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Mixed introduction to the Amazon
The guide and the service are top-notch. However, the group's inertia makes the day very long. I did not like the way the animals were treated at the Quechua village.
Visit the Ecuadorian Amazon
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At a glance
- Duration
- 11 hours
- Price from
- $35 / person
- Location
- Banos, Ecuador
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 50 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 20
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Alexander Tour SA.
- Meeting point
- Alexander tour operator of Tourism is open from 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. You can arrive from the city center in a matter of minutes. We are located in front of the plantas y blanco hostel.
Description
We are direct operators We start in Baños de Agua Santa first place to visit miramera viewpoint to have our first approach in the Amazon jungle then we will visit the hello life reserve we will have a walk and in the waterfall you can take a refreshing bath at the end we will go to a restaurant to taste a Lunch and continuing with the tour we will have the descent down the Puyo River in typical canoes, at the end we will visit the Cotococha community to experience life in the natural state of the native Kichuas. We will continue to visit the highest natural viewpoint in the jungle, an ideal place to practice in the liana de tarzan and rest in the hammock to finish we will have a visit to CACAO farm where we make handmade chocolate and be able to taste it. Day full of adventure, culture and adrenaline, because we have the best personalized tour based on recommendations from our clients with certified guides, excellent food and quality transportation!!!
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:00 AM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 7
- Adult (ages 18–65)
- $35
- Youth (ages 13–17)
- $35
- Child (ages 2–12)
- $35
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Mirador Miramera
We leave from our office in our transport first place Mera viewpoint, whose name honors the canton that will welcome you to the Amazon region "EL CANTÓN MERA" Mira Mera has two planks used as viewpoints for those who are not afraid of the vertigo of heights, since you will clearly see the void below and the Amazon jungle around you.
Cascada Hola Vida
We continue with the journey until we reach the entrance of the waterfall, we will have a walk, we will be able to swim nearby and even locate ourselves behind it. Hola Vida, being a 225-hectare ecological reserve that emphasizes the protection and conservation of the environment, while at the same time allowing national and foreign tourists to visit its famous 21-meter-high waterfall, the waterfall is located in the middle of the protected forest of this place. Hola Vida is a natural reserve of tropical forest. The environment of the place is unique, it presents a secondary forest in very good condition, as well as an extensive tribal history.
In this river we will have a descent to be able to experience this activity that they use to move from one community to another, we will also be able to appreciate the typical houses of the Kichuas natives
At this location we will have lunch, the menu can be a vegetable soup and the second can be grilled chicken, grilled meat, or we also have a vegetarian menu and for drinks we will have a cold natural energizing guayusa tea.
Located on the banks of the Puyo River, Cotococha is one of the Kichwas indigenous communities, which offers its visitors the chance to get to know Amazonian culture in depth. Dance of the Kichwa nationality is performed in one of the cabins of the community The community offers rest, crafts, gastronomy and ancestral knowledge. The traveler comes into direct contact with nature and enjoys the daily life of the locals We will have fawn practice and we can take pictures with the animals that live free in the community.
Indichuris is a Kichwa community that has developed a series of tourist attractions, among them is the viewpoint, from which you can have a privileged view of the Amazon. The extreme swing The viewpoint You can also take walks, rest in hammocks and visit the cave of the devil's mask
In this cocoa paradise we will have information about the cocoa plants and the production process, we will participate in roasting, cleaning the cocoa and then grinding it to make its base paste. For tourists who want to try it, it has an extra price of 2 dollars can taste a cocoa tea, a cup of chocolate and a cassava tortilla with cheese
Puyo
We pass through the city of Puyo, known as the city of Cinnamon, considered the heart of the Amazon.
What's included
Included
rain poncho
Lunch
Wellingtons
professional guide
hotel pick up
Not included
Soft drinks, Alcoholic beverages
Back to the hotel
Tickets, Viewpoints : $3, Chocolate $2
Pickup Locations & Times
We will pick you up from the different hostels and hotels in the canton with our Tourist transport.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
50 reviews
How it compares in Baños
- No. 15 by number of reviews among 160 tours in Baños
- Starting price $35 is 59% below the typical $85 for tours of similar length in Baños
Excurgo comparison of 160 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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 Visit the Ecuadorian Amazon take?
Visit the Ecuadorian Amazon lasts about 11 hours. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does Visit the Ecuadorian Amazon cost?
Prices start at $35 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 Visit the Ecuadorian Amazon run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM.
