{"id":153566,"date":"2025-12-18T10:51:49","date_gmt":"2025-12-18T10:51:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/?post_type=trip&p=153566"},"modified":"2026-09-29T15:41:20","modified_gmt":"2026-09-29T14:41:20","slug":"wellbeing-ecuador-amazon-immersion","status":"publish","type":"trip","link":"https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/us\/adventure-trips\/wellbeing-ecuador-amazon-immersion\/","title":{"rendered":"Ecuador: Amazon Immersion"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Fly in by private plane. Disappear into the Amazon. Come back changed.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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  • Arrive into Quito\u2019s Old Town and settle into your boutique hotel,<\/strong> where terracotta rooftops and Andean skies set the scene for your first taste of Ecuador<\/li>\n
  • Meet your group over a warming canelazo and Ecuadorian coffee tasting<\/strong> in a candlelit courtyard<\/li>\n
  • As evening falls, gather for a relaxed welcome dinner filled with local flavours,<\/strong> making those first connections with the group you\u2019ll share this extraordinary journey with<\/li>\n
  • During your time in Quito, you\u2019ll be staying at a charming boutique hotel in Quito\u2019s Old Town<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":""},"header":"Arrival, Ecuadorian coffee tasting & welcome dinner","text":"
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    • Arrive into Quito\u2019s Old Town and settle into your boutique hotel,<\/strong> where terracotta rooftops and Andean skies set the scene for your first taste of Ecuador<\/li>\n
    • Meet your group over a warming canelazo and Ecuadorian coffee tasting<\/strong> in a candlelit courtyard<\/li>\n
    • As evening falls, gather for a relaxed welcome dinner filled with local flavours,<\/strong> making those first connections with the group you\u2019ll share this extraordinary journey with<\/li>\n
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      • After breakfast, explore Quito\u2019s UNESCO-listed Old Town on foot,<\/strong> discovering basilicas, narrow streets, plazas and local artisans<\/li>\n
      • Wander Calle La Ronda, dipping into workshops and tasting local snacks before a hands-on cacao-to-chocolate experience<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • Get hands-on with Ecuadorian flavours during a cooking class for lunch<\/strong>, before enjoying a full free afternoon to rest, explore independently or watch the world go by<\/li>\n
      • Come together again in the evening for an included dinner at a local restaurant,<\/strong> before tomorrow\u2019s Amazon adventure begins<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","campaign_id":"19396","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":""},"header":"Quito walking tour, cooking class, cacao experience & free afternoon","text":"
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        • After breakfast, explore Quito\u2019s UNESCO-listed Old Town on foot,<\/strong> discovering basilicas, narrow streets, plazas and local artisans<\/li>\n
        • Wander Calle La Ronda, dipping into workshops and tasting local snacks before a hands-on cacao-to-chocolate experience<\/strong><\/li>\n
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        • Come together again in the evening for an included dinner at a local restaurant,<\/strong> before tomorrow\u2019s Amazon adventure begins<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","snapshot":"","images":["https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/BZ1_ItineraryDay22.jpg","https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/WR2_Itinerary_2.12.jpg"],"day":2},{"local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-snapshot":"","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-header":"Travel to Amazonian ecolodge, kapok tree meditation & UV night hike","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-text":"
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          • An early drive from Quito, crossing the Andes as volcanoes and valleys stretch out below, before a short charter flight into the Amazon.<\/strong> Continue by river, journeying deeper and deeper into the rainforest, arriving at your ecolodge set alongside the Achuar community<\/li>\n
          • Hike through the rainforest to a towering kapok tree,<\/strong> revered by the Achuar as a powerful source of energy and spiritual life. Its roots stand taller than a person; birds, monkeys and other wildlife move through its canopy. Settle beneath for a guided ritual that guests consistently describe as the most unexpected and affecting moment of the trip. Our tip? Go in open-minded<\/li>\n
          • After dinner, see the rainforest in a whole new light on a guided night walk,<\/strong> using UV and specialist lights to reveal wildlife, insects and an extraordinary hidden world<\/li>\n
