Yacuma Protected Amazon Rainforest Reserve
With its 300 hectares (750 acres) of primary Amazon Jungle, Yacuma Protected Rainforest Reserve is located in the upper basin of
the Amazon Jungle on the west shores of the Chontayacu River which sheds its water into the great Napo River, one of the biggest
affluent of the Amazon River . Over 340 bird species live in the vicinity of Yacuma Reserve. A great number of insects, reptiles,
mammals and a fantastic number of plants and tree species are recorded on this beautiful area. In March 2004 this exttraordinary
area was declared a Protected Rainforest Reserve by the Enviroment Ministry of Ecuador (Registro Forestal No. 15-008).
the Amazon Jungle on the west shores of the Chontayacu River which sheds its water into the great Napo River, one of the biggest
affluent of the Amazon River . Over 340 bird species live in the vicinity of Yacuma Reserve. A great number of insects, reptiles,
mammals and a fantastic number of plants and tree species are recorded on this beautiful area. In March 2004 this exttraordinary
area was declared a Protected Rainforest Reserve by the Enviroment Ministry of Ecuador (Registro Forestal No. 15-008).
Where is located?
Yacuma Reserve and Ecolodge is located in the Napo River area in the Ecuadorian Amazon Rainforest. The Yacuma Ecolodge spans 300 hectares (3,000,000 square meters).
With it richness in species and diverse ecosystems, Yacuma Forest Reserve is an extraordinary place for Ecotourists.
How to get to Yacuma Lodge?
By road: Yacuma is accessible by road with a 4 hours drive from Quito, following the route that goes through Papallacta and Baeza towns, until arriving to the city of Tena. From
here the journey continues for about 1:45 h more until San Pedro Village from where our dug-out (travel time 30-45 minutes) canoes will take you to Yacuma Lodge.
By plane (not always available): Flights every week Monday and Friday from Quito to the city of Tena. If you arrive to Tena by plain we will pick up you at the airport and take you to
San Pedro Village and then to Yacuma Lodge.
In the summer period (from December till March) when the water level on the main Napo River is low and the canoes can not cross the sand banks of the river, we will probably
walk through the rain forest for about 1-2 hours while enjoying great scenery and flora.
Weather:
Yacuma is located in the tropical rain forest, which is characterized for heavy rainfalls through the year with precipitations among 3,000 and 4,000 mm3 and humidity between 85
to 95%. From December to March, it has a marked dry season, the rainy weather goes from April till July; and from August to November precipitations are moderated. The
annual temperature ranges over 25 Celsius degrees (77 Fahrenheit).
Yacuma Reserve and Ecolodge is located in the Napo River area in the Ecuadorian Amazon Rainforest. The Yacuma Ecolodge spans 300 hectares (3,000,000 square meters).
With it richness in species and diverse ecosystems, Yacuma Forest Reserve is an extraordinary place for Ecotourists.
How to get to Yacuma Lodge?
By road: Yacuma is accessible by road with a 4 hours drive from Quito, following the route that goes through Papallacta and Baeza towns, until arriving to the city of Tena. From
here the journey continues for about 1:45 h more until San Pedro Village from where our dug-out (travel time 30-45 minutes) canoes will take you to Yacuma Lodge.
By plane (not always available): Flights every week Monday and Friday from Quito to the city of Tena. If you arrive to Tena by plain we will pick up you at the airport and take you to
San Pedro Village and then to Yacuma Lodge.
In the summer period (from December till March) when the water level on the main Napo River is low and the canoes can not cross the sand banks of the river, we will probably
walk through the rain forest for about 1-2 hours while enjoying great scenery and flora.
Weather:
Yacuma is located in the tropical rain forest, which is characterized for heavy rainfalls through the year with precipitations among 3,000 and 4,000 mm3 and humidity between 85
to 95%. From December to March, it has a marked dry season, the rainy weather goes from April till July; and from August to November precipitations are moderated. The
annual temperature ranges over 25 Celsius degrees (77 Fahrenheit).
Area: 750 acres (300 hectares).
Location: Napo Province. Ecuador
Temperature: Average: 25 C (77 F)
Humidity: 85 - 95 %
Year Precipitation: 3000 - 4000 mm3
Location: Napo Province. Ecuador
Temperature: Average: 25 C (77 F)
Humidity: 85 - 95 %
Year Precipitation: 3000 - 4000 mm3
Some Facts about Yacuma
Lodge and its Protected
Rainforest Reserve:
Lodge and its Protected
Rainforest Reserve:
About Us & our Facilities
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Facilities:
The tourist development of Yacuma comprises of the following areas:
• The first one consists in a group of 15 “cabañas” (bungalows) built in the traditional Amazon-style, made from rain forest materials harvested in a sustainable manner and
combined with modern materials which can be easily taken away from the jungle if necessary. All these cabins have 2 rooms, each one with private facilities and 2 comfortable
twin beds with mosquito nets.
• In the second area we find the spacious dinning room, the kitchen and the comfortable reception area.
Yacuma is a nice, charming lodge, an ideal destination that will let you discover the mysteries of the Ecuadorian Amazon Rainforest in a comfortable, relaxed
atmosphere...............