How much does Visit the Ecuadorian Amazon cost for children?
Children aged 2–12 pay from $35, adults from $35.
Can I cancel Visit the Ecuadorian Amazon for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We will pick you up from the different hostels and hotels in the canton with our Tourist transport.
What languages is Visit the Ecuadorian Amazon 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 20 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Visit the Ecuadorian Amazon worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 50 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Alexander Tour SA..
Reviews(50)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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A lot of value for your money
A lot of value for your money. You don't have to do everything, but you can. Tourism should also benefit the local or indigenous population. I have thought about it. Respect.
F
Achuar culture
An unforgettable experience with the travelers
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Good!
Good value for money.. the activity would be better starting a little earlier (around 8 a.m.) so as not to return at 9 p.m. in the evening.. otherwise an excellent discovery of the Amazon. Meal was good.
Operator response
Bon rapport qualité prix.. l’activité aurait intérêt à commencer un peu plus tôt (vers 8h) pour ne pas revenir à 21h le soir.. sinon excellente découverte de l’Amazonie. Repas bien.
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A Full Day & Great Value!
This tour was the overall best variety of activities & value for the money that I had experienced in Banos. It was a long and full day, but certainly worth it! The highlights for me were the waterfall hike and the Finca Mirador viewpoint with the "extreme" swing. Our guide Pedro was great as well. He was kind, considerate, and made sure we kept to the schedule.
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Great tour, but maybe wait till you get to town to book
It was honestly the coolest tour I did. However, it was marketed as English tour guide poorly. I was the only fluent English speaking person on tour, and I did not get out of the tour as I would have with a fully English tour. I did have a guide who spoke English, but not fluently. I understand I’m in another country and I’m okay to be immersed, and again it was an amazing tour, just the marketing of it was misleading.
Operator response
Thank you very much for your comment. We are glad to know that you enjoyed the tour and that you had a good experience overall. We are sorry that the guide's fluency in English did not meet your expectations. We value your comments and we will take them into account to continue improving and offering a higher quality service to our customers.
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I liked the tour but wish it were shorter
This is an exciting and affordable way to see many aspects of the Amazon. Everything occurred as described. I enjoyed everything that was included however, it went on way too long for me. I thought I was prepared for such a long day but at one point I was over it. I opted out of the Finca Mirador and the chocolate demo. After seeing pictures of the Mirador viewpoint, do NOT skip this. The view is amazing and I wish I'd seen it in person. If I had the choice to remove anything from the tour, I would opt not to visit the indigenous community. It just didn't feel right. It felt performative and no one looked happy. The only time a few community members expressions changed were when there were personal interactions with people from the tour. I would still recommend this tour and would do it again either with fewer stops or would pay more and do 1.5 days of the tour.
Operator response
Thank you very much for sharing your experience. We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour and truly appreciate your feedback, as it helps us continue improving. We take your comments about the tour duration and the visit to the indigenous community into account, always with the commitment to offer respectful and authentic experiences. Thank you for recommending us. We would be happy to welcome you again.
A
Variety of experiences, totally worth 1 day
Variety of experiences, relatively low price, almost everything included, still feels authentic enough, highly recommend.
Operator response
Thank you very much for your recommendation! 😊 We’re happy to know you enjoyed the experience and felt the tour offered great value for its price. We’d be delighted to welcome you again
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Good Tour
Had a lot go good experiences on this tour. The pick-up arrived on schedule, and connected us with the larger group. The hike to the waterfall and dip in the pool was the highlight of the day. I do feel like the lunch stop could've been shortened, since we spent a lot of time just waiting before and after the meal. Also, the visit to the 'village' was a bit uncomfortable since it made a spectacle of the inhabitants, and also included animals being forcibly used for photographs with some eager tourists.
Operator response
Thank you for your comments. We appreciate your observations regarding the lunch stop and the village visit. Your feedback helps us review our timing and ensure that all cultural and animal interactions are conducted in a respectful and responsible manner. We value your input as it helps us continue improving our tours.
K
Great Value for money
This tour is the best value for money you could ask for. You do such a variety of activities and it is paced really well. The guide is helpful if you need to ask questions but most of the time you are just happy to be doing the activities. Thanks Pedro and the team.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your kind words! 🌟 We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the variety of activities and the balance of the tour. Pedro and the whole team are very happy to know their efforts made your experience memorable. Your feedback motivates us to keep creating unforgettable moments for our guests. We hope to welcome you again on another adventure soon!
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