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Sacha Lodge

Combine your experience at Galapagos Safari Camp with a three or four-night stay at Sacha Lodge. The lodge is an elegant retreat built to blend in with the environment, located in a 5,000 acre private ecological reserve that is home to spectacular wildlife. Meals are served buffet style in the main dining room, prepared using locally-grown ingredients and tailored towards international travelers.

from $1,190 per person
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Highlights

OVERVIEW

Sample Itinerary: In Brief

The below sample itinerary is just that, a sample. We are happy to change the order of activities and add days depending on your needs and interests as much as we can — just get in touch!

Type of activity:
LAND EXPERIENCE
SEA JOURNEY

DAY 1INTO THE AMAZON
Flight from Quito to Coca, followed by a 2-hour boat trip downstream to the lodge.
DAY 2&3EXPLORING THE AMAZON RAINFOREST
DAY 4RETURN TO QUITO
DAY 4+…OR EXTEND YOUR STAY TO 4 NIGHTS / 5 DAYS

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ITINERARY

Full Sample Itinerary

All the programs at Sacha are tailor-made and can be customised to meet your needs, fitness levels and interests.

Type of activity:
LAND EXPERIENCE
SEA JOURNEY

DAY 1 INTO THE AMAZON A scenic 35-minute flight takes you over the snow-capped peaks of the Andes and down into the Amazon basin. You arrive in Coca, where a light lunch awaits you before embarking on a two-hour canoe ride down the Napo River to Sacha Lodge. After settling in to your room in the afternoon, you are free for the rest of the day to explore and relax before dinner. The grounds and waterways surrounding the lodge are alive with bird songs, the rumble of howler monkeys in the distance, and the splashes of river dolphins and turtles in the water.
DAY 2&3 EXPLORING THE AMAZON RAINFOREST English speaking guides accompany you each day on trips tailored to your interests and the level of activity that suits you. Day trips by canoe start at sunrise when the wildlife is the most active, before the heat of the afternoon sets in. After lunch and a siesta, the afternoon activities start at 3pm and sometimes continue into the evening, depending on the distance travelled. Here is a list of what you can expect from a trip to Sacha.

For a rundown of available activities, take a look at the guide below. Canopy Walk
Hanging 94 ft. in the air and spanning 940 ft., the canopy walk at Sacha Lodge gives you a stunning view of the treetops and the creatures of the jungle. Thousands of birds gather in the high reaches of the jungle, some of which are seldom seen at lower elevations.

Tree Top Walk
The Tree Top Walk puts you closer to the ground where monkeys, sloths, tree frogs, boa constrictors, pumas, and jaguars live above the forest floor. Five towers rising as high as 65 ft., are connected by bridges, letting you discover thee diversity of the forest first hand.

Kapok Tower
Built around a giant Kapok tree, the 100 ft. high observation tower is a great place to watch the sun rise or set. Guides have spotted 50 species of birds in one morning, along with monkeys, and sloths.

Yasuni Parrot Lick
The Yasuni parrot licks on the border of the Yasuni National park are a short canoe ride from the lodge. In the mornings on clear, sunny days; hundreds of parrots gather together, creating flurries of color and activity.

Lake Pool
Located right off the dock on the Pilchicocha Lagoon, the lake pool is a great way to cool off before dinner after a busy day of exploring.

Fishing for Piranha
Another afternoon activity is fishing for piranha with an experienced guide. Often a highlight for children and adults, the razor-tooth fish won’t attack humans, making swimming in the same waters another adventure.

The Butterfly Farm
Sacha Lodge is home one of the largest butterfly farms, breeding 50 species including striking tiger longwings, bright yellow swallowtails, blue morphs, and giant nocturnal owl butterflies. After seeing the different stages of growth, tour the “fly room,” where hundreds of colorful butterflies flutter from flower to flower.

Community Visit
Discover the warmth of the people living in a nearby community, learning about the traditions and culture along the river. This is a favorite of those who make the trip, and is normally combined with a trip to the parrot lick.

Hiking
There are many trails that the lodge’s naturalists explore with guests during their time at Sacha. There are eight kinds of monkeys and 60 other species of mammals within the reserve’s borders. Other creatures to look out for include tree frogs, 587 species of birds, anteaters, and tree slothes.

