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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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...
This is a community-led lodge with a passion for conservation. It doesn't get much better than that.
Visit the Kuru Muyu Centre to learn all about the local community, their ancestral home, and their lives in the Amazon.
It takes a journey to reach Napo, via river, stream and lake... but it's worth it.
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Napo Wildlife Center Ecolodge can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Ecuador trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Ecuador trips featuring Napo Wildlife Center Ecolodge or get advice and suggestions from one of our Ecuador specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.
Stays at Napo Wildlife Center Ecolodge start from around $540, or US$540, per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.
A steamy hotbed of biodiversity and the pinnacle of Ecuadorian wilderness.
