Near Papallacta: hiking in a private nature reserve + lunch
Napo Province, Ecuador
Hike in a magical setting in the cloud forest, 15 minutes from Papallacta. Enjoy a hike with a tour guide, waterfalls, birds, and flora. At the end, you will have a lunch with traditional flavors.
Nature walk and waterfall hike in an Amazonian private reserve near Papallacta, suitable for nature lovers and bird watchers.
Start the tour with a refreshing Guayusa lemonade, a traditional Amazonian energizing drink. The guided walk begins through an alder forest where orchids and hummingbirds can be observed. Crossing a river leads to the first waterfall, followed by a pasture area where you can see and feed horses. The second waterfall on the route is over 60 meters high. The return hike follows the Papallacta River.
After the hike, enjoy a full lunch including an appetizer, main course, dessert, and beverages. The afternoon offers coffee, photo opportunities with alpacas, and time to appreciate the natural surroundings.
Highlights
- Experience nature in a private reserve setting
- Listen to the river and waterfalls
- Bird watching opportunities including Torrent duck and Quetzal
- Traditional and fresh regional flavors served
Includes
- Entrance fee to the reserve
- Walk with a Spanish-speaking native tour guide
- Rubber boots available (sizes 35 to 43)
- Meals: appetizer, main course, dessert
- Drink: Guayusa lemonade
Excludes
- Transportation to and from the reserve
- Tips
Important Information
- Tours operate within a private reserve with limited spots per guide, allowing multiple participants.
- Rubber boots are provided for muddy trails.
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Plan to arrive between 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. The hike lasts approximately two hours and starts and ends at the meeting point on site. Bring comfortable walking shoes, insect repellent, and a camera for wildlife and waterfalls.
