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Why you should visit the Amazon in Ecuador

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The Amazon rainforest in Ecuador is an absolutely incredible adventure. By taking the winding mountain road from Quito into the deep, lush Amazon rainforest you’ll have the biggest adventure. Make sure to use your  walking boots since you’ll find yourself surrounded by dense vegetation. You’ll be surrounded by the jungle and the noises of wild birds, howler monkeys, and other animals.

 

Accessibility

 

The Ecuadorian Amazon rainforest is relatively more accessible by Amazon norms, and it can be visited from a variety of different entry points, offering a variety of distinct memories. A short trip from Quito, preceded by a 2-3 hour motorized canoe ride, will take you right into the heart of Ecuador’s Amazon basin.

 

The  ride is an exhilarating experience in and of itself, allowing you to witness the jungle and the abundance of native animals in this diverse and special ecosystem.  Quite apart from this option, you can also take trips to the Amazon that do not go as deep into the rainforest and can even be accessed for the most part.

 

Incredible Wildlife

 

The rainforest is home to a variety of and captivating wildlife that can only be seen in the jungle if you travel to places like the Ecuadorian Amazon rainforest. When you visit a lodge here, you can go on excursions where you can look for all of these strange and fascinating creatures in their natural habitat.

 

Eye-catching Birdlife

 

Birds are native animals as well, but the Ecuadorian Amazon’s bird life is so unique that it is reason enough to visit the jungle. Bird enthusiasts should not overlook the chance to visit the Ecuadorian Amazon basin. The Ecuadorian Amazon is thought to have at least 320 bird species. Consider this place a birdwatcher’s paradise! Macaws, parakeets, and parrots are all possible sightings in the jungle. 

 

Meanwhile, there are herons, egrets, bitterns, tinamou, ducks, hawks, crakes, and other birds. A number of the lodges provide the services of a birding guide to help you get the most out of your visit.

 

Memorable activities

 

The Amazon rainforest offers a diverse range of activities. You could go on a bird watching tour early in the day because dawn is a great time to see a lot of bird life. After breakfast, you might go to a genuine indigenous Amazon village to gain knowledge more about how people are adjusting their traditional way of life to the contemporary age while preserving traditional customs. 

 

Later, you could go piranha fishing, take a canopy walk, or swim in an Ecuadorian Amazon lake. You could even go for a walk before dinner to see the vivid insect and frog life that is more active during the night. These are just a few examples of the numerous options available.

 

Trips & Dreams Travel work with a wide range of Amazon basin lodges in Ecuador and can find the right lodge for you based on your requirements and budget to ensure that you get the best possible experience from your Ecuadorian Amazon adventure.

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