Night Canoe Trips and Walks
Night canoe trips and hikes take you into the nocturnal world of the jungle. Guides armed with flashlights point out caimans, frogs, giant insects, and bats swooping overhead. Many enjoy this activity on there first night as a introduction to the area.

Please note that activities are subject to weather, though Forest Walks, the Kapok Tower, and Canopy Walk are the keystones of the Sacha Lodge experience.
DAY 4 RETURN TO QUITO After breakfast, you begin your return journey to Quito, travelling by motorised boat to Coca. If you do not have a same-day flight to your next destination, you may request another night at your hotel in Quito.
DAY 4+...OR EXTEND YOUR STAY TO 4 NIGHTS / 5 DAYS

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INCLUDED

Included:

Private airport transfers
Assistance at the Quito and Coca Airports
Canoe transportation from Coca to the Lodge on scheduled days
Double accommodation
All meals as per itinerary
Non alcoholic beverages
Group guided excursions
Bilingual English/Spanish speaking naturalist guide + native assistant guide
Rain poncho and rubber boots

Not Included:

Airfare Quito – Coca – Quito
Personal expenses
Gratuities
Other activities and services not specified

GALLERY

A few of our

Guest Reviews

 Remarkable experience! I booked our stay at Galapagos Safari Camp after seeing great reviews on TA and speaking with Diego, one of... read moreI booked our stay at Galapagos Safari Camp after seeing great reviews on TA and speaking with Diego, one of their Safari Designers. Our visit was every bit as amazing as I had hoped! Clearly the main focus of the camp is on delivering a high-end and personalized way to experience the magic of the islands, and their attention to every detail is really impressive. Nestled on a beautiful property up in the Highlands, it is kind of a cross between "glamping" and a serene retreat. Our tent was very comfortably appointed, and all the little touches like the inspirational notes each evening made it feel so special. While the bed was on the firm side as noted in some other reviews, it actually really helped my husband's bad back. We loved  having the little deck out front with a view to enjoy morning coffee or watch the sunset before dinner. There are also some very inviting common areas (the Observation deck, the pool area, and the main lodge/dining porch) where you can relax, have a drink, and take in the views (and make friends with the finches). 
 
 The staff were incredibly attentive and eager to make our stay as perfect as possible. Our hosts, Ali, Melina, and Anna, went above and beyond to communicate the details of each excursion and meal, and to accommodate our every request. Jorge was amazingly knowledgeable about every aspect of the food and wine offered each day, and is a talented musician to boot! And the food was seriously INCREDIBLE - the chef is absolutely top-notch: each evening we were presented with a 4-course tasting menu based on locally sourced ingredients, and honestly was my favorite part of each day. They even did a special dinner celebration for my husband's birthday, which was so sweet! 
 
 For our daily excursions, we began the trip with a visit to the Giant Tortoise Reserve after being picked up at the airport, and that was awesome! For the rest of the week we opted for two days of boat trips to uninhabited islands (South Plaza and Santa Fe), and one day sightseeing around Santa Cruz. The boat trips were fantastic - perfect combo of snorkeling, hiking/wildlife spotting, and relaxing on the boat. The day on Santa Cruz was also really fun, although truth be told we were a little disappointed in the Charles Darwin Research Center which we thought would be a little more interesting/educational. All the tour guides were wonderful, and clearly devoted to the knowledge and preservation of the unique biodiversity of the Galapagos. Also, all the lunches provided during the day trips, whether on the boats or at local restaurants, were excellent! Our driver was great too - always right on time and the vehicle was very clean and safe. Because the island is so tightly regulated in terms of accessibility to tourists, it was really nice to just leave everything to the Safari Camp and not have to worry about transportation or arranging for guides and boat tickets, etc.  My only caution would be that the tour schedule is a bit rigorous - several early mornings and very full days; so if you have any physical limitations (or are just getting a little old and tired like us, lol), you may want to consider working a down day or half-day into your schedule. The hosts are more than happy to tailor to your needs/desires!
 
