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Can’t wait to go back
Great teaser into the life of these amazing people. can not wait to learn more. Get to use a blow dart gun was amazing.
Indigenus Shuar Comunity and Cloud Forest Bucay Private Day-Tour from Guayaquil
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At a glance
- Duration
- 10–11 hours
- Price from
- $229 / person
- Location
- Guayaquil, Ecuador
- Rating
- 4.6 / 5 · 5 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- BUCAY ADVENTURES ECUADOR
Description
Spend a day amongst the waterfalls and history a native tribe from the amazon of Ecuador on a full-day private tour to a cloud forest. Comfortable round-trip transportation from your Guayaquil hotel will offers spectacular views of the Bucay Mountains. Follow your guide through the cloud forest trails to three different waterfalls and swim beneath each. Afterwards, learn history and activities a native tribe from the amazon and enjoy a traditional lunch before your return to the city. - Get the personalized experience of a private tour - Take a break from the hustle and bustle of Guayaquil - Relax in complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off - Enjoy a traditional Ecuadorian lunch during the tour
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:00 AM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 17–50)
- $229
- Senior (ages 51–90)
- $229
- Youth (ages 13–16)
- $129
- Child (ages 6–12)
- $99
- Infant (ages 1–5)
- $99
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $439.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Guayaquil
The tour starts in Guayaquil, at 8am from your location, and we transfer you to the Bucay city in approximately 2H.
Bucay
when you arrive in Bucay, you can see the natural landscape, it is a green place and mountains around. we started to climb in the car to the top of the mountain at 4,200 feet. On the route you can see the rivers, plants and get to know a local farm, here you can enjoy the traditional trapiche (press sugar cane machine)
Cascadas Piedra Blanca
Hiking on cloud forest. If you are a nature lover, then we are sure that will like you this Cloud Forest and Waterfalls day tour. When you arrive at the Forest starts the hike through natural trails, you will be able to observe a lot of typical plants of a cloud forest, different kind of trees and many species of birds, you will also know 3 waterfalls "Las Mellizas" of 45m (135 ft) here you will have a moment to take a shower under it water. Continuing with the hike to the second and third waterfall, called "Chorrera del Amor" 30m (120 ft.) high and "Isabela" 295ft (the highest waterfall in Bucay). You will have time to get into the biggest waterfall in Bucay, and take many pictures of the memory of your trip.
Bucay
Comunidad Shuar. after the forest we drive around 30min untill the Shuar Community, here you will enjoy the traditional dance, traditional medicine and other activities tipical of this peoples. finally we down to Bucay for your traditional lunch and return Guayaquil. You will arribe at 7pm at your hotel.
What's included
Included
Private transfer from your hotel
Local lunch
All Fees and Taxes
Private Guide
Not included
Extra drinks
Tips
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up any hotel, airport or meet point on Guayaquil, Samborondon or Duran
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.6
5 reviews
How it compares in Guayaquil
- No. 39 by number of reviews among 138 tours in Guayaquil
- Starting price $229 is close to the typical $240 for tours of similar length in Guayaquil
Excurgo comparison of 138 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
0+ days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Indigenus Shuar Comunity and Cloud Forest Bucay Private Day-Tour from Guayaquil lasts about 10–11 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $229 per person for this Guayaquil experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $439. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM.
How much does this tour cost for children?
Children aged 6–12 pay from $99, adults from $229.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We pick up any hotel, airport or meet point on Guayaquil, Samborondon or Duran Pickup points include Hotel Simmonds Guayaquil, Hotel Indira Internacional.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 5 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by BUCAY ADVENTURES ECUADOR.
Reviews(5)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
S
Nice excursion out of the city
We were excited to get out of the city to explore the natural beauty of the cloud forest and learn about the indigenous community. The hike through the cloud forest was beautiful, but was more strenuous than the description suggested. It included some steep climbing on wet rocks in fairly humid weather. Combined with the altitude (which I am not used to), I found the hike somewhat difficult. However, our guide was patient and took some breaks so I could catch my breath. After the hike, we went to visit a Shuar family, who introduced us to some dancing and taught us how to hunt using a traditional dart-type of weapon. I appreciated that the visit was not overly commercial (they didn't try to sell us anything), but I thought there would be more to the visit - perhaps some introduction to how they lived and cooked inside their home, etc. Lunch on the way back to the city was nice and included a lovely lentil soup, choice of chicken or beef with rice and beans, and juice. All in all a good excursion.
S
Great view of waterfalls, Shuar community meeting was too scripted
The view of the waterfalls was terrific. Lots of scenic views on the mountain. However, I was disappointed by the meeting with Shuar community. I was shown a dance, shared some whiskey, saw a blowgun demonstration, and then was led on my way without having any real chance for a conversation with the Shuar. I would have loved to ask some questions, instead of seeing a few customs. I was hoping to share lunch with the community, where I would have more time to relate to them.
Operator response
Dear Steve, we was very happy you took this trip, with your visit helps every one in Bucay grown in the tourism activities and believe on it like an alternative way for to conserve the nature and traditions. We are sad with your feel in the community Shuar visit, but I read that all activities you said made in the Shuar community is like as we put on the trip description on the tour page, like the lunch time, in the description say the lunch is in the local restaurant in Bucay no in the community. But in general sorry for not have more time for share with the community, I’m sure the visitor can make any questions at the Shuar because always there are moments after each activity in the community for conversation with the locals.
A
My unforgettable Bucay.
The Bucay Cloud Forest and Isabella Falls were amazing. Wilson, our tour guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. It was fun to try the sugarcane press and learn about the Shuar community. The local food was delicious. In totality, It was a great experience.
M
Excellent experience by Bucay adventures
Really great experience with excellent host Noe from Bucay adventures Pocked me up from the hotel and after a 2 hour drive through banana and shrimp farms we arrived in Bucay and start climbing by car to the top of the mountain Wonderfull landscape and environment. Stopped for a short break to demonstrate and traditional sucre crane press After we where at the top of the mountain we walked through the Rainforest. Very imposing walking into the rainforest and see beautiful waterfalls After we finished walking through the rainforest we went to the comunidad Shuar where we learned about the traditional way of living in the Amazon After a lunch we went back to Guayaquil
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