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            • Hike through the rainforest to a towering kapok tree,<\/strong> revered by the Achuar as a powerful source of energy and spiritual life. Its roots stand taller than a person; birds, monkeys and other wildlife move through its canopy. Settle beneath for a guided ritual that guests consistently describe as the most unexpected and affecting moment of the trip. Our tip? Go in open-minded<\/li>\n
            • After dinner, see the rainforest in a whole new light on a guided night walk,<\/strong> using UV and specialist lights to reveal wildlife, insects and an extraordinary hidden world<\/li>\n
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              • Glide downriver at first light<\/strong>, looking out for monkeys, birds and other wildlife, before your guided jungle walk with expert Achuar guides<\/li>\n
              • Take part in an exclusive hands-on conservation experience,<\/strong> navigating muddy jungle trails while learning how wildlife is monitored and the forest protected. Camera traps close to camp have captured everything from jaguars to pumas \u2013 a glimpse of just how much life surrounds you here<\/li>\n
              • Return to the lodge for unhurried downtime.<\/strong> Let the current gently take you by kayak, or simply rest in a hammock and take in the sounds of the rainforest<\/li>\n
              • As the day winds down, relax in a traditional Achuar plant cleansing ritual<\/strong> – an earthy, aromatic ritual using steam and foraged leaves<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","campaign_id":"19419","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":""},"header":"Sunrise on the river, forage, kayak & steam bath","text":"
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                • Return to the lodge for unhurried downtime.<\/strong> Let the current gently take you by kayak, or simply rest in a hammock and take in the sounds of the rainforest<\/li>\n
                • As the day winds down, relax in a traditional Achuar plant cleansing ritual<\/strong> – an earthy, aromatic ritual using steam and foraged leaves<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","snapshot":"","images":["https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/WR2_Itinerary_42.jpg","https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/WR2_Itinerary_4.21.jpg"],"day":4},{"local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-snapshot":"","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-header":"Sharamentsa community stay, waterfall blessing & slow evening","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-text":"
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                  • Travel by river deeper into Achuar territory,<\/strong> arriving in Sharamentsa where you\u2019ll be welcomed into the communal house for a shared, home-cooked lunch<\/li>\n
                  • Gain insight into the daily lives and traditions of a community that remained completely uncontacted and fiercely isolated for centuries<\/strong>, including the deep spiritual connection between the Achuar, the forest and the animals they share it with. After a visit to a nearby hidden waterfall, you’ll then sit down to a shared dinner<\/li>\n
                  • Stay overnight in rustic, shared accommodation,<\/strong> offering a rare and immersive experience of life deep in the Amazon, alongside some who\u2019ve never left the rainforest<\/li>\n
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                    • Stay overnight in rustic, shared accommodation,<\/strong> offering a rare and immersive experience of life deep in the Amazon, alongside some who\u2019ve never left the rainforest<\/li>\n
                    • See FAQs for more details on this overnight stay<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","snapshot":"","images":["https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/WR2_Included3.jpg","https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/WR2_Itinerary_503.jpg"],"day":5},{"local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-snapshot":"","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-header":"Wayus tea ceremony, community connection & free time","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-text":"
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                      • Begin at dawn with a traditional wayus tea ceremony, an important Achuar ritual centred around sharing dreams, stories and intentions<\/strong>. Participation is entirely optional \u2013 see our FAQs below for more details on this experience<\/li>\n
                      • Spend the morning sharing stories, learning crafts and trying hands-on experiences<\/strong> that offer a deeper insight into Sharamentsa culture and traditions<\/li>\n
                      • Return to the ecolodge by river for a free afternoon of rest.<\/strong> As darkness falls, venture back into the rainforest for another guided night walk, before coming together for a final locally-sourced feast in the Amazon<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","campaign_id":"21964","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":""},"header":"Wayus tea ceremony, community connection & free time","text":"
