll visit the indigenous community of Pilchi, where you’ll learn about the ways of life of the first nations of the Amazon. Your Naturalist Guides will share insights on everything from their dress and diet to their cooking methods and how they use the forest’s resources in their daily lives. It’s an incredibly unique, fascinating, and fun experience that you won’t soon forget. Don’t be shy to ask questions and try some of the traditional drinks and food – the locals love to share their ancestral knowledge and culture.

After a delicious lunch, you’ll head out to the Coto Trail. This fantastic walk takes you from the lodge to the edge of Garza Cocha Lake. In the afternoon, the soft rays of sunlight make this walk an unforgettable experience, and the perfect opportunity to take in the beauty of the forest. Your guide will point out and explain all of the fascinating creatures you come across, while our native guide will show you some of the medicinal plants that have been used for thousands of years. A canoe ride back to the lodge at dusk will provide you with a chance to see Caymans, bats, and other nocturnal wildlife in and around the lake, bringing this activity to a fantastic conclusion.

In the evening, our manager will provide you with all the necessary information regarding your departure procedures for the next morning. Before your farewell, our bartender will offer you a delicious cocktail to enjoy. It’s a great way to end an eventful day and prepare for what’s to come for the rest of your Amazonian adventure.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: La Selva Jungle Lodge

Friday,  November 21st | Leaving the Amazon Rainforest

On the final day of your stay at La Selva Lodge, you will wake up early and enjoy a delicious breakfast before beginning your journey back to Coca. The lodge staff will assist you with your checked luggage, and you will board a motorized canoe for a scenic ride upstream along the Napo River. Take in the breathtaking views of the surrounding rainforest one last time as you make your way back to Coca.

Upon arrival in Coca, our representatives will take you to the La Selva office where you can use the restrooms and take a short break. Our friendly staff will be on hand to answer any questions you may have and ensure that your departure process runs smoothly.

From there, we will take you to the airport and help you with your boarding passes and checked luggage. You can relax and enjoy the last few moments of your Amazon rainforest adventure, knowing that everything is taken care of by the La Selva team. We hope that you have had an unforgettable experience and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future.

You will then board a short flight back to Quito Airport.

Upon arrival in Quito, you will be transferred to the Patio Andaluz Hotel.

Enjoy the rest of the day at Leisure.

Meals Provided: Breakfast