SANI LODGE
Sani Lodge accommodates
only 40 guests, between the cabins and
the camping, emphasizing quality rather
than quantity, and thereby offering you
a more intimate experience with the rainforest.
The lodge itself consists of ten, private,
thatch-roofed cabanas, each with a modern
bathroom. The cabanas are spaciously designed
for double or triple occupancy, and have
screened in windows to guard against insects
while you sleep. Electric lights at the
lodge run from ecological friendly solar
energy instead of a noisy generator so
the night sounds will be pure and natural.
Oil lamps are also provided for those
who appreciate that rustic feel.
The bar, lounge, and dining room at Sani
Lodge overlook the lagoon and offer both
first class service, as well as, premier
views of wild life and of the setting
sun.
SAMPLE ITINERARY - 5DAYS/4NIGHTS
DAY 1:
Departure from Quito with ICARO Airlines
Arrival in Coca
Boarding of passenger to transport boat at the Río Napo Harbor in Coca
Lunch on the boat
Entering of the Chaullayacu, the small stream connecting the lagoon at Sani Lodge with the Río Napo, following the stream for about 30 - 45 minutes before arriving at the lodge
Arrival at the lodge, welcome snacks and drinks, settling down in the rooms
Introductory canoe ride or forest hike
Dinner
Night hike
DAY 2:
Breakfast
Departure to the Chorongo Trail
45-minute canoe ride across the lagoon enjoying the morning activity (birds, caimans, monkeys, manatees, etc.) on the lagoon
3 - 4-hour hike on the Chorongo Trail including a small snack break in between
45-minute return canoe ride
Lunch
2-hour hike on the Swamp Trail
Return to the Lodge
Dinner
Caiman watching or night hike (both optional)
DAY
3:
Breakfast
Departure to the 30-m birdwatch tower
5-minute canoe ride to the Aguila trail head
10-minute walk to the birdwatch tower
birdwatching, listening to the sounds of the Howler Monkey
Lunch
Piranha-fishing in the lagoon and float for sunset
Dinner
DAY
4:
Breakfast
Departure to Coto trail by dugout canoe
1 hour 20 min canoe ride to Coto trail head
Hike to Coto trail for 2 hours exploring for flora and fauna
1 hour canoe ride back to the lodge
Lunch
Departure to watchtower
5-minute canoe ride to Aguila trail
10-minute walk to the watchtower
birdwatching, listening to the sounds of the Howler Monkey
Return to Sani Lodge
Dinner
Caiman-watching or night hike (both optional)
DAY 5:
Breakfast
Departure from Sani Lodge
30-minute dawn-boat-ride on the Challuayacu
3hours and 30 min boat-ride on the Río Napo
Arrival at the Río Napo Harbor in Coca
Transfer by taxi to Coca Airport
Departure of return flight to Quito
Arrival in Quito.