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                        • Begin at dawn with a traditional wayus tea ceremony, an important Achuar ritual centred around sharing dreams, stories and intentions<\/strong>. Participation is entirely optional \u2013 see our FAQs below for more details on this experience<\/li>\n
                        • Spend the morning sharing stories, learning crafts and trying hands-on experiences<\/strong> that offer a deeper insight into Sharamentsa culture and traditions<\/li>\n
                        • Return to the ecolodge by river for a free afternoon of rest.<\/strong> As darkness falls, venture back into the rainforest for another guided night walk, before coming together for a final locally-sourced feast in the Amazon<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","snapshot":"","images":["https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/WR2_Highlight_Achuar.jpg","https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/WR21.jpg"],"day":6},{"local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-snapshot":"","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-header":"Parrot clay lick, fly back to Quito & farewell meal","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-text":"
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                          • Rise early to witness a parrot clay lick,<\/strong> where flashes of colour fill the riverbanks as macaws and parakeets gather in the morning light<\/li>\n
                          • Journey back to Quito by river and plane,<\/strong> watching the landscape shift from dense rainforest to the cool, misty Andes<\/li>\n
                          • Settle into your hotel before gathering for a farewell dinner,<\/strong> reflecting on the wild, peaceful and perspective-shifting moments you\u2019ve shared deep in the Amazon<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","campaign_id":"19286","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":""},"header":"Parrot clay lick, fly back to Quito & farewell meal","text":"
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                            • Rise early to witness a parrot clay lick,<\/strong> where flashes of colour fill the riverbanks as macaws and parakeets gather in the morning light<\/li>\n
                            • Journey back to Quito by river and plane,<\/strong> watching the landscape shift from dense rainforest to the cool, misty Andes<\/li>\n
                            • Settle into your hotel before gathering for a farewell dinner,<\/strong> reflecting on the wild, peaceful and perspective-shifting moments you\u2019ve shared deep in the Amazon<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","snapshot":"","images":["https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/WR2_Itinerary_7.21-1.jpg","https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/WR2_Parrot.jpg"],"day":7},{"local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-snapshot":"Depart from Mariscal Sucre International (UIO)","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-header":"Farewell, Ecuador","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-text":"
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                              • Share a relaxed breakfast at the hotel<\/strong> \u2013 a gentle last morning before the journey home begins<\/li>\n
                              • Transfer to the airport for your onward journey<\/strong>, leaving with new perspectives, shared memories, and a quiet understanding of a world completely unlike your own<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":""},"header":"Farewell, Ecuador","text":"
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                                • Share a relaxed breakfast at the hotel<\/strong> \u2013 a gentle last morning before the journey home begins<\/li>\n
                                • Transfer to the airport for your onward journey<\/strong>, leaving with new perspectives, shared memories, and a quiet understanding of a world completely unlike your own<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","snapshot":"Depart from Mariscal Sucre International (UIO)","images":["https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/WR2_Highlight_Quito2.jpg"],"day":8}],"alternative_itinerary":null,"theme":"","gallery_uris":[],"trip_highlights":[],"included_highlights":[{"day":"","description":"Settle into your rainforest lodge, where daily life is shaped by the jungle and Indigenous traditions","tag":"stand-out-stay","image":{"link":"https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/us\/adventure-trips\/wellbeing-ecuador-amazon-immersion\/attachment\/wr2_highlight_stay\/"},"link_to_accommodation":true},{"day":"","description":"Meditate beneath a sacred kapok tree, connecting breath, body and forest