Light jacket or rain coat

Long trousers and long sleeve shirt

T-shirts & Shorts

Sandals & comfortable walking shoes

Swimsuit

Sunscreen, Sun hat & Sunglasses

Flash light

Mosquito Repellent

Waterproof bag (recommended) or plasitc bag

Water bottle (to refill at the lodge)

Binoculars

Rain ponchos, rubber boots & life jackets will be provided by Bamboo Lodge

Cuyabeno is a wonderful destination all year round. The rainforest doesn’t follow strict seasons, and weather patterns can change from year to year. Some months tend to be drier and others wetter, but even in the “dry” months it can rain, and in the “wet” months you can have clear, sunny days.

It’s also not very common for it to rain a whole day nonstop.
Most days are a mix of sun and rain, and the weather can change hour by hour, which is part of the unique Amazon atmosphere.

Each time of year offers something special:

• Drier months (usually October, January, February) feel more adventurous, with good chances of spotting wildlife like caimans and anacondas.

• Wetter months (all the other months) bring a lush, green landscape, full lagoons, spectacular sunsets, and perfect conditions for swimming in Laguna Grande.

No matter when you visit, you can expect a beautiful and memorable Amazon experience.

For travel in the Amazon, the yellow fever vaccine is generally recommended. However, there are no required vaccinations for your visit. 

Fortunately our area is not affected by malaria, so taking malaria prophylaxis is not necessary.

Just contact us for more information — we’ll be happy to help you plan the perfect Amazon experience for your family.

Yes, of course. We are happy to assist you with planning the best way to reach the lodge.

While flights and tourist shuttles are not included in the tour price, we can:

• Review flight schedules for your Comfort Tour

• Book the tourist shuttle from Quito to Lago Agrio for the Classic Discovery Tours

• Arrange private transfers by taxi or shuttle to other destinations besides Quito (for example: Baños, Tena, Coca, Papallacta.)

 If you need help organizing your trip, just contact us and we’ll be happy to assist you.

Yes, you can bring all your luggage to the lodge without any restrictions.
If you prefer to travel lighter during the tour, you can also store your luggage safely at Hotel Arazá in Lago Agrio while you are in the reserve.

 Classic Discovery Tours (starting in Lago Agrio)

• Pick-up: 9:30 AM at Hotel Arazá in Lago Agrio.

• Breakfast: Available at Hotel Arazá between 6:00–9:00 AM (included).

• If you take the tourist shuttle: It departs the evening before, at 10:00 PM from Quito Old Town and arrives in Lago Agrio early the next morning.

• Return: The tour ends in Lago Agrio around 2:30 PM.

• Shuttle back to Quito: Arrives around 10:30 PM.

Comfort Explorer Tours (starting in Coca)

• Pick-up at Coca Airport: Between 10:00–10:30 AM, coordinated with your flight arrival.

• Return: You will be dropped at Coca Airport between 8:30–9:00 AM for your flight back to Quito.

Yes. You can pay by credit card through a secure payment link. If you choose this option, we will send you the link together with your booking confirmation. (A surcharge of 2.9% applies to card payments.)

To secure your reservation, a 50% down payment is required. The remaining balance can be paid upon arrival at the lodge.

Please note that we do not have a physical card reader at the lodge.
However, you can still complete your payment by:

• 💳 Payment link (credit card)

• 🏦 Bank transfer

• 💵 Cash (USD)

Choose whichever method is most convenient for you — we’re happy to assist.

Yes. Bamboo Lodge is powered by a large central solar system, which provides electricity 24 hours a day throughout the lodge. You can comfortably charge your phone, camera, and other devices at any time.

As we operate in the heart of the rainforest, we kindly ask our guests to use energy mindfully, helping us protect this beautiful environment. But don’t worry — you’ll have everything you need for a comfortable stay.

Our Superior Rooms and Premium Suites feature fans, offering a comfortable and natural way to cool down while staying connected to the surrounding environment. As an eco-lodge located deep in the Amazon rainforest, we do not offer air-conditioning. 

Yes, we offer Wi-Fi throughout Bamboo Lodge, and access is free for all guests. The connection is surprisingly good for such a remote location — stable enough for online work, calls, and even video meetings when needed.

Please note that there is no regular cellphone signal in the Cuyabeno Reserve, so Wi-Fi is the primary way to stay connected.

Yes, all beds are protected with mosquito nets, and the windows are fully screened, ensuring a comfortable and restful stay. This applies to all room categories. 

Yes, we do! 😊 All our rooms are equipped with hot water showers.
Because we operate deep in the rainforest and rely on an eco-friendly system, the temperature can occasionally fluctuate. Our team checks the showers regularly, but sometimes the balance between hot and cold water can be a bit sensitive.

If you experience any difficulty during your stay — even something small — please don’t hesitate to let our staff know. We’ll be happy to assist you right away.

Yes — Cuyabeno is one of the most wildlife-rich regions of the Amazon, and you will have many opportunities to observe animals in their natural habitat. While nature can never be guaranteed, our guests typically see a wide variety of species during the tour.

Some commonly spotted wildlife includes:

• Monkeys (several species, such as squirrel monkeys, capuchins, and howler monkeys)

• Pink river dolphins

• Caimans

• Anacondas and other snakes

• Sloths

• Toucans, macaws, parrots, and many other colorful birds

• Frogs, including tiny poison-dart frogs

• Turtles and butterflies

• Giant otters

Your guide will help you observe animals respectfully and safely, and each day offers new surprises — no two Amazon experiences are ever the same.

There are mosquitoes in Cuyabeno, but usually fewer than in many other Amazon regions. All our rooms are equipped with mosquito nets on the beds and windows, ensuring a comfortable rest.

For insect repellent, the products available in local Ecuadorian pharmacies tend to work very well in the rainforest climate. We recommend “Detán” (green and white bottle), which is effective and widely used in the area. You can also purchase repellent at the lodge if needed.

Many guests find that buying repellent in Ecuador is more practical and more affordable, and often better suited to local conditions than bringing expensive international brands.

Our team does an excellent job keeping rooms and lodge facilities clean and well maintained, so insects and spiders are not common inside the rooms.

That said, we are in the middle of the rainforest, and on rare occasions a small “unexpected guest” like a spider or frog may find its way in. If that happens, our staff will assist you immediately.

If your fear is very strong, we recommend skipping the night walk activity, where you are most likely to see these creatures. Otherwise, most guests feel very comfortable during their stay.

Yes — visiting Cuyabeno with an experienced lodge and professional guides is considered very safe. Our team knows the area extremely well, and all activities are carried out with careful attention to safety and comfort. Canoe rides, walks, and wildlife observations are guided at all times, and we follow clear protocols designed for the rainforest environment.

While the Amazon is a wild ecosystem, serious incidents are extremely rare. As long as you follow your guide’s instructions — for example, staying with the group, not touching wildlife, and wearing boots in the forest — you can fully enjoy the experience without worry.

Most guests are surprised by how peaceful, calm, and secure they feel once they are here.
If you have specific concerns or health conditions, just let us know — we’re happy to help you feel comfortable and prepared.