Luxury - Hamadryade Lodge

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Hamadryade Lodge

The lodge is an opening within the rainforest; an elegant example of contemporary architecture nested at the heart of an exuberant nature. Our four luxury bungalows with their sumptuous bathrooms will offer a unique chance to fully live this Amazonian experience in this intimate and exclusive lodge. Every night, the sounds of the jungle will accompany your dreams for a perfect night. Each bungalow is a tribute to the mysterious cultures of various Amazonian ethnic groups, a harmonious alliance between tradition and modern design. The French owners will welcome you in this hidden retreat and make sure that your stay will be the highlight of your trip.

 

Features

Valle Hermoso: After a hearty breakfast, visit our neighbors, the Quechua indigenous community of Valle Hermoso in Machacu Yacu. There you will be welcomed by the natives who will show you how they live their everyday life in the jungle, and take you on a walk to one of the family’s residence. Then come back to the Lodge for lunch.

Huaorani Community: We offer you a privileged access to this mysterious ethnic group, hidden deep in the Rainforest. This full day visit includes a lunch on the river side with your guide.

Amazoonico Animal Center: Depart the Lodge in the morning to go on a canoe trip on the Rio Napo and Rio Arajuno towards the animal rescue center Amazoonico, where you can see various animals as the famous tigrillo, different types of monkeys, numerous birds and other wild life. Then visit the traditional Quechua Museum that presents many artifacts and explanations about the Quechua people’s way of life in the Rainforest. Come back for lunch in the village of Misahualli.

Rafting day: You may choose between a class IV, III or II (for families with small children) depending on your desire for wild sensations. This full day of adventure through amazing canyons includes a lunch on the beach.

Sample Itinerary

Day 1: arrival at the lodge: the first glance at the lodge, after climbing a road through the rainforest, will take your breath away. The view over the endless jungle and the rio napo will set the ambiance for your stay. We then welcome you for lunch at the lodge in our panoramic restaurant.

In the afternoon, relax in our ozone treated rain water swimming pool, or walk 800 meters to visit one of the largest butterfly gardens in ecuador. The butterfly garden is an ecoproject we built that aims at repopulating the area with an increasing number of butterflies over various species. The native apprentices that work there will be happy to show you how they care to these insects and help you understand every step of its incredible life. You also have the possibility of enjoying a soothing massage next to the fire in our outdoor typical massage room.

Every night of your stay, savor our chef’s fusion cuisine by the candle, with perhaps a bottle of his selected wine. Then sip a cocktail in the lounge or get some rest for tomorrow’s activity.

Last Day: Sleep in as long as you wish, then after a healthy breakfast and maybe a stop at our fair trade boutique for some souvenirs, get ready for departure. Check out time 10 am.

Jatun Sacha: Take a short ride with your experienced native guide to the entrance of the Jatun Sacha Chichicorumi reserve. Your guide will then take you on a 6 hours walk through the secondary and primary Rainforest and unravel all of its mysteries: medicinal plants, birds, wild animals, amazing insects, colorful frogs and reptiles. Walk through Santa Barbara, an indigenous community set back deep in the jungle. The trek includes a lunch sent with your guide and a canoe trip back to civilization.

Prices 2010:

	Single	Double	Triple
1 NIGHT WITH BREAKFAST AND DINER	US$212,80	US$128,80	US$110,88
3DAYS/2 NIGHTS PACKAGE (2 NIGHTS W/1FULL DAY ACTIVITY)	US$611,52	US$379,68	US$320,32
4DAYS/3 NIGHTS PACKAGE (3 NIGHTS W/2FULL DAY ACTIVITIES)	US$1037,12	US$620,48	US$508,48
5DAYS/4 NIGHTS PACKAGE (4 NIGHTS W/3FULL DAY ACTIVITIES)	US$1384,32	US$827,68	US$691,04
All prices are quoted in US Dollars, per person

Prices 2011:

	Single		Double		Triple
	Suite	Deluxe	Suite	Deluxe	Suite	Deluxe
1 NIGHT WITH BREAKFAST AND DINER	US$220	US$320	US$130	US$180	US$120	US$154
3DAYS/2 NIGHTS PACKAGE (2 NIGHTS W/1FULL DAY ACTIVITY)	US$685	US$885	US$422	US$522	US$356	US$423
4DAYS/3 NIGHTS PACKAGE (3 NIGHTS W/2FULL DAY ACTIVITIES)	US$1148	US$1448	US$683	US$833	US$560	US$660
5DAYS/4 NIGHTS PACKAGE (4 NIGHTS W/3FULL DAY ACTIVITIES)	US$1520	US$1620	US$906	US$1106	US$756	US$890
All prices are quoted in US Dollars, per person

Included in all programs:

• Lunch on arrival
• Lodging
• All meals
• Visit butterflies garden
• Access to the swimming pool
• Activities (Description attached) :
  • Jatun Sacha Biological reserve
  • Kichwa community
  • Huaoranis community
  • Amazoonico / Museo
  • For the rafting, a $35 extra will apply if not booked at the moment the package is booked

Not Included:

• All beverages
• Optional activities
• Massages / spa
• Transfers to/from lodge

Options at an extra cost:

• Night walk: Right after diner, our guide will meet you at the Lodge and take you on a short walk in our Rainforest backyard. The jungle is always a little bit more lively at night.
• Ceibo: Take a walk from the village of Misahualli to see the 6 centuries old three called Papa Pununo.
• Chiripuno Community: Spend the afternoon in the company of these proud Quechuas from the indigenous community of Chiripuno, who will show you traditional dances, offer to have you participate in shamanistic rituals and taste local beverages.
• Las Latas Falls: Follow a marked trail up the mountain to see one of the nicest wonders of the region. Don’t forget to bring your swimming suit!
• Pano Laguna: a pristine water stream emerges from the deep jungle, on its way to the Jatun Yacu river. The natural pools, surrounded by waterfalls and trees growing on rocks, are the perfect place to indulge you to this unique natural experience.
• Massage: You can indulge a perfect Massage in our traditional hut built in the Jungle. Our therapist will welcome you to offer you a perfect experience at the sound of the surrounding jungle. A shamanic ritual is also an ideal opportunity for spiritual cleansing before the massage.