energy","tag":"iconic-moment","image":{"link":"https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/us\/adventure-trips\/wellbeing-ecuador-amazon-immersion\/attachment\/wr2_highlight_meditate\/"},"link_to_accommodation":false},{"day":"","description":"Spend a night with the Sharamentsa, an Achuar community where life is deeply rooted in nature and spirit","tag":"local-experience","image":{"link":"https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/us\/adventure-trips\/wellbeing-ecuador-amazon-immersion\/attachment\/wr2_highlight_achuar\/"},"link_to_accommodation":false},{"day":"","description":"Kayak through calm waters, as you look for elusive pink river dolphins","tag":"iconic-moment","image":{"link":"https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/us\/adventure-trips\/wellbeing-ecuador-amazon-immersion\/attachment\/wr2_highlight_kayak\/"},"link_to_accommodation":false},{"day":"","description":"Forage with Achuar guides, before unwinding in a traditional steam bath infused with the plants you gathered","tag":"local-experience","image":{"link":"https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/us\/adventure-trips\/wellbeing-ecuador-amazon-immersion\/attachment\/wr2_itinerary_4-21-2\/"},"link_to_accommodation":false},{"day":"","description":"Fly deep into the Amazon, arriving in a remote Achuar-protected rainforest region rarely seen by outsiders","tag":"iconic-moment","image":{"link":"https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/us\/adventure-trips\/wellbeing-ecuador-amazon-immersion\/attachment\/wr2_itinerary_3-1\/"},"link_to_accommodation":false},{"day":"5","description":"Experience a hands-on cacao-to-chocolate experience imbued with local stories","tag":"foodie-focus","image":{"link":"https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/us\/adventure-trips\/costa-rica-cloud-forest-to-coast\/attachment\/cr3_itinerary_cacao\/"},"link_to_accommodation":false}],"included":["All activities shown in itinerary including meditation, kayaking & traditional ceremonies","Stay at a private ecolodge \u2013 exclusive to your group \u2013 in the heart of the wild Amazon","Shared twin room (Single rooms available)","7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners","Private charter plane (50 min flight)","Arrival airport transfer","Experienced, local Pack Leader throughout","Max. 16 people per trip","Everyone at a similar life stage","90% travel solo, 80% stay in touch"],"videos":[{"source":false,"codec":"mp4"}],"faqs":[{"question":"What should I expect from traveling deep into the Amazon?","answer":"This is a true Amazon adventure, taking you deep into the rainforest by light aircraft and river. Being far removed from everyday life is a huge part of what makes it special: think pristine rainforest, incredible wildlife and the rare opportunity to properly disconnect, whilst living alongside an indigenous community.\nExpect warm, humid conditions, some muddy or uneven trails and plenty of time outdoors. You\u2019ll walk through the rainforest, travel by river and kayak alongside Achuar guides, but you don\u2019t need to be an athlete. There\u2019s plenty of downtime too, with time to swim, relax in a hammock or simply take in your surroundings.\nThe ecolodge is intentionally off-grid. There\u2019s no mobile signal and Wi-Fi is limited to one communal area and can be intermittent, making this a brilliant opportunity to switch off.\nYou\u2019ll be supported throughout by your Pack Leader and an experienced local team, many of whom were born and raised in the rainforest and have an incredible knowledge of the environment.\nAs with any adventure in a remote location, medical facilities are further away than you may be used to, which is why appropriate travel insurance is important. We\u2019ll also ask you to complete a Remote Travel Acknowledgement within one week of booking so you\u2019re familiar with the practicalities before you travel.\nYou can read the Acknowledgement here before you make your booking.\nThis all helps ensure the journey is safe, enjoyable and truly right for you \u2014 giving you complete peace of mind before you go.\n"},{"question":"What travel insurance do I need for this trip?","answer":"Comprehensive travel insurance is required for this trip, as it is for all Flash Pack adventures. For the Amazon, it\u2019s particularly important to check that your policy covers travel in remote areas, including medical care and evacuation should you ever need it.\nAs a practical precaution, we require you to have access to $10,000 USD (or equivalent) in available funds or credit while traveling. This doesn\u2019t need to be money held in your bank account and could simply be available credit on a credit card.\nThis is because, in the very unlikely event that additional support is needed while you\u2019re in a remote location, evacuation costs may need to be covered upfront before being claimed back through your travel insurer.\nWe recommend having a quick chat with your insurer before you travel to make sure you\u2019re comfortable with your level of cover and how any claims would work.