The tourist development of Yacuma comprises of the following areas:
• The first one consists in a group of 15 “cabañas” (bungalows) built in the traditional Amazon-style, made from rain forest materials harvested in a sustainable manner and
combined with modern materials which can be easily taken away from the jungle if necessary. All these cabins have 2 rooms, each one with private facilities and 2 comfortable
twin beds with mosquito nets.
• In the second area we find the spacious dinning room, the kitchen and the comfortable reception area.
- Water is supplied by a nearby spring from where water is pumped into 2 tanks where is treated.
- Yacuma is one of the few lodges in Ecuador which uses SOLAR ENERGY!
Yacuma is a nice, charming lodge, an ideal destination that will let you discover the mysteries of the Ecuadorian Amazon Rainforest in a comfortable, relaxed
atmosphere...............
YACUMA JUNGLE LODGE
YACUMA PROTECTED RAINFOREST RESERVE
YACUMA PROTECTED RAINFOREST RESERVE
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Jungle Lodges in Ecuador: Yacuma Jungle Lodge.
Welcome to Yacuma Lodge, a beautiful place created for those who love the Amazon Jungle. Through these pages we want to share
with you the wonders offered by the Ecuadorian Amazon Rainforest and invite you to enjoy an unforgettable journey.
How was it born?
Yacuma Ecolodge is a joint ecotourism initiative of the rainforest community of Chontayacu and Pamir Travels Group in Ecuador.
The Ecolodge created in 1995, provides employment opportunities through nature-based eco-tourism.
The goal at the outset of the Yacuma project was to create a viable ecotourism lodge that was wholly owned and operated by local
Ecuadorian managers and staff. To accomplish this, Pamir trained villagers in a broad range of activities, including house keeping,
food preparation and tours guiding. Today, 15 families receive regular direct economic benefits from employment and management
of the ecolodge. They also receive indirect benefits from the sale of crafts that are made in a sustainable manner.
Yacuma Ecolodge allows villagers to benefit economically from living in harmony with the forest in many ways. In addition to lodge
management, for instance, villagers work in sustainable agriculture, handicraft activities and sell non-timber forest products.
During their visit to Yacuma Ecolodge, tourists will have the opportunity to discover the Great Napo River and the Yacuma Protected
Forest Reserve through the eyes of the Chontayacu Indigenous community. An experience worthwhile!.
One of the most important projects, developed by the Pamir Group, is the Chontayacu Indigenous Community School. The school
was built with durable materials in order to make the stay of the kids comfortable and enjoyable. Previously they had to canoe on
Napo River for almost 1 hour to get to the nearest school. A dangerous and tiring trip.... Now days we have at the school almost 15
kids from the community and nearby families. The school is provided with comfortable and useful furniture. "The Adventure
Company", a tour operator from England, also contributed positively to the construction of the school. Pamir Group pays for the
school teacher and provides regular medical assistance for the kids and adults of the community. In addition a scholarship was
established for the best student who after finishing the basic school will get a constant economical assistance in order to continue
his/her studies at a high school in the city of Tena. Before this, the jungle kids never had such an opportunity.
Welcome to Yacuma Lodge, a beautiful place created for those who love the Amazon Jungle. Through these pages we want to share
with you the wonders offered by the Ecuadorian Amazon Rainforest and invite you to enjoy an unforgettable journey.
How was it born?
Yacuma Ecolodge is a joint ecotourism initiative of the rainforest community of Chontayacu and Pamir Travels Group in Ecuador.
The Ecolodge created in 1995, provides employment opportunities through nature-based eco-tourism.
The goal at the outset of the Yacuma project was to create a viable ecotourism lodge that was wholly owned and operated by local
Ecuadorian managers and staff. To accomplish this, Pamir trained villagers in a broad range of activities, including house keeping,
food preparation and tours guiding. Today, 15 families receive regular direct economic benefits from employment and management
of the ecolodge. They also receive indirect benefits from the sale of crafts that are made in a sustainable manner.
Yacuma Ecolodge allows villagers to benefit economically from living in harmony with the forest in many ways. In addition to lodge
management, for instance, villagers work in sustainable agriculture, handicraft activities and sell non-timber forest products.
During their visit to Yacuma Ecolodge, tourists will have the opportunity to discover the Great Napo River and the Yacuma Protected
Forest Reserve through the eyes of the Chontayacu Indigenous community. An experience worthwhile!.
One of the most important projects, developed by the Pamir Group, is the Chontayacu Indigenous Community School. The school
was built with durable materials in order to make the stay of the kids comfortable and enjoyable. Previously they had to canoe on
Napo River for almost 1 hour to get to the nearest school. A dangerous and tiring trip.... Now days we have at the school almost 15
kids from the community and nearby families. The school is provided with comfortable and useful furniture. "The Adventure
Company", a tour operator from England, also contributed positively to the construction of the school. Pamir Group pays for the
school teacher and provides regular medical assistance for the kids and adults of the community. In addition a scholarship was
established for the best student who after finishing the basic school will get a constant economical assistance in order to continue
his/her studies at a high school in the city of Tena. Before this, the jungle kids never had such an opportunity.
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