4 Tage Cuyabeno Amazonas Erlebnis in der Waita Lodge

This was one of the most disappointing and distressing experiences I’ve ever had while traveling. Something you don't need while in Ecuador. Ecuatraveling and Waita Lodge sold a vision they had no intention or ability to deliver, everything else around them is run down or falling apart. The trip was a mess from start to finish unprofessional staff, chaotic logistics, false promises, and complete disregard for guest well-being. What was marketed as an eco- adventure felt more like being stranded and ignored. It wasn’t just poorly run, it was emotionally exhausting. Avoid this company if you value honesty, safety, or even basic respect. The guides just repeat the same things. Pretend to tell the birds to stop when literally, they are so far away, all you see is a black dot. Terrible at photography, and terrible at guiding. It's not worth it. Plus you won't get any sleep worrying about bug getting into the bed.

I had the most amazing 4 days at Waita Lodge and would loved to have stayed longer. The lodge was very comfortable, clean and relaxing and had everything we needed. Our food was always made with fresh ingredients and was really good. Our guide, Charlie, was so knowledgeable and I learned a huge amount about the wildlife, flora and fauna in the rainforest. His ability to recognise bird calls was incredible and I lost count of the number of species we encountered. He looked after us very well and his passion for the rainforest rubbed off on us all. I was lucky enough to see the pink river dolphins a few times, including when they swam up past the lodge so we could stand on the decking and watch them. I also saw sloths, various species of monkeys, macaws, capybaras (which were right outside the lodge grazing), caiman, snakes, toads, loads of unusual insects and spiders, and so many different birds. Overall the experience was unforgettable and I would encourage anyone who is interested in wildlife or plant life to book this trip. You won't regret it!

Waita is a remote and isolated lodge that is ideal for birdwatching and animal viewing. We traveled there from Quito where it took one 45 minute flight, two taxi rides totaling 2 hours, a 3 hour shuttle, and a nearly 4 hour motorized canoe ride to reach the lodge, but for us the journey was nearly half the fun as our drivers expertly took care of us and shared their knowledge of the flora, fauna, and history of each area we passed through. When we arrived at Waita, they immediately welcomed us to rest and eat well with their masterful cooking and clean and cool lodgings. Everything we ate had so much care and flavor that I never wanted to leave lodge! But when we did, our expert Naturalist, Diego, made sure to carefully show and name each plant and animal that we came across, and he worked hard so that we had the absolute best tour of the jungle that we could possibly have. He kept us safe and taught us how to respect the jungle and the river, and he made sure that we got to see the rare and at ease animals and birds that lived along the Cuyabeno River. From monkeys, sloths, dolphins, otters, caimans, parrots, toucans, kingfishers, and more, we always saw something new and thriving every day. From the sounds of howler monkeys and birds every morning, to the clearest stars along the river at night, our time at Waita lodge was a truly magical and once in a life time experience and I would highly recommend their lodge and their tours to anyone wanting to experience the Amazon rainforest and the dignified tributaries that make up this world famous river!