\n"},{"question":"Are flights included?","answer":"Flights to and from your destination aren\u2019t included in the trip price \u2014 you\u2019ll need to book these independently. Any flights needed during the tour itself are included and taken care of by us. You\u2019ll find recommended arrival and departure airports, along with suggested arrival and departure times, in the FAQs below.\n"},{"question":"Which airport do I need to fly in and out of? Plus airport code","answer":"Fly into and out of Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport (UIO).\n"},{"question":"What time should my flight arrive (time for the welcome meeting)?","answer":"Ideally no later than 2pm.\n"},{"question":"What time should my flight depart on the last day?","answer":"You\u2019ll be departing from Quito, with a hotel check-out time of 11am. That said, you\u2019re under no pressure to fly home at a particular time.\n"},{"question":"Are airport transfers included?","answer":"If you arrive on Day 1 of your trip, or you\u2019ve booked yourself a pre-night at the same hotel the trip starts from, your airport arrival transfer will be included. Arrival transfers are private to Flash Pack and in groups depending on flight times, so you may have to wait in the airport for a short while.\nHowever, if you\u2019ve booked alternative pre-trip accommodation or are arriving by another mode of transport, you\u2019ll have to arrange your own arrival transfer.\u00a0\nPlease also note: in order to secure your place on the private transfer, you\u2019ll need to provide your flight details to our Customer Experience team no later than 30 days prior to your departure date. You\u2019ll get automated email reminders about this, but the team won\u2019t be chasing you. That\u2019s why it\u2019s key to get this information over in good time. If the details are provided later than 30 days pre-departure, you\u2019ll have to arrange your own arrival transfer.\nDeparture transfers are not included due to travelers leaving at varying times.\n"},{"question":"Are tips included? ","answer":"Please note that tips are not included in the cost of this trip. Suggested amounts total per group are:\n\nPack Leader: USD 100-150 per group\nBoat driver: USD 40-60 per group\nBus driver: USD 40-50 per group\nGeneral staff: USD 300-350 per group\nLocal tips: your Pack Leader will be able to advise on how much to tip local guides, restaurants, etc.\n\nHowever, all tips are at your discretion depending on what you feel comfortable with.\n"},{"question":"Do I need a visa? ","answer":"Up-to-date visa and entry information can be found using our official partner, Sherpa, who can help you arrange a visa if needed.\nYou can also find essential travel advice \u2013 including security and local laws, as well as passport and visa information \u2013 on the government website of your home country:\n\nUK residents: review the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) Travel Advice before your adventure.\nUS residents: consult the US Department of State Travel Advice for important travel information. US citizens are required to have either a valid passport or Real ID in order to fly within the US.\nAustralian residents: check the Smart Traveler website for up-to-date travel advice.\nResidents of other countries: refer to the travel advice provided by your own government or local consulate.\n\nPlease be aware that passport and visa requirements can change before departure, so it\u2019s important to stay updated with the latest information.\n"},{"question":"What vaccinations and medication will I need? ","answer":"While we are not medical professionals and cannot offer personalized medical advice, we want to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable trip. Here are some tips to help you prepare.\n1. Consult with a healthcare professional\nWe recommend scheduling an appointment with your travel nurse or doctor at least eight weeks before your trip. This will give you ample time to receive any necessary vaccines or medications.\n2. Up-to-date medical advice\n\nUK residents: visit the NHS Fit For Travel website for the latest medical advice.\nUS residents: check the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website for specialized health information.\nAustralian residents: refer to the Smart Traveler Health website for current medical advice.\n\n3. Government travel advice\n\nUK residents: review the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) Travel Advice before your adventure.\nUS residents: consult the US Department of State Travel Advice for important travel information.\nAustralian residents: check the Smart Traveler website for up-to-date travel advice.\n\n4. Medication tips\nIf you take prescription medication, ensure you bring enough to last the entire trip, plus a few extra days in case of travel delays. Carry a copy of your prescription with you in case you need to visit a clinic while abroad.\nWe hope this information will help you prepare for a safe and healthy experience.\n"},{"question":"How much should I budget per day for extras?","answer":"We recommend budgeting around 40-60 USD per day.