sacha lodge
Accomodations
The lodging at Sacha was carefully designed
to offer comfort to the traveler yet preserve the environment
and rainforest ambience. All of our cabins, with high thatched
roofs and private shaded terraces, are constructed with traditional
materials and nestle well concealed into the lush surroundings.
Each of 26 the rooms, which include single, double and (upon
request) triple accommodations, provides a private bathroom
with flushing toilet and hot shower. All cabins are screened
against insects, and contain ceiling fans above two comfortable
double beds. During free time, visitors may overlook the jungle
from hammocks and often report seeing wild fauna such as toucans,
agoutis and monkeys right from their own cabin!
Guests may also enjoy a raised lookout above our main bar
and lounge, which offers a scenic view of Pilchicocha Lake
and excellent opportunities to birdwatch.
Activities
A typical day at Sacha begins at sunrise
or earlier, in order to take advantage of the cool morning
hours when the rainforest's animals are most active. Each
group may decide on its own wake-up and breakfast time, as
well as the difficulty and duration of their morning outings.
In the afternoon, visits begin at around 3:00 and often continue
into the evening, when the nocturnal insect and frog chorus
begins.
Wherever the destination, our excursions proceed slowly in
order to appreciate the fascinating details that our guides
point out around you.
Activities are spread out over a wide area and allow visitors
to explore several distinct but equally fascinating habitats.
Several trails lead through pristine terra firme forest, where
150 foot kapok trees tower above and roots form huge buttresses
to give trees support. Others follow strategically raised
boardwalks in seasonally flooded forests, where walking on
the ground would be nearly impossible during most of the year
due to groundwater. One trail many choose to follow even leads
across fallen tree trunks and a steel cable zip-line through
rich swampland!
A favorite activity of our guests is to paddle dugout canoes
along tannin-rich black-water creeks and lakes, where luxuriant
lianas, orchids, bromeliads and palm trees thrive. And wherever
an outing may lead the possibilities of spotting animals,
from the tiny pygmy marmoset to the feared ocelot or puma,
are endless.
During free time at the lodge, swimming and piranha fishing
are also activities not to be missed… but don't worry!
Piranhas are scavengers and the guides will prove that swimming
is perfectly safe.
For adventurous souls, the day does not necessarily end with
dinner. Night walks and canoe trips, with the aid of flashlights,
often reveal creatures seldom seen during daylight. Caimans
(of the alligator family) and giant insects rule the jungle
after sunset… Do you dare search for them?
la casa del suizo
Accomodations
We have 75 private rooms and a capacity for 180 guests. We provide matrimonial rooms, double rooms, triple rooms, and also quadruple rooms for families. For guests who really seek luxury, we have a suite with complete amenities such as a private Jacuzzi overlooking the beautiful Napo River. All of our rooms at Casa del Suizo have hot and cold water, fans, electricity 24 hours a day, and a private balcony with hammock for those all important moments of relaxation.
Tours
All of our programs are “all inclusive”. Lodging, food, excursions with native guides into the primary and secondary forests and river activities are all part of the package tour for Casa del Suizo.
The ideal program at our hotel is 3 nights. This allows you to take maximum advantage of all the activities we will have prepared for you at the hotel.
We also offer a program of 2 nights. This program is ideal for Ecuadorian families who may have only the weekend to travel and also during Ecuadorian holidays.
For those people who wish to get more than just a glimpse of the jungle, we offer programs of 5 nights or more. Ideal for large groups of tourists who wish to experience all that La Casa del Suizo has to offer, we recommend that you stay a few days.
