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Cuyabeno National Park is
located in the north east of the country and comprises
655,781 hectares of primary forest , covering the area of
the Cuyabeno river basin, and ranges in altitude from 200
to 280m.
This extensive area of tropical rain forest has become a
refuge for a wide variety of animal and vegetable
species, many of which are in danger of extinction. In
this region there are several zones of Igapo (lakes),
Cananguchales (flooded areas), and terra firma, each with
its own particular vegetation due to the differing
ecological characteristics. Currently there have been
recorded more than 12000 species of plants and trees, 580
species of birds, more than 100 species of mammals,
approximately 250 species of fish, etc. Among the most
typical there are: the manatee, capybara, giant otter,
tapir, freshwater dolphin, anacondas, crocodiles,
piranhas, monkeys, parrots, toucans, hoatzins,
cormorants, herons, etc.
The exuberant beauty of the scenery along the banks of
the rivers which surround the park and its various lakes
and waterways, where you can find the greatest variety of
tropical jungle life, constitutes a tremendous attraction
for those eager to discover the Amazon rain forest. On
this tour you will feel like a real explorer of the
Amazon. The infrastructure is basic, but the organisation
excellent. Accompanied most at the time by a native guide
from the Siona Indian community, with their expert
knowledge of the jungle, and by a bilingual, qualified
naturalist guide, you will be initiated to the jungle and
its mysteries.
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