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Business hours: 8.30 AM-6 PM (GMT-5)
First
Class - Sacha Lodge
Sacha
Lodge
Sacha Lodge is located in the heart of the
Amazon, Sacha is strategically situated beside
a tranquil oxbow lake, Pilchicocha. The lodge
was carefully designed to be comfortable for
travelers yet preserve the flavor of the jungle.
Sacha Lodge's guests will be divided into
small groups, each of which will be led by
a native guide with expert knowledge of the
rainforest's medicinal and other useful plants,
and a bilingual naturalist guide educated
in the biology and ecology of the area.
Activities
are spread out over a wide area and allow visitors
to explore several distinct but equally fascinating
habitats. For adventurous souls, the day does
not necessarily end with dinner. Night walks and
canoe trips, with the aid of flashlights, often
reveal creatures seldom seen during daylight.
Caimans (of the alligator family) and giant insects
rule the jungle after sunset.
The lodging at Sacha was carefully designed to
offer comfort to the traveler yet preserve the
environment and rainforest ambience. Each of our
10 double cabins, with high thatched roofs and
private shaded terraces, is constructed with traditional
materials and nestles well concealed in the lush
surroundings. is possible.
Sacha
Lodge - Cabin
Sacha
Lodge - Entrance
Features
Staff: We take pride in our friendly staff,
who are always available to cater any special
needs you may have. On average, there are three
staff members on duty for every two guests at
the lodge.
Electricity: Throughout the Lodge, 24-hour
electricity is provided by a distant, nearly inaudible
generator.
Drinking water: All the drinking water
provided at Sacha (including ice) comes from a
local well and is purified with both porcelain
filters and ozone treatment, the most thorough
purifying systems available. This water is tested
regularly and has proven perfectly safe for human
consumption. If you prefer, however, you may purchase
bottled water from the bar.
Amenities: In your shower you will find
dispensers of biodegradable soap and shampoo.
Although all runoff water is treated with ozone,
we recommend the use of these amenities as an
extra measure to protect the environment. You
will also be provided with fresh towels each day.
Laundry: Sacha Lodge now provides laundry
service (washing and drying) for our guests. Please
consult costs with our lodge administrator.
Boots and ponchos: Rubber boots and rain
ponchos are available for all of our guests at
the Lodge, free of charge!
Communications: In case of emergency, both
cellular telephone (BellSouth) and radio communications
are available from the lodge. In addition, each
of our guides maintains permanent radio contact
with the lodge during all excursions and activities.
First Aid: We keep a complete first aid
kit for any minor injuries or ailments you may
experience. However, please take any special medications
you might need with you. In case of a serious
injury or illness, there is a modern medical center
located in 20-minute reach of Sacha Lodge.
Security: At all times we have five staff
members on duty patrolling of our reserve as park
rangers to keep both the lodge and the surrounding
environment safe.
Bar: Drinks are not included in your package,
and may be paid on the last night of your stay
in cash (U.S. dollars), travelers checks or credit
card (Visa, MasterCard or American Express). There
is no minimum charge for credit card payments
Sacha
Lodge - Dinning room
Sacha
Lodge - Excursions
Prices
2008:
Number
of days
Accommodation
Airfare
Quito - Coca - Quito
Double
/ Triple
Single
4 days:
US$690
US$1035
US$120
5 days:
US$870
US$1305
US$120
Children under 12: 30% DISCOUNT ON HOTEL PRICES
50% DISCOUNT ON AIRFARE
Included:
Accommodations, all meals, aquatic transportation, excursions with native and bilingual guides.