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La Selva Jungle Lodge

A wonderful lodge set at the heart of the rainforest, La Selva offers its guests the chance to discover the fascinating native flora and fauna from comfortable surroundings, in the company of its expert bilingual and native guides. Great for families.

Amazon, Ecuador

Fantastic location at the heart of the rainforest, within the Yasuní Biosphere Reserve and next to the Yasuní National Park
Set in one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth, home to millions of species of plants, animals, birds and insects.
Chance to relax at the spa and enjoy a variety of treatments - perfect after a long hike in the forest
Carefully designed suites permit guests to enjoy the sites and sounds of the forest

Having been completely remodelled in 2012, La Selva offers 18 comfortable suites, carefully set amongst the forest. The Suites have been built with bamboo from sustainable plantations and their open design means guests can enjoy the sounds of the forest when not out exploring.

The Scenic and Superior Suites feature their own private balconies, rainforest showers and panoramic views whilst the Family Suites feature spacious bathrooms, hammocks and a hot tub on the private terrace.

The lodge's restaurant serves a blend of both local and international cuisine, using fresh ingredients wherever possible. Other facilities at the lodge include a spa, an observation tower 20 minutes away and a Butterfly Farm.

The lodge works closely with the local community and tours and excursions are lead by bilingual English-Spanish speaking guides and local native guides. These tours typically can typically include hikes in the forest, canoe rides, night excursions and visits to the parrot clay lick.

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Location

Amazon, Ecuador

La Selva can be found within the Yasuni Biosphere Reserve in the heart of Ecuador's Amazon. The lodge is set on the edge of Heron Lake, just a little way along the Napo River from the town of Coca.

Coca is the nearest airport to La Selva and is a 40-minute flight from Quito. Upon arrival into Coca it is 2 hours by motorised canoe along the River Napo to reach the lodge.

Our Top Tours Featuring This Hotel

Wild Galapagos & Ecuador

Meet the magnificent wildlife of the exotic Amazon rainforest and enchanting Galapagos Islands on this unforgettable trip of wildlife encounters and experiences. From the culture of Quito to the biodiversity of the Yasuni National Park and the ethereal beauty of the Galapagos Islands, the natural beauty, bird, marine and wildlife of the region is hard to beat.

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Day 2 - Anakonda Amazon 3-night/4-day Cruise

For the ultimate in Amazon adventures, this 3-night river cruise through the Ecuadorian Amazon Rainforest is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to experience the rich biodiversity and beauty of the jungle, its bird, plant and wildlife, and unique ecosystem.

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Day 4 - Anakonda Amazon 3-night/4-day Cruise

For the ultimate in Amazon adventures, this 3-night river cruise through the Ecuadorian Amazon Rainforest is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to experience the rich biodiversity and beauty of the jungle, its bird, plant and wildlife, and unique ecosystem.

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Day 3 - Anakonda Amazon 3-night/4-day Cruise

For the ultimate in Amazon adventures, this 3-night river cruise through the Ecuadorian Amazon Rainforest is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to experience the rich biodiversity and beauty of the jungle, its bird, plant and wildlife, and unique ecosystem.

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Day 1 - Anakonda Amazon 3-night/4-day Cruise

For the ultimate in Amazon adventures, this 3-night river cruise through the Ecuadorian Amazon Rainforest is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to experience the rich biodiversity and beauty of the jungle, its bird, plant and wildlife, and unique ecosystem.

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