An Ecuador Amazon lodge like no other

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

Vacation at La selva lodge Just finishing 3 days at the amazing lodge la selva.
This vacation was perfection : the service was kind, th... read moreJust finishing 3 days at the amazing lodge la selva.
This vacation was perfection : the service was kind, the accomadation was beautiful and the guides were so nice. We’ve seen so many different animals and beautiful nature.

We recommend it highly!!! read less

Memorable Rain forest experience La Selva is a wonderful lodge to stay at. The staff are so helpful and welcoming, the cabin was so lovely and ... read moreLa Selva is a wonderful lodge to stay at. The staff are so helpful and welcoming, the cabin was so lovely and the food was delicious. We went out 2x a day either on walks in the rainforest or out in canoes- We had the most knowledgeable guides, Julio and Dario who taught us so much about the widelife and the birds. One day we went up to a tower overlooking the forest and saw over 25 spies of birds, several species of monkeys and frogs to name just a few. Whether you are walking in the forest or canoeing down the river at sunset, the experience is magical and we truly left with a greater appreciation for conservation of the rainforest.

La Selva is a real find! read less

Amazing experience! We met our tour guide (David) on a day tour in Quito. He told us about this place and we knew we had to come g... read moreWe met our tour guide (David) on a day tour in Quito. He told us about this place and we knew we had to come get a tour from him. This place is deep in the rainforest with quite a journey to get here. The rooms are clean and nice, staff excellent and tours are incredible. We saw many monkeys, parrots, even a three toed sloth! Food is delicious (lots of fresh fish!) and the mosquitos are not as bad as you’d expect. Trip of a lifetime! 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

Experience of a Lifetime! Kudos to the fantastic staff at La Selva who made our excursion into the Amazon such a rewarding and fun exper... read moreKudos to the fantastic staff at La Selva who made our excursion into the Amazon such a rewarding and fun experience. We spent three nights and hated to leave.

Pickup at the Coca airport and boat travel to the lodge (2 1/2 hours by motor canoe and another 45 minutes by paddled canoe) were handled flawlessly. It was also a nice distance—long enough to settle in to the feel of the jungle and to enjoy the remoteness of the experience without the longer, more draining approaches we later heard other visitors had to make to other lodges.

Our naturalist and native guides were PHENOMENAL! Ask for Rodrigo and Mendardo aka Chicuki. Their sightings and skills were magnificent, and they were patient with us, extremely helpful and fun.

The restaurant and bar fare was delicious. Juan took great care of us there. With so much to see —the birdwatching, even on the property!—I hated to spare an entire hour for a massage, but was glad I indulged in a 30-minute one in their open air spa with the sounds of rain and jungle in the background. It beat any one-hour massage I’ve had elsewhere.

I wish I could name everyone, as Miguel has clearly put together a professional, attentive staff.

By all means, GO! Yes the humidity is taxing, but the bugs are not. Take quick-dry clothes and knee socks for their rubber boots and prepare for the adventure of a lifetime. read less