\n"},{"question":"Will there be a Pack Leader on this tour?","answer":"Yes. You\u2019ll have the same dedicated Pack Leader throughout the tour \u2013 there to keep communication clear, support the group dynamic, and make sure you feel confident and cared for as the trip moves between the city, rainforest and community experiences. In a remote setting like this, that steady \u201chuman anchor\u201d makes all the difference.\n"},{"question":"What is the Amazon ecolodge like?","answer":"The ecolodge will be fully exclusive to your Flash Pack group, giving you a private base in the heart of the rainforest alongside your Pack Leader and the local community team.\nIt\u2019s beautiful, simple and intentionally off-grid, with open-air communal spaces, areas for yoga and stretching and individual huts surrounded by nature. Rooms have mosquito nets and natural ventilation, while the lodge runs mainly on solar power, so electricity is used mindfully. There\u2019s no air-conditioning or hot water, with cool showers very much part of rainforest life.\nWhen you\u2019re not out exploring, free time is wonderfully unstructured. Kayak, read, journal, relax in a hammock, wander around the lodge grounds or simply listen to the rainforest around you.\n"},{"question":"How active is this Amazon adventure?","answer":"This is an immersive Amazon adventure, so expect to get out and explore. You\u2019ll hike beneath the rainforest canopy, travel along winding rivers by boat, kayak through the jungle and explore alongside Achuar guides who know this landscape intimately.\nYou don\u2019t need to be an athlete, but you should feel comfortable walking on uneven trails and embracing the Amazon in all its wildness, from warm, humid days to the occasional muddy path.\nThere\u2019s plenty of time to slow down too. Between adventures, retreat to a hammock, listen to the sounds of the rainforest and soak up the extraordinary feeling of being completely surrounded by nature.\n"},{"question":"What will I be eating during my stay?","answer":"Meals are fresh, locally inspired and thoughtfully prepared, using ingredients sourced from nearby towns and surrounding communities wherever possible. The menu is omnivore, meaning it includes a mix of meat, fish and plant-based dishes, offering plenty of choice and familiar flavors alongside regional specialities.\nDietary requirements are very well catered for. Whether you\u2019re vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or have allergies or intolerances, these can be accommodated when shared with us in advance (via our app\u2019s Onboarding Checklist after booking), and the team onsite are experienced at looking after a range of needs.\nSafe drinking water is provided throughout the trip, including during your stay at the Amazon lodge, so you can relax and enjoy the experience without any worries.\n\u00a0\n"},{"question":"What is the wayus tea ceremony on Day 6?","answer":"The Wayus tea ceremony is a traditional Amazonian cultural experience centred around guayusa, a native leaf brewed into a herbal tea by local Indigenous communities. For many families in the Amazon, this is an important daily ritual, taking place before dawn as an opportunity to gather, share stories and prepare for the day ahead.\nAs part of the ceremony, community members often drink several cups of guayusa tea with the intention of inducing vomiting as a traditional form of cleansing or purging. This is a long-standing cultural practice and an important part of the ritual for many local people.\nDuring the experience, you\u2019ll join the community to learn about the significance of the ceremony, observe the ritual and, if you wish, take part. Participation is entirely optional. You\u2019re welcome to simply observe, have a small sip of the tea, drink a full cup, or opt out of drinking altogether.\nWayus contains natural caffeine (similar to green tea or yerba mate) but is not hallucinogenic. This experience has been included to offer an authentic insight into the traditions and daily life of the local community. We encourage guests to participate only to the extent they feel comfortable.\n"},{"question":"What should I expect from the community stays in the Amazon?","answer":"Staying alongside the Achuar community is at the heart of this adventure, giving you a rare opportunity to experience life in the Amazon and spend meaningful time with the people who call the rainforest home.\nThroughout your time at both the ecolodge and with the Sharamentsa community, you\u2019ll be welcomed as a guest. It\u2019s all about traveling with respect and curiosity. Your local guides will help you understand community etiquette, including asking before taking photographs, staying with the group and following traditional greetings. You may also be offered local food or drinks along the way, but tasting is always entirely optional.\nYour overnight stay with the Sharamentsa community takes the immersion a little deeper. Accommodation is simpler than at the ecolodge and twin-share for everyone, with mosquito nets provided. Meals follow local traditions, using ingredients grown or gathered from the surrounding land.