This World Biosphere Reserve of 9,820 square kilometers
is the ultimate for birders visiting Ecuador with 567 species of birds
already registered here. This makes the park one of the sites with
the greatest diversity of birds on the planet. Eighty percent of the
region is terra firma and much of the park has not been explored due
to the isolated peoples living here, especially in the Waorani Indigenous reserve.
There is easy access from Coca along the Napo to the famous clay
lick of Añangu. Other access areas
to the park include the
Tivacuno,
Tiputini, Yasuni, Shiripuno Tiguino and
Napo Rivers.
Harpy Eagles, Black Hawk-Eagles, Red-and-Green Macaws, Scarlet
Macaws, Blue-and-Yellow Macaws,
many other species of parrots,
jaguar, tapir, 10 species of primates,
caiman, sloths and the
infamous anaconda
are amongst the many other species of wildlife
that inhabit Greater Yasuni. This is the ultimate fantasy for
any
adventurer, naturalist and anthropologist.
This trip is perfect for the adventurous guest with more time who
wishes to explore a variety of ecosystems.
Fauna observation cannot be predicted.
The YNP is a region with intact forests and all the indicator
species located here indicate a healthy and rich forest. It is
recommended that our guests relax and wait and see what the
forest
has to offer during this tour. Weather,
noise and the time of day influence animal
observation.
The Amazon is not a zoo. It is a place of
mystery and intrigue and it is a
privilege for all of us to enter.
To increase our guests’ chances of seeing
wildlife during our tours, we recommend that you
start your activities early each morning. Using
your
ears is just as
important as using your eyes
and it is important to listen to what may be
happening
around you and keep
silent as much as
possible. Nocturnal excursions (canoeing and hiking)
offer
excellent opportunities to see
some
of the more mysterious animals in the forest
offering our client an
excellent opportunity to study
insects, frogs, snakes and of
course
a favorite, the Kinkajous and Night Owl Monkeys.
Fauna
observation cannot be predicted.
The YNP is a region with intact
forests and all the indicator
species located here indicate a healthy and rich forest.
It is recommended that our guests relax and
wait and see what the forest has to offer during this tour. Weather, noise and the
time of day influence animal observation.
The Amazon is not a zoo. It is
a place of mystery and intrigue and it is a privilege for all of us to enter.
Accommodations:
Camping or sleeping in a village (San Isla). Lodge accommodations
with private bath and hot water are available at additional expense.
See also Napo Lodge for more luxurious accommodations located in
Añangu. If you wish to camp along the shores of many of the
important rivers in the area such as the Yasuni, Tiguino, Shiripuno
and Cononaco, this may also be arranged.
Waorani,
Kichwa and 3 non-contacted groups live within the boundaries of this
park.
