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    Sacha Amazon Lodge: Yasuni’s Hidden Wonders & Canopy Bridge

    Possible +500 Birds – including Agami Heron, White-throated Toucan, Paradise Tanager, Hoatzin, Harpy Eagle and others.
    Canopy Bridge – one of a kind bridge in South America above amazon tree tops to observe diverse wildlife and birds.
    Biodiversity Hotspot – Explore the incredibly diverse wildlife in Yasuni National Park like Giant Otters, Red-Howler Monkey, Golden-mantled Tamarin, Three-toed Sloth, Brown-headed Spider Monkey and others.
    Paddle Canoe Excursions – Birding in Sacha Lagoon and adjacent river creeks guided by top birding guides
    Observation Towers – three observation towers located in different parts of the reserve
    Other Activities – Lake Pool, Butterfly Farm and Night Excursions
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    Contact Information

    Barrio Andrango, Quito, Ecuador
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    +593 99 373 2879

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    Sacha Amazon Lodge Birding Tour

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    1. Flight Quito-Coca Included. Transfer by motorboat to Sacha Lodge.

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    2. Canopy Birding Bridge & Paddle Canoe
    3. Observation Towers & Paddle Canoe
    4. Transfer to Coca. Flight to Quito Included.
    5. Transfer Out to the Airport

    Itinerary

    Our Sacha Lodge Birding Packages offers all-inclusive deep jungle excursions on its 5,000 acres of private reserve in the ecuadorian amazon with more than 500 possible bird species to observe. You will also observe wildlife in its natural habitat and exclusive attractions like Canopy Bridge Walkway, Canopy Crane, Kapok Tower, Lake Pool and Butterfly House. Our Birding and Local Native Guides will teach you about the rainforest ecosystems and all the possible hides for birding specialties.
    After a rewarding 30-minute flight over the eastern Andean mountain range to reach the city of Puerto Francisco Orellana "El Coca," our transfer will take you to Coca Dock to start your journey to the amazon. Here, you will have the opportunity to take a break, use the restrooms and enjoy a refreshing drink. Continue by Motorcanoe for 2-hours along Napo River towards the welcome area of Sacha Lodge. At this location, you will switch to a paddle canoe to go birding in the serene waters of Sacha Creeks.
    Upon arriving in the afternoon to Sacha Lodge, we will be greeted with an impressive view of the the lagoon. Welcome Drink and Lunch, followed by a brief talk from your guide and plan the activities for the next days. Night walk and excursion for insects, amphibians and reptiles or Night Caiman Spotting from the canoe.
    Targets: Greater Ani, Smooth billed Ani, Limpkin, Hoatzin, Anhinga, Rufescent-Tiger Heron, Snowy Egret, Cocoi Heron, Snail Kite, Cream-coloured Woodpecker, Crested Owl, Speckled Chachalaca, Blue-throated Piping Guan, Squirrel Cuckoo, Green-backed Trogon, Amazonian Trogon, Green and Rufous Kingfisher, Gilded Barbet, Channel-billed Toucan, Cinnamon Attila, Wattled Jacana, Striated Heron, Common Potoo, Crested Oropendola and others.
    Meals: Lunch and Welcome Dinner
    Overnight Sacha Lodge, Standard Double Cabins
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    Hoatzins
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    Sacha Lodge Restaurant
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    Cream-coloured Woodpecker
    Early morning, we’ll set off through the amazon forest to Sacha Canopy Suspended Bridge that is 300 meters long and 36 meters tall for spectacular sighting of the Amazon Basin and Birding Specialties like Toucans, Aracaris, Tanagers, Hawks and Wildlife.
    In the afternoon its possible to explore Lagartococha Lagoon and the several creeks of the flooded reserve for other specialties. Continue to Canopy Crane or Danta Observation Tower for more birding from above the treetops. At night excursion for Reptiles, Amphibians and Caiman Spotting.
    Targets: Blue-headed Parrot, Mealy Amazon, Yellow-crowned Amazon, Dusky-headed Parakeet, White-eyed Parakeet, Blue and Yellow Macaw, Scarlet Macaw, Orange-cheeked Parrot, Maroon-tailed Parakeet, Chestnut-fronted Macaw, Red-bellied Macaw, Black-headed Parrot, Cobalt-winged Parakeet, Crimson-crested Woodpecker, Amazonian Umbrellabird, Lettered Aracari, Many-banded Aracari, Scarlet Tanager, Plum-throated Cotinga, Yellow-tufted Woodpecker, Rufous-headed Woodpecker, Spot-breasted Woodpecker, Giant Otters, Red-Howler Monkey, Brown-headed Spider Monkey, Squirrel Monkey and others.
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
    Overnight Sacha Lodge, Standard Double Cabins
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    Green and Gold Tanager
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    Three-toe Sloth
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    Giant Otters
    We begin the morning with a short paddle canoe towards Napo River to embark in a 20 minute motorcanoe towards the Yasuni Parrot Clay Lick for possible 5 species of Parrots. Continue to Macaw Tree or Observation Towe for great opportunities to observe macaws, hawks, sloths, monkeys, and kites.
    Afterwards, continue exploring the main trails of the reserve, where the flooded river forest is home to manakins, antbirds, woodcreepers, and woodpeckers. In the afternoon, paddle through the creeks and return to the lodge. Night observation of Black Caimans, Agami Heron, Nocturnal Owls and others.
    Targets: King Vulture, Wire-tailed Manakin, Dward Tyrant-Manakin, Golden-headed Manakin, Blue-crowned Manakin, Purplish Jacamar, Great Jacamar, White-throated Toucan, Amazonian Motmot, Sooty Antbird, Moustached Antwren, Peruvian-warbling Antbird, Black-necked Red-Cotinga, Bare-necked Fruitcrow, Yellow-rumped Cacique and others.
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
    Overnight Sacha Lodge, Standard Double Cabin
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    On your final day, enjoy one last scenic canoe ride along the Napo River with great opportunities to spot Giant Otters, Hoatzins, and other Amazon wildlife. You'll return to Coca City for your included flight back to Quito. Upon arrival, you'll be picked up at the airport and transferred privately to our Jimenita Lodge, just 15 minutes away. Leisure afternoon exploring the trails of our birding reserve, visiting the hummingbird feeders and observation deck, or simply unwinding in one of our comfortable chairs while observing the sunset in the Andes.
    Targets: Western Emerald, White-bellied Woodstar, Black-tailed trainbearer, Blue and Grey Tanager, Blue and Yellow Tanager, Crimson-mantled Woodpecker, Sword-billed Hummingbird, Giant Hummingbird, Golden Grossbeak and others.
    Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
    FREE NIGHT: Overnight Jimenita Birding Lodge, King Room with Chimney
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    Dusky-headed Parakeet
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    Rufous-headed Woodpecker
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    Noisy-night Monkey
    24/7 Transfer Out to the Airport after having a delicious breakfast in our Jimenita Restaurant. In case you have an early flight we will arrange a Boxed Breakfast. Thanks for choosing Ecuador Birds Tours.
    Meals: Breakfast
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    Sacha Luxury Amazon Lodge

