An Enjoyable Rainforest Visit We spent 4 nights at La Selva, and enjoyed it very much. While the journey to get there is a bit long, it's we... read moreWe spent 4 nights at La Selva, and enjoyed it very much. While the journey to get there is a bit long, it's well worth it for what you get in return. The lodge itself is beautiful, with clean and comfortable rooms and glorious grounds and surroundings. My only complaint about our room was that the king-size bed didn't leave enough room on one side to actually walk, Other than that, the room was spacious and housekeeping did a wonderful job cleaning things up each morning.

Our guides, Dany and Dario, provided us with an amazing experience of the rainforest, that was also highly educational. We saw so many amazing things (3 types of monkeys, sloths, a caiman, a capybara, and more birds than you could possibly count) during our stay, and we have Dany and Dario to thank for that. Our trip to a local Kichwa community was one of the highlights of our visit, and included a sampling of local foods. You haven't lived until you've eaten a roasted grub! We also got to use a native blow gun, which was fun.

The food was good and plentiful and the chef did a great job of accommodating the special requests of guests.

Overall, we would definitely recommend La Selva if you are wanting to experience the Amazon Rainforest of Ecuador. read less

Amazing! I purchased the 3 night 4 day package. All the travel arrangements were well handled (I don't think they could... read moreI purchased the 3 night 4 day package. All the travel arrangements were well handled (I don't think they could help plane delay). I'd been nervous about traveling alone on this segment of my trip, but I needn't have worried. I felt totally safe and cared for the whole time. It is an adventure to an amazing place! The rooms are gorgeous! The service is fantastic and the food delicious! All visitors are assigned to a small group so I never felt alone. Our guide ate with us daily and was extremely knowledgeable about the region and the animals. He spoke Kichwa, Spanish, English, and German. None of the activities required a lot of exertion other than light hiking. They canoed for us. I was very impressed with the whole operation and how smoothly it all seems to run out in the middle of the jungle. I definitely recommend this trip! Everything on the website is exactly as it was in real life. More read less

Great stay! Abundant wildlife and birds We stayed 4 nights, going out on wildlife walks or by canoe twice a day. It is a rain forest, so no surprise w... read moreWe stayed 4 nights, going out on wildlife walks or by canoe twice a day. It is a rain forest, so no surprise we had some rain. Staff provided clean dry ponchos when they were needed, and carried them when they weren’t needed. We had a great guide, Paul, who really knows the birds and other animals in the area, and how to spot them. Darwin paddled the canoe and also spotted wildlife. He kept the canoe very steady so we could watch through our binoculars or take pictures. Between the two we were able to see more wildlife than we expected. Bird watching from the tower was great! Also we ate very well, and had plenty of time to relax at the lodge. A lovely visit, and a great introduction to our first visit to Ecuador read less

Great Lodge We had a wonderful time on our 5 day stay at La Selva. Tucked away far from city life in the Amazonian jungle.... read moreWe had a wonderful time on our 5 day stay at La Selva. Tucked away far from city life in the Amazonian jungle. Lots of great hikes and animal sightings. Our guides David and Bolivar were fantastico! Good food, comfortable accommodations with the jungle and lake right out side your door along with monkeys, birds and much more.

This is definitely not an experience for those looking for city amenities / luxury. No AC, hot and humid, fairly structured schedule with early wake up calls (got to get up early to see nature in action).

Guides will adjust activities to the needs of their small group so kids and less athletic persons can enjoy the wonders of the Amazon.

The spa services were excellent and in an amazing setting. Bernardo at the bar is sweet and very helpful, Miguel one of the managers was very eager to please and informative.

Bring LOTS of socks and bug spray! read less

Eco-reserve Accommodations are wonderful. It is situated on a lagoon near the Yasuni national park. The food is superb and... read moreAccommodations are wonderful. It is situated on a lagoon near the Yasuni national park. The food is superb and plentiful. The Naturalist is knowledgeable and does a wonderful job explaining the fauna and flora. The staff are efficient and available. Rooms were always clean and prepared when we return from an outing.
Highly recommend without any hesitation. read less

Amazing Amazon Retreat Lovely, luxurious Accommodation. Staff are absolutely fantastic couldn’t ask for better service. The only diff... read moreLovely, luxurious Accommodation. Staff are absolutely fantastic couldn’t ask for better service. The only difficulty is getting anything dry due to humidity, if you get rained on. It can rain hard! Take quick dry light clothing. La Selva Lodge has A great variety of Activities and the Spa is so relaxing. read less