\nYour Pack Leader and local guides will be with you throughout, and you\u2019ll receive a full briefing so you know exactly what to expect.\nSingle rooms are available in Quito and at the Amazon ecolodge, so the Sharamentsa overnight is the only night where single supplements aren\u2019t available.\n"},{"question":"What do I need to know about the flights into the Amazon?","answer":"Reaching this remote part of the Amazon is all part of the adventure, with internal flights by small aircraft included in your trip.\nFor these flights, luggage is limited to around 13kg (30lbs) per person and needs to be packed in a soft duffel or backpack rather than a suitcase. Any additional luggage can be safely stored before you fly into the rainforest and collected afterwards.\nBecause of the size of the aircraft and weight-and-balance requirements, this trip is not suitable for guests weighing over 113kg (250lbs).\nRubber boots for rainforest walks are provided at the lodge, and we\u2019ll collect your shoe size before you travel.\n"},{"question":"Is this a phone-free trip?","answer":"Our wellbeing\u00a0trips are designed to help you be fully present\u00a0without banning technology or creating anxiety.\nThroughout each journey, there are gentle, clearly marked moments where you will be invited to put your phone away during shared experiences and meals. Participation is always optional, but strongly encouraged, as these phone-free windows are where the real magic tends to happen.\nFor unforgettable moments, your Pack Leader and a dedicated Flashpacker will capture photos for the group, allowing you to stay immersed without missing the memories. Additionally, those who love photography are encouraged to bring a DSLR or digital camera.\nAs mentioned above however, Wi-Fi is available in one communal area only and can be slow or intermittent, and there\u2019s no mobile signal. This is your chance to properly switch off, slow down and fully immerse yourself in life in the Amazon \u2013 but the retreat staff will always be able to contact loved ones in case of an emergency.\n"},{"question":"What happens if I want or need to sit out of an activity?","answer":"At Flash Pack, we\u2019re all about adventure, but we get that not every activity will be for everyone. If there is something that you need to skip, your Pack Leader can suggest ways to make the most of your free time. Your trip price covers the itinerary as a whole, so activities you choose not to join aren\u2019t refundable.\n"},{"question":"Will the itinerary change?","answer":"As this journey takes place in a remote part of the Amazon, plans may need to adapt due to weather, river conditions or other factors outside our control. Rain can sometimes affect activities like boat journeys or wildlife spotting.\nIf conditions aren\u2019t right, your Pack Leader and local guides will adjust the plan with safe, meaningful alternatives \u2013 such as cultural talks or time learning more about indigenous community life. Any changes are made with your safety and overall experience in mind.\nWe also plan departures outside of peak rainy season to reduce disruption, and may occasionally make small updates to keep the experience fresh.\n"}],"hotels":[],"wellness_rooms":[{"name":"Rainforest Bungalow","description":"Note: own room not available on night five","room_square_meters":0,"is_exclusive_room":false,"bullet_points":["Traditional Achuar architecture","Rainforest view","Private decks"],"extra_reference":"A_SHARING_WR2","gallery":["https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WR2_A6.jpg","https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WR2_A1.jpg","https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WR2_A3.jpg","https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WR2_A2.jpg","https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WR2_A4.jpg","https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WR2_A7.jpg"]},{"name":"Single bungalow","description":"Note: own room not available on night five","room_square_meters":0,"is_exclusive_room":false,"bullet_points":["Traditional Achuar architecture","Rainforest view","Private decks"],"extra_reference":"A_SINGLE_WR2","gallery":["https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WR2_A6.jpg","https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WR2_A1.jpg","https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WR2_A3.jpg","https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WR2_A2.jpg","https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WR2_A4.jpg","https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/WR2_A7.jpg"]}],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/trip\/153566","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/trip"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/trip"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/154822"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=153566"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}