Your journey begins with a warm welcome and a refreshing native drink that carries the flavors of the Amazon. After a brief introduction to Kuyana’s regenerative philosophy, the pace of daily life begins to slow — replaced by the sounds of the forest and the calm of being surrounded by nature.
Begin exploring with a guided walk along the Guitarracocha Trail, a path woven with ancestral stories. Local legend tells of guitar-like sounds drifting from its lagoon on quiet nights. The trail leads to Kuyana Island, where you’ll walk beneath towering trees and reach a viewpoint overlooking the Hollín River, one of the main tributaries of the Napo River. Its energy, color, and constant movement reflect the force of the Amazon itself.
(Difficulty: 2.5/5 – approx. 1.5 hours)
As the day comes to an end, enjoy a thoughtfully prepared farm-to-table dinner made with ingredients from Kuyana’s gardens and nearby communities — fresh, simple, and full of purpose.
Guitarracocha Trail
Kuyana Viewpoint
Dinner
Wake early to a symphony of bird calls as soft light filters through the forest canopy. Join your guide for a birdwatching walk, where species such as kingfishers and caciques reveal the vibrant rhythm of the rainforest.
(Difficulty: 2/5 – approx. 1 hour)
After breakfast, set out on a guided hike to the Ushpayacu Waterfalls, one of Kuyana’s most cherished experiences. The trail invites you to move at nature’s pace — listening to flowing springs, feeling the humidity of the forest, and reaching a cascade where you can bathe beneath its fresh waters. A short section of light climbing adds a gentle touch of adventure.
(Difficulty: 3/5 – approx. 3 hours)
Back at the lodge, enjoy lunch before taking part in a traditional Amazon cooking class. Learn to prepare local dishes such as maito and chontacuro, followed by a hands-on chocolate-making experience using native cacao — a direct connection to Amazonian flavors and culture.
Dinner is served as the forest darkens, accompanied by the natural sounds of the night — a quiet reminder that you are immersed in a living ecosystem.
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
After breakfast, visit a Quechua family in the community of Santo Domingo del Hollín. You’ll be welcomed with genuine warmth, sharing stories and ancestral practices passed down through generations. This encounter offers insight into daily life in the Amazon and the deep relationship between culture and nature.
Return to Kuyana for lunch and time to rest or reflect — by the pool, on your terrace, or near the riverbank where silence speaks louder than words.
As dusk settles, join a guided night walk through the forest. Step quietly along the trails as frogs, insects, and nocturnal creatures emerge, experiencing the jungle from a different and unforgettable perspective.
(Difficulty: 2/5 – approx. 1 hour)
Quechua family visit
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Your final morning in the jungle begins with the melodic songs of birds and a delicious breakfast made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
Before departing, take part in the Hollin River Reforestation Project. Plant a tree and help restore the rainforest, contributing to the protection of this precious ecosystem for future generations.
This meaningful experience connects you with nature while supporting local culture and sustainable practices—leaving you with lasting memories of your time in the Amazon.
Hollín River
Breakfast