Perched on the lush banks of the magnificent Rio Arajuno, this Eco-friendly jungle lodge offers five star comfort in a paradisiacal rainforest setting. This all inclusive package allows the visitor a unique glimpse into sustainable and community supportive jungle living while experiencing the region's amazing bio-diversity and natural beauty.
Owner, Tom Larson has lived for over 18 years in Ecuador, playing an active part in environmental and community based projects. Using this acquired knowledge, in 2001, he set to work on realizing his dream in creating Arajuno Jungle Lodge. The lodge has been an ongoing project and now boasts two luxurious cabins, a sociable dining lodge and a beautiful two storey house set amid 88 hectares of spectacular primary and secondary rainforest.
Practising organic farming methods, many of the homegrown fruits and vegetables are used in the preparation of the delicious, healthy meals and also in the feeding of the animal residents. There is also a series of ponds where Cachama fish, turtles and caiman can be spotted.
For a chance to experience the beauty of the Ecuadorian rainforest and support responsible tourism, Arajuno Jungle Lodge is a great project and a fantastic destination.
Arajuno Jungle Lodge
The Lodge
Set on the banks of the Arajuno River, the lodge is made up of three beautiful wooden cabins with hot-water ensuite bathrooms sleeping up to six people per cabin. Beautifully designed and with typical thatched rooves, the rooms are comfortable and include insect-proof netting, solar-powered lighting and biodegradable soaps and shampoos.
Camping and outdoor facilities are also available for larger groups.
There are some excellent social areas which make the most of the picturesque surroundings including the spacious and comfortable dining lodge, a viewing tower, a hammock shelter and several outdoor seating areas overlooking the river.
Camping and outdoor facilities are also available for larger groups.
There are some excellent social areas which make the most of the picturesque surroundings including the spacious and comfortable dining lodge, a viewing tower, a hammock shelter and several outdoor seating areas overlooking the river.
The Meals
Many of the ingredients used in the meals are organic and home-grown while others are purchased within the local community. The dishes are prepared on site and are a delicious mix of local recipes and international cuisine. All meals are included in the packages and are filling, healthy and tasty meals.
The Activities
The activities offered, of course depend on the complete package selected. Most involve experiencing the areas natural features or sharing in the local culture.
Packages include:
-Visiting a local Shaman to learn about the native beliefs and practices. (optional for an extra $50 per person)
-Trekking in the pristine primary forest.
-Floating on the Rio Arajuno in typical dugout canoes or the less typical kayaks and rafts!
-Making your own ceramics by traditional methods.
-Learning about the medicinal properties of the native plants which grow around the lodge.
- Visit Amazoonica, a rehabilitation centre for native Amazon species.
Packages include:
-Visiting a local Shaman to learn about the native beliefs and practices. (optional for an extra $50 per person)
-Trekking in the pristine primary forest.
-Floating on the Rio Arajuno in typical dugout canoes or the less typical kayaks and rafts!
-Making your own ceramics by traditional methods.
-Learning about the medicinal properties of the native plants which grow around the lodge.
- Visit Amazoonica, a rehabilitation centre for native Amazon species.
The Packages
Although the packages are a little more expensive than the average backpacker tour, the prices include all activities, meals, transport, guiding and accommodation.
4 Days/3 Nights - $250
3 Days/2 Nights - $215
Prices exclude the 12% sales tax.
For each additional day, please add $17 for accommodation in cabins or $7 for camping as well as $8 per person per meal.
The above are complete jungle packages for a taste of the areas highlights. There are also specialist tours available such as Ornithology tours starting at $330 for 4 days/3 nights and excursions which combine white-water rafting with jungle trekking. For rafting packages, please add $65 to the 4 day tour or $75 for the 3 day tour.
An economic package is also available for $110 per person (3 days/2 nights) For details of this package, please contact the lodge direct.
4 Days/3 Nights - $250
3 Days/2 Nights - $215
Prices exclude the 12% sales tax.
For each additional day, please add $17 for accommodation in cabins or $7 for camping as well as $8 per person per meal.
The above are complete jungle packages for a taste of the areas highlights. There are also specialist tours available such as Ornithology tours starting at $330 for 4 days/3 nights and excursions which combine white-water rafting with jungle trekking. For rafting packages, please add $65 to the 4 day tour or $75 for the 3 day tour.
An economic package is also available for $110 per person (3 days/2 nights) For details of this package, please contact the lodge direct.
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How 2 get there...
Arajuno Jungle Lodge is easily accessible by public transport from Tena. Take a local bus from the front side of the terminal on the main street. When you buy your ticket, tell them you want to get off at the bridge crossing over the Arajuno river.At the bridge, Tom will meet you and you will then take a motorised canoe upstream for 10 minutes to the lodge.
Contact Info...
Amazon Basin
Tena
Tena
WWW
www.hosteltrail.com/arajunojunglelodge
www.arajuno.com
www.arajuno.com
08 8268 2287