    You will overnight either in King or Double Standard Cabins
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    Testimonials

    BRILLIANT BIRDING!

    2025
    Australia

    We enjoyed a wonderful three week trip to Ecuador, experiencing over 500 species as we travelled from Quito to the Mindo area and then east through a variety of elevations and forests until seeing the Napo river region of the Amazon. Fantastic birds and Harpy Eagle! An awesome enthusiastic and knowledgeable guides, Miguel, Carlos, and Marcelo. Looking forward already to return to enjoy great birding. The lodges were all excellent and great food.” Ken.

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    An extraordinary memorable experience

    2025
    Australia

    I participated in a 3 week experience organized with Diego and Ecuador Birding Tours. The trip was well planned and I loved the Condor lookout where there have identified 48 perching sites and we counted six birds flying. I liked how they partnered with other local residents to see their hummingbirds and ant wrens, toucons etc and the choice of hotels was first class. Diego is committed to reforestation and protecting the environment. It was a memorable trip thanks to Diego and Birding Ecuador” Diane.

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    Andean Cock of the Rock Tour

    2025
    EEUU

    Fantastic day trip on the Cock-of-the-Rock tour. Saw lots of birds, including the cock-of-the-rock lek, multiple antpitta species, and quetzals. Guide was extremely knowledgeable and helpful, and the included meals were delicious.” Stuart Masson.

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    Wonderful birding trip! 204 bird species photographed in 7 days!!

    2025
    EEUU

    “Such a great experience. Our personal guide loves his work and was very resourceful at getting us and the birds together. He has 20+ years experience. Plus – he’s a knowledgeable photographer and knows about lighting, angles, and other necessary details! Diego went above and beyond what was required. Thank you Diego and Ecuadorbirdstours.com!” Bobby and family.

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    Amazing Hummingbird Tour

    2025
    EEUU

    Amazing trip set up by Diego, I did four days of “Hummingbirding” and saw 38 species of hummers. The food was delicious with good sized portions at the lodges and at the restaurants we stopped at for lunch along the way. Overall a great experience with Ecuador Birds tours and I’m already booking my next trip to return only 7 weeks after I left Ecuador on the first trip. I highly recommend Ecuador Birds Tours! Thank you Diego and Miguel!! Chris Drakis.

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    Tour Inclusions

    Welcome Drink
    24/7 Private Airport Transfers Airport-Hotel-Airport
    Excellent Accommodations in Standard Double Cabins
    Entrance Fees to Reserves, Hides, Feeders, Observation Towers
    Delicious and Healthy Meals as described in itinerary
    Private English-speaking Birding Guide
    Private Canoe in all activities within the lodge
    Roundtrip Local Flights Quito-Coca-Quito
    Ebird Online Birding Report
    Quality Services
    Personal Expenses
    Soft and Alcoholic Drinks
    Other Entrance Fees or Services, Macaw Tree $10.00 per person
    Tips
    Paddle Canoe
    Suspended Canopy Bridge
    Kapok Tower, Danta Observation Tower, Canopy Crane
    Lake Pool
    Butterfly House
    Piranha Fishing
    Yasuni Parrots Clay Lick
    Terra-firme Forest Trails
    Giant Otter Observation
    Night Excursions

    Trip Reports

    2025
    Birding Report Ecuador: 15 Days Andes, West, East Report - 485 Birds!
    2025
    Birding Report Ecuador: 23 Days Andes, West, East Report - 544 Birds!
    2025
    Birding Report Ecuador: 17 Days Andes, West, East Report - 395 Birds!
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