Having occupied adventure films for decades, the Amazon needs little introduction. Ecuador holds only 2% of this vine-entangled wonderland but its biodiversity is astounding. Housed in a 5000-acre ecological reserve, Sacha Lodge taps into this untamed spirit. Here, giant sloths dangle from branches outside your cabin and you'll enjoy barbecues on the Balsa - an on-the-water deck where caimans peep over the inky surface and otters dive below. Armed with a lifetime of knowledge, your guide will introduce you to the forest wildlife on walks and canoe trips down sequestered waterways. With all the creature comforts, the lodge is a restful spot to return to after a day of exploring.
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The cabins are almost entirely built from sustainable woods, barring the expansive windows where you can take in the constant flurry of birdlife. The furnishings are sparse with plump beds kept cool by ceiling fans and plenty of wooden shelves. Each room has a private terrace with comfortable hammocks where monkeys chatter wildly below. The bathrooms are spacious with beige tiling, wide mirrors and a spacious 'jungle' shower with views over the trees. There are three family cabins available as well.
Taking a dip in the Lake Pool, which is formed with mesh sides and the only one of its kind in the Ecuadorian Amazon. Eyes peeled for caiman, otters and a bevy of birdlife!
Visit the Butterfly House, where the lodge breeds nearly 40 endemic species from glass-wings to giant nocturnal owl butterflies. Be amazed as they flutter overhead in their hundreds.
There are no kids-focused activities, so young families may want to keep looking.
Start with a recommended trip or create one from scratch
Sacha Lodge 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 Sacha Lodge 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 Sacha Lodge start from around $630, or US$630, 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.
