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Puyo Amazon Full Day Tour | Ecuador Jungle Adventure
4.8(48)Banos11–12 hours
VIATOR4.3(7)TRIPADVISOR4.9(41)
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At a glance
Duration
11–12 hours
Price from
$40 / person
Location
Banos, Ecuador
Rating
4.8 / 5 · 48 reviews
Languages
EN, ES
Group
Small group, up to 30
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Turismo Ecuador 24
Meeting point
The meeting point will be in the ECUADOR 24 tourist agency, is two blocks from the central Church, on Avenida Luis A. Martínez and November 12, next to a cafeteria and in front of the hotel Plants and whites.
Description
This tour is special because you do not need experience for this activity you just need energy and the desire to learn about the flora and fauna of the Ecuadorian forest, here you will visit viewpoints, indigenous communities and coexistence with them.
The Tourist must bring:
Repellant
Swimsuit
Towel
Sunscreen
Lightweight waterproof clothing
Trekking shoes
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
9:00 AM
Next available
Fri, Oct 9
Adult (ages 28–70)
$40
Youth (ages 13–27)
$40
Child (ages 4–12)
$40
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Puyo Amazon Full Day Tour | Ecuador Jungle Adventure
Itinerary
Mera
90 min
One of the stops to visit will be the Mira Mera viewpoint whose name honors the canton that will welcome you to the Amazon region.
Puyo
120 min
In this place you can sail for 30 minutes along the Puyo River, after this tour you will head to lunch where you will have 4 food options as is : Chicken-meat-fish or vegetables
Cascada Hola Vida
Admission included180 min
Our certified guide will explain about the medicinal plants of the Amazon, take a 30-minute walk to the Hola Vida waterfall, where you can swim if you wish, and get in touch with nature.
Puyo
90 min
You will visit an indigenous community where you will participate in their traditional dance, the use of the blowgun, they will paint your face as a temporary tattoo, and you will visit a museum where you can acquire handicrafts if you wish.
Admission not included150 min
At the Indichuris viewpoint you will witness a beautiful sunset surrounded by hammocks, swings, the jungle and the imposing Pastaza River in the background.
Puyo
45 min
Finally, we will visit a local family where they carry out the process of organic chocolate from Ecuador, in this place you can taste small portions of chocolate, if you want to buy chocolate you can do it.
What's included
Included
Tickets
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Rain Poncho and Rubber Boots
Not included
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
48 reviews
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How it compares in Baños
No. 17 by number of reviews among 160 tours in Baños
Starting price $40 is 53% below the typical $85 for tours of similar length in Baños
Excurgo comparison of 160 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Puyo Amazon Full Day Tour | Ecuador Jungle Adventure take?
Puyo Amazon Full Day Tour | Ecuador Jungle Adventure lasts about 11–12 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does Puyo Amazon Full Day Tour | Ecuador Jungle Adventure cost?
Prices start at $40 per person for this Banos experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Puyo Amazon Full Day Tour | Ecuador Jungle Adventure run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM.
How much does Puyo Amazon Full Day Tour | Ecuador Jungle Adventure cost for children?
Children aged 4–12 pay from $40, adults from $40.
Can I cancel Puyo Amazon Full Day Tour | Ecuador Jungle Adventure for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is The meeting point will be in the ECUADOR 24 tourist agency, is two blocks from the central Church, on Avenida Luis A. Martínez and November 12, next to a cafeteria and in front of the hotel Plants and whites. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Puyo Amazon Full Day Tour | Ecuador Jungle Adventure offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Puyo Amazon Full Day Tour | Ecuador Jungle Adventure worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 48 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Turismo Ecuador 24.
Reviews(48)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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FamilyBirgit
September 2, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great day
Full day packed with really interesting activities. Very knowledgeable guides. Loved swimming in the waterfall pool!
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the full-day experience and found the activities interesting. It’s great to know you had a fantastic time with our guides, and we’re especially happy that swimming in the waterfall pool was one of your favorite moments! We hope to welcome you back to Ecuador for another adventure soon.
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wendycastillejo
August 23, 2026 · via Viator
Overall, this Amazon tour...
