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The 10 Best Cultural Tours in Napo Province, Ecuador
Napo (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈnapo]) is a province in Ecuador. Its capital is Tena. The province contains the Napo River. The province is low developed without much industrial presence. The thick rainforest is home to many natives that remain isolated by preference, descendants of those who fled the Spanish invasion in the Andes, and the Incas years before. In 2000, the province was the sole remaining majority-indigenous province of Ecuador, with 56.3% of the province either claiming indigenous identity or speaking an indigenous language.
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1. Quito City Tour and Papallacta Hot Springs
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This one day cultural and relaxing Papallacta hot springs and Quito city tour takes you to the highlights of the historical centre of Quito, the capital of Ecuador and to the beautiful Papallacta hot springs. This is the perfect combination for the traveler without much time. Quito is listed on the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage archive. It was founded in the 16th century on the ruins of an Inca civilization (Tahuantinsuyo) and stands at an altitude of 2,800 m. Papallacta is a small Ecuadorian highlands village located at the Andes mountain range (east side) and about 1.5 hours away from Quito. Papallacta is known for its famous hot springs. The source temperature of the thermal baths varies between 30°C and 70°C (86°F and 158°F).
Inclusions: Professional driver/guide (English speaking), Transportation from and to Quito’s hotel (urban zone), Meals as described in the itinerary (local lunch x1 and hot chocolate x1), Activities as described in the itinerary, Locker at Papallacta hot springs, 24/7 assistance in Dutch, English and Spanish
Exclusions: Extra drinks and food, Optional tips for guide
Reviewed By mbennaton
We (my husband and I ) had an amazing time in the Galapagos Islands! We did this trip at the end of October 2020 after the stressful lockdown covid months, so we were looking forward to unwind and visit for the first time the enchanted islands as our vacation. The tours designed by Rebecca Adventure were perfect and customized to our taste and needs. We visited Santa Cruz and Isabela and it was perfect because there weren't many tourists at the time due to the pandemic. We were truly impressed with all the activities, the wildlife and the services provided by our tour guides. We got to see most of the land and marine fauna that we expected, including hammerhead sharks. It was without a doubt one of the most memorable trips of our lives. We highly recommend Rebecca Adventure as your tour agency for the Galapagos and Ecuador. Biosecurity measures were very well respected on the islands, so its safe to travel! If you're looking to come to Ecuador and the Galapagos this is the time, still less tourists, the wildlife is truly impressive and besides life is short, take risks and ENJOY IT!
2. Ecuador Hot & Cold On Bike
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
What if you are told that you could be in complete different worlds in a matter of hours?, In sceneries that could take you from a lake inside of the crater of a Volcano, to be quite deep in the Amazon basin, to explore the country’s most beautiful waterfalls and be able to interact with all nature around you. Pretty astonishing right? Be prepared for this 5 day tour that will take you through different landscapes and keep your adrenaline at an all time high. Making you experience all the diversity and beauty that Ecuador has to offer. This route will start at the capital at 2500 m.a.m.s.l. (8300 f.a.s.l.) to 3914 m.a.m.s.l. (12800 f.a.s.l.) at the top of the Quilotoa crater, and then descending to 450 m.a.m.s.l. (1470 f.a.s.l.) in the amazon basin. Hence the name for this motorcycle adventure.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Use of bicycle
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By ronymini
Sleipner 6 day Ecuador Solo tour. Approximately 6 hours ride/day. David has been fantastic. From helping to chose the correct bike to planning the route and booking awesome hotels. What a treat. Bring your gear and David will arrange everything else. Savings on hotels via Sleipner also. David has been available to alleviate any concerns and anxiety associated with riding in a foreign country. Will definitely recommend Sleipner hands down. ????????
3. 4-Days Private Huaorani Amazon Adventure
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Enjoy this authentic, unique and flexible tour, being away from crowds and discover one of the last ethnic groups contacted by the western world on the 60's!! Huaoranis are probably the most exceptional inhabitants of the jungle, and learn from a very primitive way of living (and thinking...) how to survive in the Amazon Rainforest..! Enjoy its exotic wildlife from a very close range, guided by the best local experts!
Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Private transport, Canoe rides, Certified English speaking guide, Native guides, 3 nights accomodation at Itamandi Lodge or similar (depending on availability), All meals according to itinerary
Exclusions: Accomodation in Quito, Drinks, Extra meals, Huaorani handicrafts, Kichwa handicrafts, Volunteer donations (grilled chicken, fried rice, candies, wáter filters)
Reviewed By JeannePlantation
I had only one afternoon in Quito to sightsee. I contacted Ecuador's Best Tour with late notice by email and Luis replied right away. Luis has a great laid back, no worries attitude and assured me he would take care of everything and pick me up at my hotel. He arrived early to pick me up. I was thrilled to visit the beautiful Church la Compania. Luis was very knowledgeable about the history of the church and architecture. Next we visited a beautiful view of the city with the statue Virgin of El Panecillo. I only had a few hours to visit and Ecuador's Best Tours really helped me make the most of my visit. I highly recommend booking this with this company and you will be lucky if Luis is your guide. His English is extraordinary and he's just a pleasant guide to be around. I have toured many places around the would and I would say Luis was one of the best guides I have encountered. I got some great photos from my visit and hope to return someday. I would certainly use Ecuador's Best Tours again.
4. 3 Days Exploring the Amazon Rainforest | Tour From Quito to Napo, Ecuador
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4.7 based on 3 reviews
JUNGLE PACKAGE ALL-INCLUSIVE | DEPARTURE FROM QUITO Beginning from the moment you arrive at Suchipakari Jungle Lodge, our all-inclusive packages allow you make the most of the Napo River and all the natural joys and adventures it offers. All you have to do is choose how long you want the fun to last! All tours are accompanied by professional native guides. At Suchipakari you are able to design your own Jungle tours day by day. An expert local guide will assist you choosing the excursions according to your wishes and interests. Most itineraries in our Amazon Tours include; hikes in the rain forest, canoe trips, night walks, cascade visits, river tubing, visits to the local communities, animal rescue center. For those who are in search for more adrenaline we offer great adventure activities (An extra charge applies.) Cave tours, rafting, kayaking trips up to level V, an Canyoning Waterfall After your Amazon adventure, come back to enjoy tranquillity at your comfortable lodge.
Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Accommodation in private room with private bathroom & hot shower (DBL / TWIN / TPL / CDPL), Activities according the itinerary., Equipment: life jackets and rubber boots (Max #44), Certified bilingual guide (Spanish / English), Shared Transportation Quito - Tena - Misahuallí - Jungle Reserve - Misahuallí - Tena, GST (Goods and Services Tax), Water / Coffee and/or Tea
Exclusions: Additional meals and drinks (soft & alcoholics), Tips and personal expenses, Extra adventure activities: Rappel: $20 | Rafting: $60 | Bike: $15 (the price is referential), Anything not specified in the program., Shared Transfer from Tena to Quito ($40 per person)
Reviewed By Janiesface
Our tour guide was terrible! He would take us to each activity and then be on his phone the whole time! Hardly interacted with us. I would totally give his name to warn others but he never even introduced himself. The activities were pretty cool, but we didn't do three of them. I feel very ripped off! One of them was due to rain, that's fine. The other things were supposed to happen at the indigenous community and just didn't happen. When we asked our tour guide he acted like he didn't know. That whole part of the tour was not impressive at all, they did not seem enthusiastic to be there. I really wish I could file a compliment about our tour guide, he should not have a job like that! And I hope to get some money back too since we didn't get to do all the activities that was on the itinerary.
5. Ecuadorian Adventure Quito and Andean Tour 6D - 5N
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 1 reviews
We will visit several tourist points, where we will be able to find the biggest tourist attractions of Baños de Agua Santa and its nearby places to visit.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Professional guide, Accomodation in Hotel
Exclusions: Municipal Tax of US$ 2,75 direct payment in the Quito hotel value per night and per room.
