3 Days Amazon Essence Private Birding Tour
A quick, exclusive gateway to the Amazon. Enjoy private canoe rides and sunset birding at Limoncocha Lagoon. No strangers, just your group and a native guide.
About this tour
A quick, exclusive gateway to the Amazon. Enjoy private canoe rides and sunset birding at Limoncocha Lagoon. No strangers, just your group and a native guide.
Your Private Gateway to the Wild. Designed for those with limited time who refuse to settle for a crowded group. Includes private sunset canoe rides on the lagoon and exclusive encounters with the Kichwa people.
This BirdWatch review draft keeps customer enquiries routed through BirdWatch while Eddy Gualinga reviews the public wording, price, route, image order and current operating details.
Birds you can spot
Guides
Itinerary ▼
Morning - Departure from Coca land route to Toucan Cabin's
We welcome you on an adventure down one of the most unique and biodiverse rivers of the Amazon headwaters, the land route. We begin our journey by picking you up at the airport or at the traveling two hours by car deep in the Amazon Yasuní national park. During the trip we may see a variety of species of birds, mammals, as we reach our destination, Toucan Cabin's. Welcome to an authentic jungle paradise. Make yourself comfortable in your private room, and then explore the common areas and surrounding garden, while lunch is prepared for you.
Afternoon
Limoncocha Lagoon, rich with life—from green-hued waters to fireflies at night. The visit to Limoncocha Lagoon begins with a peaceful canoe ride through calm waters surrounded by lush Amazonian vegetation. As the journey continues, a wide variety of birds can be observed, especially at sunset when many species return to roost. Along the way visitors can hear the sounds of the jungle, including howler monkeys, frogs, and crickets, creating a magical and natural atmosphere. At night, the experience continues with the observation of caimans, whose red eyes reflect in the flashlight beams. The entire tour is led by a knowledgeable local guide who shares stories, insights about the flora and fauna, and the culture significance of the lagoon to the kichwa community.
Early morning breakfast and forest walk on the stunning Yasuni natinoal park, home to howler monkeys, toucans other birds spices.
Later, enjoy and a relaxing tubing session down the Jivino River (approx. 2 hours). In the evening, take part in a Kichwa cultural dance and body painting demonstration.
Enjoy your last Amazonian sunrise before returning to Coca Airport with memories of the trip of a lifetime.
We'll bid you farewell with a deep sense of gratitude for visiting our community and experiencing the Amazon.
Locations & map
- Reserva Biologica Limoncocha - Sucumbios Ecuador (Amazon lagoon, river and forest birding area used by the source tours.)
- Yasuni National Park - Orellana Ecuador (Lowland Amazon rainforest route with clay licks, canopy tower, river islands and forest trails depending on itinerary.)
Availability & pricing
Availability: Flexible private Amazon departures; exact dates and seasonal conditions to confirm with Eddy Gualinga.
Included
- Lodging
- All meals
- All transport for listed activities
- Rain ponchos
- Rubber boots
- Coca-Pashpanchu Lodge transfers (round trip)
- Mosquito repellent
- Sunscreen
- Alcoholic drinks
- Tips
- Parrot clay lick entrance: $80/person (optional)
Transport & stays
- Private land, canoe and/or motorized canoe transfe Source itinerary includes Coca transfers and Amazon river/lagoon canoe travel depending on tour length. | Meet: Coca, Ecuador | Pickup: Airport, pier or agreed meeting point to confirm.
Accommodations
- Private cabin / Amazon lodge accommodation (days 1-3) Private cabin with bathroom where specified by source pricing Lodging included according to source page; exact lodge and room arrangement to confirm for departure.
Policies & FAQ
Is this a private tour?
Yes. The source page states the tour remains private and outside participants are not added to the group.
Where does the tour start?
The source itineraries start from Coca, Ecuador. Exact airport, pier or local pickup details should be confirmed through BirdWatch inquiry.
Are prices final?
The listed price follows the source website at the time of drafting. Eddy should confirm current price, currency, deposit, tax and child terms before booking.