 Overall, we were blown away by our experience at the Safari Camp. Is it a little out of the way? Yes. Is it a place with awesome fast WiFi so you can stream movies and conduct zoom meetings for work? Nope. But honestly, that remoteness and "un-connectivity" is part of its charm and magic.  Is it kind of pricey? Well, yeah it's a bit of a splurge... but in my (pretty well-traveled) book, it was worth every penny. read less
SuzyinCinci
2/18/2023
 Great adventure in the Galapagos Islands The Galapagos Safari Camp was a great place to stay if you want to experience the islands without sleeping on... read moreThe Galapagos Safari Camp was a great place to stay if you want to experience the islands without sleeping on a boat to enjoy the islands. The tent camp is fun and unique and the lodge is wonderful. The staff is there is take care of your every need and want. I have diet issues and they were great about making sure that special food was prepared for me every day. It is a lovely setting and gave us an opportunity to explore the islands as well and taking day trips out to the other islands. It was a nice mix of both. We loved our stay, the lodge, the staff, and our guide. It was an amazing experience. More read less
Endlesstravel1
3/17/2020
 Pure Magic - Best family trip with our 6 and 9 year old kids. How do I put into words the magic of the Galapagos Safari Camp?  From the start of planning our... read moreHow do I put into words the magic of the Galapagos Safari Camp?  From the start of planning our trip to when we had to say goodbye and head home, the service and hospitality were beyond measure.  When booking the trip, instead of emailing back and forth, GSC reached out to me directly to schedule a call so I could better understand the dynamics of our trip and what to expect.  The communication was helpful, descriptive and put my mind at ease. I instantly knew that GSC would take care of all of the logistics so that my family and I could relax and enjoy the Galapagos.  The moment we arrived and walked up to the front door I knew we had made the right choice.  The wonderful staff greeted us by saying "Welcome Home," gave us cold towels and fresh juice. They allowed us to relax and hear about the amazing four-course dinner awaiting us, and the itinerary for the next day.  We were blown away by the amazing food!  We knew that the sights and sounds of the animals and nature would fill us with awe (and they did not disappoint), but we did not anticipate how delicious the food and wine would be.  Each dish was fresh with delightful local flavors, and you could taste love in each bite.  Our guide for our daily excursions, Pico Zambrano, was knowledgeable, excellent with kids (our kids are 6 and... How do I put into words the magic of the Galapagos Safari Camp?  From the start of planning our trip to when we had to say goodbye and head home, the service and hospitality were beyond measure.  When booking the trip, instead of emailing back and forth, GSC reached out to me directly to schedule a call so I could better understand the dynamics of our trip and what to expect.  The communication was helpful, descriptive and put my mind at ease. I instantly knew that GSC would take care of all of the logistics so that my family and I could relax and enjoy the Galapagos.  The moment we arrived and walked up to the front door I knew we had made the right choice.  The wonderful staff greeted us by saying "Welcome Home," gave us cold towels and fresh juice. They allowed us to relax and hear about the amazing four-course dinner awaiting us, and the itinerary for the next day.  We were blown away by the amazing food!  We knew that the sights and sounds of the animals and nature would fill us with awe (and they did not disappoint), but we did not anticipate how delicious the food and wine would be.  Each dish was fresh with delightful local flavors, and you could taste love in each bite.  Our guide for our daily excursions, Pico Zambrano, was knowledgeable, excellent with kids (our kids are 6 and 9), and had a passion for the Galapagos that was palatable.  He was a huge value-add to our trip, ensuring that our kids were safe and comfortable on hikes and snorkel adventures. He really instilled his love of the Galapagos in each of us.  The tents at GSC add to the adventure of the trip, while not taking away from the luxury.  The beds are comfortable, showers are great,  you get to wake up each morning to the sound of birds chirping and a beautiful view of the island and ocean.  Each night GSC left a note or quote on our bed that challenged us to disconnect from our day-to-day lives (and devices) and embrace the wonder of the Galapagos.  This personal touch is another example of the heart & soul of GSC.  I could fill an entire book with delights from our trip, but I won't because you should go experience it yourself!  We love travelling as a family and have been all over the world, however this trip was truly exceptional in every way and left its mark on my heart. More read less
Adventurer320384
5/12/2023

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