Overall, this Amazon tour offers good value and features some great standout moments, though the pacing could have been a bit more engaging. The highlights included the beautiful waterfall and the fun Tarzan swing, which really delivered on adventure.However, the village visit was extremely uncomfortable; the animals appeared to be in distress, and it felt so distressing that I couldn't leave fast enough. I originally wanted a tour without that specific stop after reading other reviews, but unfortunately, it seems most standard Amazon tours bundle these exact same components together.I truly wish some operator would start offering an option completely without that segment. Skipping it would significantly improve the tour's overall timing and flow. If operators are worried about supporting locals, I would be much happier to simply donate directly to the Amazon communities, or have them show us the items they sell so we can buy from them directly.
Operator response
Thank you for taking the time to share such detailed feedback about our Puyo Amazon Full Day Tour. We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the waterfall and the Tarzan swing, and that these were memorable parts of your Amazon adventure.
We’re especially sorry to hear that the community visit made you uncomfortable. We completely understand your concerns regarding the animals, and we take this type of feedback seriously. Your comments are valuable to us as we continue reviewing the experiences included in our tours and looking for ways to make them more respectful, comfortable, and meaningful for our travelers.
We also appreciate your suggestion about offering an alternative without this stop. We will certainly take this into consideration when designing our future Amazon experiences.
Thank you again for your honest feedback. We truly appreciate it and hope the beauty and adventure of the Amazon were still highlights of your trip.
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Amal_O
August 20, 2026 · via Viator
Amazing
It was a packed day. We had a lot of things to do. It was amazing. The view along the road were incredible. It was worth every penny. We enjoyed ourselves immensely.
Operator response
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re delighted to hear that you had such an amazing and memorable day. We’re glad you enjoyed the incredible views along the road and felt that the experience was worth every penny. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we hope to welcome you back to Ecuador for another adventure soon!
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Jasper_C
July 26, 2026 · via Viator
Tour guide does not speak english
The tour should be in english but the guide did not speak english at all. He did not communicate and me and my friend were excluded from the information. For example: he had a whistle which he used in multiple ways but he did not explain in english what it meant.
He also did not tell us that we had to get in the boat and the boats left without us and we had to get back in the buss
Very dissapointing: tour guide was named dolphin or something.
We do not recommend this tour - waste of a day in ecuador
Operator response
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are sorry that your experience did not meet your expectations.
After carefully investigating what happened with our driver, guide, and the canoe staff, we found that the tour was conducted as scheduled. This is a shared tour, and the guide spoke in English throughout the experience. In fact, several other English-speaking travelers were with the same guide that day, and we did not receive any similar concerns from them.
According to the information provided by all the staff involved, when the group arrived at the waterfall stop, the other travelers stayed to enjoy the activities and the time at the site. However, you decided to return to the bus and remained separate from the rest of the group.
Later, when the group arrived at the canoe departure point, the guide gave instructions for everyone to board together. Instead, you chose to walk toward the bridge on your own rather than follow the guide's directions. Our staff called you to rejoin the group, but you declined and returned to the bus.
For this reason, the guide was unable to provide the full experience or explanations during those parts of the tour, as you had separated yourselves from the group by personal choice.
We always strive to provide a high-quality experience for every guest, and we take all feedback seriously. We appreciate your comments and wish you all the best in your future travels.
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W9093UBrichardg
July 17, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Many activities
Great experience - many activities in a packed day
Operator response
Thank you so much! We're happy you enjoyed such a fun-filled day. We hope to welcome you back to Ecuador for another adventure soon!
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D6384SSsamanthag
June 5, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Honeymoon in Baños de Agua Santa
Excellent service, everything was very nice, the places, the attention. I would definitely return.
Operator response
¡Muchas gracias por compartir su experiencia de luna de miel con nosotros! Nos llena de alegría saber que disfrutaron de la aventura en Puyo, la cultura local y los hermosos paisajes naturales. Qué especial que la pintura con achiote y el baño en la cascada hayan formado parte de un recuerdo tan importante para ustedes. Les agradecemos por permitirnos ser parte de este momento único y les deseamos mucha felicidad en esta nueva etapa. ¡Esperamos recibirlos nuevamente en Ecuador para más experiencias inolvidables! 💕
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283yajahirac
June 5, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Amazon
The best tour I have ever done; I really enjoyed all the activities and I will return.