Reviewed By SkiDocEdzell
Local guide with good English. Good factual information on main sites of interest. Had driver in private car, which, given the horrendous traffic gridlock and lack of parking in Quito old town, was essential! Felt rushed though, with request for coffee stop after 2 hours, dismissed.
6. Explore the Ecuadorian Jungle 4 Days 3N by the Napo River Starting in Quito
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 1 reviews
JUNGLE PACKAGE ALL-INCLUSIVE | DEPARTURE FROM QUITO Beginning from the moment you arrive at Suchipakari Jungle Lodge, our all-inclusive packages allow you make the most of the Napo River and all the natural joys and adventures it offers. All you have to do is choose how long you want the fun to last! All tours are accompanied by professional native guides. At Suchipakari you are able to design your own Jungle tours day by day. An expert local guide will assist you choosing the excursions according to your wishes and interests. Most itineraries in our Amazon Tours include; hikes in the rain forest, canoe trips, night walks, cascade visits, river tubing, visits to the local communities, animal rescue center. For those who are in search for more adrenaline we offer great adventure activities (An extra charge applies.) Cave tours, rafting, kayaking trips up to level V, an Canyoning Waterfall After your Amazon adventure, come back to enjoy tranquillity at your comfortable lodge.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Accommodation in a private room with private bathroom & hot shower (DBL / TWIN / TPL / CDPL), Activities according the itinerary., Equipment: life jackets and rubber boots (Max #44), Certified bilingual guide (Spanish / English), Hotel amenities., Shared Transportation Quito - Tena - Misahuallí - Jungle Reserve - Misahuallí - Tena, Water / Coffee and/or Tea
Exclusions: Additional meals and drinks (soft & alcoholics), Tips and personal expenses, Extra adventure activities: Rappel: $20 | Rafting: $60 | Bike: $15 (the price is referential), Anything not specified in the program., Shared transportation from Tena to Quito $40 per person.
Reviewed By Janiesface
Our tour guide was terrible! He would take us to each activity and then be on his phone the whole time! Hardly interacted with us. I would totally give his name to warn others but he never even introduced himself. The activities were pretty cool, but we didn't do three of them. I feel very ripped off! One of them was due to rain, that's fine. The other things were supposed to happen at the indigenous community and just didn't happen. When we asked our tour guide he acted like he didn't know. That whole part of the tour was not impressive at all, they did not seem enthusiastic to be there. I really wish I could file a compliment about our tour guide, he should not have a job like that! And I hope to get some money back too since we didn't get to do all the activities that was on the itinerary.
7. 5-Day Tour Quito's Highlights & Surroundings
This 5-day adventure package allows you to explore a great variety of landscapes as well as natural and cultural highlights, which you will be able to observe on this fully guided tour. From the capital Quito, which was one of the first cities declared a UNESCO World Heritage site, you will go to the impressive volcanoes in the Andes, get to see colourful indigenous markets and admire the flora and fauna hided in the amazing cloud Forest just around the city.
Inclusions: Accommodation if option is selected, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Admission fee in Teleferico, Inti Ñan Museum, La Compañía,Termas Spa, hummingbirds, National Parks., Professional certified English - Spanish speaking guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Tips
Reviewed By Bretekiel
We had a great day trip from Quito to Cotopaxi with our guide Daniel. He picked us up from our hotel on time at 8am and drove expertly to Cotopaxi taking a scenery road which allowed us to appreciate the geography of the inter-valley region. The drive took about 1.5 hours. His approach takes you around the volcanoes from all angles. Daniel was truly passionate about Ecuador and very knowledgeable about wildlife and vegetation of the region. He stopped plenty of times for awesome picture opportunities. We hiked from the parking lot (15K ft) to the refuge (16K ft) doing the zig-zag approach and experienced no issues with altitude sickness whatsoever (he stopped by a kiosko where we could buy coca candy and leaves if needed before entering the park). The weather was awful as we ascended, with small hail and dust from the strong winds, but he was patient and set the pace perfectly for us to successfully reach the refuge. We grabbed hot chocolate up in the refuge (2.5 per cup, bring change) and warmed up before going back down. On our way back to Quito, we stopped by an authentic local restaurant around 3pm where we had a soup, a pork dish, and an ice cream. Back to the hotel by 5pm promptly. This is a great experience for a Quito escapade which you should consider if you're looking to do something based off the city.
