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Rafting (Tena)

Posted in adventure, biological diversity, ecotourism, nature, tourist sites with tags , on July 21, 2008 by edmoli879
Tena, destination to the world of fast rivers and virgin forest
The adventure Southern Napo is a place conducive to sports releasing adrenaline throughout the body. Its rivers offer all grades of difficulty to go rafting and kayaking. Since flows until smooth and crystal furious fast that experts describe as grade IV +, which means it is reserved only for professionals in these sports. The declines in the rivers besides the vertigo offer an opportunity to admire the scenery as waterfalls hidden unusual for travelers. For those who prefer another element such as air, it is also an ideal area. At 100 meters above the treetops, the plain Amazon shows all its splendor in a succession of infinite shades of green. Below are herons, hawks and vultures or poultry litter. The other option, which combines the skills of the climbers in handling ropes and the audacity of explorers, is exploring the caves that abound in the sector. In this sport known as caving.
Several options tourism operators from turs Tena offer rafting and kayaking for a full school day until four or five days. The price includes the rental of all equipment, snacks and instruction guide.
What to bring agencies provide all the equipment for these sports. Use light clothes as trousers and shirt bathing. It is imperative to provide him with a helmet because the river can be hit with rocks if it bends.
The area of Tena
30 – The Parco Amazonian “The Island” in downtown Tena with examples of local fauna and flora. 33 – Rio Anzu is a Class II river for kayaking. 34 to 8 km from Port Misahualli is the cascade of cans along the slide of natural limestone. 35 to 7 km from Port Misahualli is Bookshop Pinzon, a formation of limestone that simulate shelves of books. 36 – Port Misahualli, a picturesque village in the union and Misahualli River Napo River. In the square and monkeys roam the beach. The beach Misahualli is a well-known destination. 37 – E Butterfly Garden in Puerto Misahualli offers examples of exotic butterflies. 38 to 2 km from Port Misahualli is the suspension bridge that crosses Rio de Pununo Misahualli. 39 – A lookout on the hill Rumiurco, stood at 140 h. From the protected reserve hotel Misahualli, offers a view of the area. 40 to 4 km from Port Misahualli is La Mina with sources of mineral water. The place attracts butterflies and birds of various species. 41 – Take a canoe to a natural viewpoint Muyuna, where enjoy a beautiful view of Puerto Misahualli and Napo River. 42 – The Basque ecological reserve offers 100 h. of pristine rainforest with a complex of trails and huts. For the tour by Jonah Basque question to the hotel “Marena.” 43 – The community of St. Victor which makes necklaces of different seeds. 44 – Puca Chicta is a small native community on the shore of Napo River. 45 – Locations of the founding Jatun Sacha. 46 – The Resort Sinchi Runa of the union of Rio and Rio Puni Arajuno. It can be accessed from Puerto Misahualli following a trail of the jungle (3 to 4 hours of walking) in a canoe or motor. Here you can see wild animals in several medium-free conditions. It is one of the major tourist destinations.

Shishink Cascades

Posted in adventure, biological diversity, ecotourism, nature, tourism, tourist sites, travels with tags on July 21, 2008 by edmoli879

Contact:

Doris Armendariz
General Manager
Shishink
Puerto Quito, km. 149 via Calacali La Independencia, Noroccidente de Pichincha, Ecuador
Tel: +593-2/224-5128
Fax: +593-2/224-3693

reservas@shishink.ec
www.shishink.ec

Certified by:

SmartVoyager, Ecuador (2007)

Type of accommodation:

Bed & breakfast, lodge, inn
Campsite

Features:

Conference rooms
Hot water
Laundry facilities
Private bathroom
Restaurant
Telephone
Wheelchair accessible

Other:
Natural pools near the waterfalls.
Television is available in the restaurant.

Number of rooms: 16 rooms with 1 to 5 beds. Total capacity is 70 people.

Year founded: 2000

Number of employees: 12

Percent of employees who are local residents: 99 %

Type of destination:

Farm, ranch (rural)
Forest/rainforest
River, lake, wetland

Able to accommodate:

Families
Handicapped
Seniors
Singles
Singles with children
Volunteers (to work in your establishment)

Description of the area:

Cascadas de Shishink has three waterfalls (Azul, Uwishint and Yage). There is also an area of primary moist forest or nuncuy, with trails lined with flowers and exotic fruit trees and high plant and animal diversity.

The “leaders’ trail” is a training campus for private and public businesses, nationals and foreigners that provides training at all levels.

Shishink offers adventure sports such as rappelling, rafting, tubing and more.

Available activities:

Adventure, sports
Biking
Bird watching
Canopy exploration
Eco / nature / wildlife
Educational, research, volunteering
Horseback riding
Mountain climbing
River rafting
Spiritual / religious
Tours
Visits to conservation projects
Walking / hiking
Wellness, health, spa

How to get there:

We are about 93 miles (149 km) from the international airport in Quito (2.5 hours). You can ride the bus that passes by northwest Pichincha or come in private vehicle; the last 3 miles (5 km) of the highway are graveled but well-maintained.

Making a difference:

We work together with the community on medical campaigns, offer training workshops on conservation of the flora and fauna and preventing indiscriminate tree cutting. We also work to control solid and liquid wastes.

General rates:

Prices per person.

High season (May to September, and December):

  • Single occupancy: US$35
  • Double occupancy: US$30 Low season (the rest of the year):
  • Single occupancy: US$30
  • Double occupancy: US$25 Date this information was provided: January, 2007.