Operator response
¡Muchas gracias por compartir tu experiencia! Nos llena de alegría saber que fue uno de los mejores recorridos que has realizado y que disfrutaste de todas las actividades. Será un placer recibirte nuevamente para seguir creando momentos inolvidables. ¡Te esperamos pronto para una nueva aventura!
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Jerricanicole
March 9, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Zero stars
Based on the 5 star reviews, my boyfriend and I were so excited for this tour… Since the tour guide did not reach out the night before, I messaged sent a message just to confirm time (0900) and meet up location. They were prompt, clear in their responses, which was greatly appreciated. We got to the location at 0850, where we checked in and signed our waivers. 0900 there was still no driver, so we asked the gentleman if we had time to get breakfast. He said that the driver would be there in 5 minutes… add another 40 minutes to that and the driver EVENTUALLY shows up. I asked a reason for the delay and he said that he had to pick up other guests. There were no other guests on the bus when we got on. The sites we visited were super touristy locations, that were jam packed. Mainly places for photo opportunities with displays. The one thing I did truly enjoy was the hike to the waterfall. The waterfall itself was beautiful, but again it was packed and we were only allowed 25 minutes there. Our guide was inattentive and truly didn’t care about our experience. The only time he interacted with us and showed us a medicinal plant used for sinuses, etc.He was lost in his cellphone or chatting with his other tour friends the majority of the time. While walking to and from the water fall he straight up powered forward and left the group behind. What if someone got injured or sick? I took some pictures and videos of the group walking through the woods alone. I wish we would’ve chosen another tour or just made our own itinerary. Definitely the worst tour I’ve been apart of.
Operator response
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We sincerely appreciate your feedback, as it helps us continue improving our tours.
First of all, we offer our sincere apologies for the delay at the start of the tour. That morning our driver had to coordinate pickups before arriving at the meeting point, which unfortunately caused the delay, as this is a shared tour and not a private tour. In a private tour we would have departed only with you. We understand how frustrating it can be to wait, especially when you are excited to start the day, and we are reviewing this situation with our team to avoid similar delays in the future.
Regarding the places visited during the tour, the Amazon one-day excursion includes some well-known sites that are popular among visitors. These places can sometimes be busy because they are public tourist locations open to everyone, not private sites. It is normal that popular attractions have more visitors, especially during peak hours, as many travelers want to experience them.
We are sorry to hear that the guide did not seem attentive during the experience. This is not the level of service we aim to provide. Our guides are usually recognized in many reviews for their friendliness, knowledge, and attentiveness, so we will definitely share your comments with our team to reinforce the importance of staying close to the group and ensuring that every participant feels supported during the hike and throughout the tour.
We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the hike to the waterfalls and the natural beauty of the area, which is one of the highlights of this excursion.
Your comments are very valuable to us, especially because providing memorable experiences for our participants is our top priority. We hope that despite this situation, you were still able to enjoy the incredible landscapes of Ecuador.
Thank you again for your feedback and we wish you a pleasant journey.
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BettyTT63
January 27, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
What a great day to explore the area
This was a fabulous day, great guide, just the right amount of activities. The swing was spectacular. Highly recommend!
Operator response
Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊 We’re very happy you enjoyed the day, the activities, and the swing experience. It was a pleasure having you with us. You’re always welcome back!
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Betty R
December 19, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Wonderful action packed day
We had a wonderful action packed day with Pablo. His English was very good, and he was very knowledgeable about everything. Be prepared for what could be, some strenuous walking to the falls the treehouse
Operator response
Thank you very much for your wonderful review. We are very happy to hear that you had such an action-packed and enjoyable day with Pablo.
It’s great to know that you appreciated his English and his knowledge during the tour. We are proud to have guides like Pablo who are passionate about sharing the beauty, culture, and nature of the area with our guests.
You are absolutely right that some parts of the tour include walking, especially to reach beautiful places like the waterfall and the Treehouse, but we are glad to hear that you were able to enjoy these experiences.
Thank you again for choosing to travel with us. We hope to welcome you again on another adventure in Ecuador in the future.
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