8. Antisana Volcano Condor Reserve
Explore this natural area located at 9843 feet above sea level, where there is a wide range of flora and faun. Observe the third highest volcano in Ecuador whose peak tops out 16646 feet high. Learn more about the Paramo importance, the Quito's inhabitants depend on this eco-system to survive. Visit the Andean Condor viewpoint to watch the largest flying bird in the world. The Antisana reserve is considered by locals a nice place for watching wildlife on real time. Flash with a camera playful hummingbirds like the Shining Sunbeam among other species own of this habitat. We can see barley plantations and some tourist places on the way. Then, you will see La Mica, a lagoon builting some years ago, as a reservoir used as a source of freshwater supply to Quito´s citizens. 1-hour hike is including in the itinerary in order to observe more about this fantastic place. Your Antisana day trip includes round-trip hotel transport from your centrally Quito hotel.
Inclusions: An English-speaking Certified Naturalist Guide-Chauffeur, Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Exclusions: Travel insurance, Tips
Reviewed By valeriavH3917KD
This day was incredible to look many mountains from the highest part of the visit. The tour guide made the trip a lot of fun. I enjoyed every thing we did. 100% recommended.
9. Ecuadorian Andean Tour 6D - 5N
We will visit several tourist points, where we will be able to find the biggest tourist attractions of Quito and its nearby places to visit.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Professional guide, Accomodation in Hotel
Exclusions: Tickets to places to visit, Municipal Tax of US$ 2,75 direct payment in the Quito hotel value per night and per room.
Reviewed By SkiDocEdzell
Local guide with good English. Good factual information on main sites of interest. Had driver in private car, which, given the horrendous traffic gridlock and lack of parking in Quito old town, was essential! Felt rushed though, with request for coffee stop after 2 hours, dismissed.
10. 9 Day Trip Andes Essences Small Groups from Quito to Guayaquil
This 9 day trip to in the Andes will give you the chance to really get to know the amazing mountains and villages. Our small nation on the equator offers you a great variety of landscapes as well as nature and cultural highlights, which you will be able to observe on this fully guided tour. From the capital Quito, which was one of the first cities declared a UNESCO World Heritage site, you will go to Guayaquil passing through Cuenca to experience the breathtaking Ecuadorian essences. You will visit impressive volcanoes in the Andes and get to see colourful indigenous communities.
Inclusions: 8 nights accommodation in selected hotels, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, National Park fee Cuicocha, Cotopaxi, Quilotoa,, All activities as described in the program, Certified English / Spanish speaking guide guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off hotels in Quito, Fuel surcharge
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Personal expenses, Tips
Reviewed By Bretekiel
We had a great day trip from Quito to Cotopaxi with our guide Daniel. He picked us up from our hotel on time at 8am and drove expertly to Cotopaxi taking a scenery road which allowed us to appreciate the geography of the inter-valley region. The drive took about 1.5 hours. His approach takes you around the volcanoes from all angles. Daniel was truly passionate about Ecuador and very knowledgeable about wildlife and vegetation of the region. He stopped plenty of times for awesome picture opportunities. We hiked from the parking lot (15K ft) to the refuge (16K ft) doing the zig-zag approach and experienced no issues with altitude sickness whatsoever (he stopped by a kiosko where we could buy coca candy and leaves if needed before entering the park). The weather was awful as we ascended, with small hail and dust from the strong winds, but he was patient and set the pace perfectly for us to successfully reach the refuge. We grabbed hot chocolate up in the refuge (2.5 per cup, bring change) and warmed up before going back down. On our way back to Quito, we stopped by an authentic local restaurant around 3pm where we had a soup, a pork dish, and an ice cream. Back to the hotel by 5pm promptly. This is a great experience for a Quito escapade which you should consider if you're looking to do something based off the city.
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