Hola Vida Reserve Day Trip

Venture deep into the heart of the Ecuadorian rainforest on our day trip to the Hola Vida Reserve. You'll be enchanted by the landscapes, fauna and flora found in this part of Ecuador.

Hola Vida Reserve Day Trip

At 9 am, we'll meet on Óscar Efrén Reyes Street in Baños de Agua Santa. We'll board our comfortable vehicle and set off on the 2-hour drive to the Hola Vida Reserve.

Before arrival, we will stop at the Animal and Bird Rescue Centre, home to numerous rescued monkeys, birds and reptiles. Following this, we'll proceed to the Hola Vida Reserve and enter the Ecuadorian rainforest.

Upon arrival, we will explore the variety of medicinal and hallucinogenic plants present. Additionally, we will observe insects such as butterflies, beetles, spiders, giant ants, and termites. We will also navigate part of the river in some typical small boats.

Next, we will visit the Puyango community for a lunch consisting of chicken with rice, salad, and vegetable stew.

After lunch, we will hike to the Hola Vida Waterfall located in the rainforest. During the hike, look out for woodpeckers, hyla frogs, and snakes like chontas and common lanceheads. At the waterfall, participants can take a refreshing dip in its crystal-clear water.

After an unforgettable day exploring the rainforest, we will return to Baños de Agua Santa by 9 pm.