About this trip
The jungle, rivers, caves, canyons, flora and fauna have made this majestic jungle the ideal place to hike and conect with nature. According to the stories of the local people, the spiritual connection with nature makes it possible to find tranquility in the jungle. The crystalline waters of the rivers brings a sense of peace and rejuvenation to every person who bathes in them.
This tour is ideal for those who want to connect with nature and learn the secrets and myths of the jungle.
The Jatunyaku River, which in the Kichwa language means “big river”, is located just 45 minutes away from Tena in the Los Llanganates National Park. The crystalline tributaries that feed the Jatunyaku and the lush jungle that surrounds it, make this an exceptional place to raft the class III rapids!
The Jatunyaku River is considered by experts as the best river for rafting in Ecuador, because it has a perfect current that is safe and fun for rafters of all levels. All rafting trips are run by professional rafting guides who will ensure your rafting adventure is safe and exciting. No previous rafting experience is needed to be a part of such an unforgettable experience.
What’s included
- Guide
- Transport
- Boat and all equipment
- Lunch
What’s not included
- Extra drinks or meals
- Tips
Available Packages
Itinerary
The trip starts at 8:30am at our office in Tena. From there we will take a private car and will go for 20 minutes until Upper amazon region
We head for the «route of the dreams». This is a thousand-year-old pathway where in ancient times our ancestors used it to go to other communities and to the Napo River. Today, with the support of tourism we try to keep the area alive.
We will visit the caves of the parrots, known as Kali kali in Kichwa. They reproduce in these caves once a year. We will cross crystalline rivers and canyons
At about 2pm, we will go back to the place from where we started. Our rafting equipment will be waiting for us there so that we can go to the sector of the River Jatun Yacu (or “big river”), from where our next activity will begin.
Before we begin our river adventure, the guide will give a brief safety talk and then will teach us how to use the equipment. He will explain and teach rowing techniques.
We will begin our descent along the River Jatun Yacu by going through some rapids.
Halfway through the journey, we will stop on the riverbank to have a quick rest and to have a delicious lunch. After that, we will carry on until we reach our final destination point at Puerto Napo.
Our estimated time of arrival in Tena is 5pm. It could be earlier or late, though, depending on the river’s water levels.