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KAPAWI
RAINFOREST
EXPLORATIONS
Visit:
Amazon Rainforest
04, 05 & 08 day programs |
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USEFUL INFORMATION
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WHAT IS INCLUDED: * |
- Transfer from the airport to lodge and back
- Accommodations in the lodge
- Guided excursions in the rain forest
- Visits to Achuar
communities
- Trips in motorized canoes or excursions on
inflatable kayaks or rafts
- Bird watching activities and
lectures
- Meals as indicated - B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner |
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WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED: * |
- Any type of airfare - See rates for airfare Quito - Kapawi - Quito
- Achuar Community fee US $10.00 per person
- Any National or International taxes
- Soft drinks
- Alcoholic beverages
- Personal purchases
- Any personal
expenses and any items not specifically mentioned as included in the
program
- Travel insurance
- Tips to porters, guides |
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WHAT TO BRING: * |
NOTE: Since
we will use a small aircraft to fly to Kapawi, it is imperative
to limit your luggage to a basic minimum as listed below.
We recommend backpacks instead of suitcases. Maximum
weight allowed is 25 pounds per person.
Luggage
- 1 large backpack or 1 duffle bag
- 1 small daypack
Clothing
- lightweight long pants; quick drying material preferred;
avoid jeans
- long sleeved cotton shirts
- 2 or 3 short sleeved cotton t-shirts
- 1 pair of cotton hiking socks for each day in the rainforest
- underwear (avoid synthetics)
- pair of shorts
- light wind breaker
- sweater or fleece jacket
- brimmed hat (suitable for both sun and rain)
- water-proof poncho (available at the lodge without cost)
- bathing suit
Footwear
- pair of comfortable walking shoes
- pair of sandals
- pair of rubber boots (available in most sizes at the lodge;
the minimum size is women’s 4 (34), not available for children
or in sizes larger than men’s 13 (45); for smaller or larger
sizes, we recommend that you buy them in your home country
as they can be very difficult to find anywhere in Ecuador)
Equipment
- Eye glasses/contact lenses (extra pair, if possible)
- Sunglasses with a strap
- Sun block lotion (SPF 30 or 45 is recommended)
- Insect repellent
- Personal first aid kit
- Anti-malaria pills
- Personal hygiene products
- Bright flashlight (headlamp models recommended)
- Alkaline batteries
- Self-sealing plastic bags
- Reading material (also available at the lodge)
- Small notebook and pen or pencil
- Sewing kit
- Water bottle
- Dry bag for camera equipment
Camera and Binoculars
- We recommend high-speed films or fine grain. Avoid bulky
tripods. Binoculars are an essential item, even if you are
not a birdwatcher. The best ones are the waterproof models
with high light transmission. An excellent size: 10 x 42 |
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TRAVEL CHECKLIST:
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- Passport (check with the Ecuadorian Consulate in your country for
visa requirements)
- ATM card or Travelers checks (ATM cards with the Honor symbol are
accepted in most major cities)
- Leave our phone and contact information with family and friends in
case of an emergency |
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Information listed above is meant to be a sample for what you should
bring and take along on a trip like this. In no way do we pretend
these lists to be complete and it should only be used as a
guideline. Individual needs and customs vary greatly and you should
do your homework when it comes to finalizing your trip.
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