1-day Limoncocha Firefly Tour
Start in Coca, explore town, then head to the reserve for a sunset canoe ride. Spot giant caimans, monkeys, and watch as fireflies light up the lagoon, creating a magical glow. After dinner in the community, transfer to Lago Agrio for the night and start your next Cuyabeno tour. A simple, unforgettable add-on to your journey!
From $160 p.p.
1-day Limoncocha Firefly Tour
From $160 p.p.
Start in Coca, explore town, then head to the reserve for a sunset canoe ride. Spot giant caimans, monkeys, and watch as fireflies light up the lagoon, creating a magical glow. After dinner in the community, transfer to Lago Agrio for the night and start your next Cuyabeno tour. A simple, unforgettable add-on to your journey!
When The Jungle Glows
Day 1: Arrival in Coca, Limoncocha Exploration & Night Canoe with Fireflies
- Your journey begins with your arrival in Coca (check our transportation guide). Our team will be waiting to meet you at the airport. From here, your adventure starts right away with a visit to Puerto Coca, including a walk along the docks and a short city tour to explore this riverside town.
- Around midday, we’ll stop for lunch at a local community-run restaurant, where you’ll enjoy a typical Ecuadorian meal from a set menu.
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After lunch, we’ll begin our drive to the Limoncocha Biological Reserve, approximately 1.5 hours from Coca. Upon arrival, we’ll take a guided walk through the reserve, spending about two hours exploring its rich biodiversity. Your guide will introduce you to the unique flora and fauna of the area, with opportunities to spot monkeys, exotic birds, amphibians, and possibly caimans hiding in the lagoons.
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As the light fades, we’ll transition to a short canoe activity to observe fireflies dancing across the water. Due to the high concentration of mosquitoes in the area, this activity is kept brief—20 to 25 minutes—but offers a magical moment in the Amazonian night.
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Dinner is served at 7:00 p.m. in the Limoncocha community, featuring another menu-style meal with local dishes.
- After dinner, we’ll continue our journey with a private transfer to Lago Agrio, where you’ll spend the night in a comfortable hotel. The next morning, you’ll be ready and well-rested to begin your next adventure, perhaps joining one of our exciting Cuyabeno jungle tours.
Day 1: Arrival in Coca, Limoncocha Exploration & Night Canoe with Fireflies
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- Our guide will meet us at El Puente de Cuyabeno at 11:00 a.m., providing an introduction to the reserve and its entrance procedures. We recommend taking the night shuttle bus which includes breakfast. For more information, check our transportation guide.
- We’ll embark on a captivating two-hour canoe journey along the Cuyabeno River to reach our Lodge. Along the way, if the weather is on our side, we might be lucky enough to spot various wildlife, including 10 different types of monkeys, with the pocket monkey being a unique find measuring just 10cm. Additionally, you’ll have opportunities to observe a variety of birds, reptiles, and mammals.
- After this adventurous journey, we’ll welcome you at the lodge with a satisfying lunch, allowing you to refuel. You’ll have time to check in and rest, preparing for the afternoon’s activities.
- At 4:30 p.m., we’ll set out for our second activity, Laguna Grande. Here, you can enjoy swimming, capture stunning photos, and witness a mesmerizing sunset.
- Upon returning to the lodge, we’ll embark on an excursion to search for Caimans and Boas in the river, offering a thrilling night encounter with these creatures.
- Dinner will be served at 8:00 p.m., providing a delicious conclusion to the day’s adventures. Afterward, you can retire to your lodging for a well-deserved rest.
Pricing & Details
We offer departures almost daily, so we can easily fit your schedule. Please choose the best option in our booking system.
2 to 5 travelers: $180 USD per person.
6 or more travelers: 160 USD per person.
Important notes:
- Prices are per person for the entire itinerary.
- The itinerary is subject to change due to external factors or to ensure the best experience.
Cuyabeno Wildlife Center owns and manages the itinerary, and we exclusively partner with a lodge to operate the tour.
Guided excursions: All activities listed in the itinerary with a bilingual, certified, local naturalist guide.
Meals: Menu-style meals begin with lunch and dinner on the first day and end with breakfast on the next morning.
*We can cater to vegetarian, vegan, and other dietary restrictions.
Transport: Pick-up from Coca Airport, transport from Coca City to Limoncocha Reserve, canoe transport on Limoncocha Lagoon, and transfer from Limoncocha to Lago Agrio.
Overnight Stay: Tourist or standard-class accommodation in Lago Agrio.
Transportation: Flights from Quito – Coca City – Quito.
Meals: Meals outside the tour, like breakfast on the first day.
Tips: Optional, but our crew really appreciates it.
Additional Expenses: Any costs not covered in the tour package.
Taxes: Applies to Ecuadorian travelers and companies.
This tour begins in Coca and ends in Lago Agrio.
If you are in Quito, we strongly advise flying to and from Coca.
For more information about the different options, please visit: Transport options to the Cuyabeno.
We offer departures almost daily, so we can easily fit your schedule. Please choose the best option in our booking system.
2 to 5 travelers: $180 USD per person.
6 or more travelers: 160 USD per person.
Important notes:
- Prices are per person for the entire itinerary.
- The itinerary is subject to change due to external factors or to ensure the best experience.
Cuyabeno Wildlife Center owns and manages the itinerary, and we exclusively partner with a lodge to operate the tour.
Guided excursions: All activities listed in the itinerary with a bilingual, certified, local naturalist guide.
Meals: Menu-style meals begin with lunch and dinner on the first day and end with breakfast on the next morning.
*We can cater to vegetarian, vegan, and other dietary restrictions.
Transport: Pick-up from Coca Airport, transport from Coca City to Limoncocha Reserve, canoe transport on Limoncocha Lagoon, and transfer from Limoncocha to Lago Agrio.
Overnight Stay: Tourist or standard-class accommodation in Lago Agrio.
Transportation: Flights from Quito – Coca City – Quito.
Meals: Meals outside the tour, like breakfast on the first day.
Tips: Optional, but our crew really appreciates it.
Additional Expenses: Any costs not covered in the tour package.
Taxes: Applies to Ecuadorian travelers and companies.
This tour begins in Coca and ends in Lago Agrio.
If you are in Quito, we strongly advise flying to and from Coca.
For more information about the different options, please visit: Transport options to the Cuyabeno.