Stop 1 · Morona
Ambusha River
First stop of the day, 5 km from Sinaí: water so clear you can see the fish.
Northern Amazon: crystal-clear rivers, dams and pitahaya
A weekend of fresh water and tropical flavour: the Ambusha River, the dams of Huamboya and Pablo Sexto, and the pitahaya farms of Palora.
A family getaway to the north of the province along the Macas–Puyo road. Day one strings together rivers and crystal-clear river pools: the Ambusha, so transparent you can see the fish; the Kenku viewpoint; and the community dams of Huamboya and Pablo Sexto, perfect for a swim.
Day two reaches Palora, the land of pitahaya (dragon fruit): tour the Tropigold plantation and finish at Amuntai Rainforest Lodge with a full day of rainforest, Shuar culture and agritourism.
Before you go
- Best on a weekend: the Kenku viewpoint opens on Saturdays and Sundays.
- Bring swimwear and sunscreen: almost every stop has water.
- Taste pitahaya straight from the farm.
Stop 2 · Huamboya
Mirador del Kenku Tourist Complex
Viewpoint, pool and lunch; open on Saturdays and Sundays.
Stop 3 · Huamboya
Huamboya Dam
An afternoon swim in the Najembaime River, surrounded by subtropical forest.
Stop 4 · Pablo Sexto
Paul the Sixth Dam
Crystal-clear water from the Tunants River, with steps to sit by the water.
Stop 2 · Palora
Amuntai Rainforest Lodge
A full day of rainforest and Shuar culture, lunch included.
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