★ 5.0 Google · 750+ reviews | Shared and private room options | Meals Guests Rave About | Family-like Hospitality | Peaceful and Playful Spaces to unwind
Choose your Cuyabeno Stay
Whether you’re traveling solo, as a couple, or with family and friends, you can choose the room style that matches your comfort level and budget.
SPIDER ROOM
Shared 4-bed room
Best for: Solo travelers and social butterflies
The most affordable way to stay at Tucan. It is for guests who care more about being here than closing the door behind them.
Why Spider Room?
- Most social and budget-friendly option
- Great for meeting other travelers
- Comfortable base between excursions
NEST ROOM
Private double/triple room
Best for: Couples, friends, and small families
The one that balances value, comfort and privacy so you can end the day quietly while staying close to mingle in the lodge.
Why Nest Room?
- More privacy and quiet
- Rustic design with private balcony
- A more relaxed stay experience
JUNGLE SUITE
Private Suite
Best for: Couples, honeymooners & nature lovers
The most private option for guests who want more space, more quiet, and a room that feels a little more tucked into the experience.
Why Jungle Suit?
- Most private lodge experience
- Features spectacular jungle views
- Private balcony with large hammock
All stays have the same activities, same meals, same guides, same shared spaces. What changes is privacy, comfort, and price.
More than a Place to Sleep
It is not just where you sleep between activities. But how you spend your time here contributes to the whole experience.
Tucán Lodge is a 100% locally owned Cuyabeno lodge inside the Cuyabeno Wildlife reserve, with shared and private rooms for different kinds of travelers.
This is where you wake up to the sound of birds and monkeys, delicious meals that bring everyone back together, and the pier somehow becomes both a playground and a place to unwind.
You may come here for the reserve, the wildlife, and the river. But you will leave remembering how it felt to stay here and call it your jungle home for a few days.
Our chef is from the local community, and cooking here isn’t just her job, it’s her joy. Working with what’s available, adapting to dietary needs, and getting creative along the way, she somehow turns simple ingredients into meals people rave about.
She loves it when guests ask questions, want to learn how something’s made, or go back for seconds (or thirds).
And yes! We serve what might be the best beer in the Amazon.
Homemade, freshly brewed, and a guaranteed “Happy Gringo”.
The spaces we design are social, but without pressure.
We have hammocks that face the river where you can unwind peacefully between activities.
There’s a yoga room to stretch and get grounded, and a gym to flex some muscles and break some sweat.
You can also jump off the pier with friends, and paddle across the river with our standup paddle to look for more species if the activities ain’t enough.
Why guests keep recommending Tucán Lodge
Difference in the rooms or suits you choose never change the overall experience at Tucán Lodge.
Our Cuyabeno Lodge Prices at a glance
All prices per person. Includes accommodation, all meals, all guided activities, equipment, and park fees.
Spider Room4-bed shared · Solo travelers |
Nest RoomPrivate double/triple · Couples & friends |
Jungle SuitePrivate suite · Most space |
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| Explore 3-Day Tour |
$330 | $360 | $380 |
| Experience 4-Day Tour |
$360 | $390 | $430 |
| Enjoy 5-Day Tour |
$440 | $470 | $520 |
Prices do not include VAT for national passengers or Ecuadorian companies.
Details about transport options and additional costs are shared after you check availability.
✓ Included in all tours
- Bilingual naturalist guide
- Accommodation as selected
- All meals during the tour (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Unlimited water, coffee, tea and snacks at the lodge
- Guided activities in the itinerary
- Essential equipment (rain poncho and rubber boots up to size 46)
X Not included
- Transport Quito – Cuyabeno – Quito ($37 one way, $74 both ways)
- Breakfast on day one and dinner on the last day
- Additional beverages and tips
- Community contributions: $10 shaman – $10 local family
- Anything not specified in the program
- Bad moods (the jungle usually takes care of those)
From Our Guests
Real travelers sharing real Cuyabeno Experiences with us.
“Best experience and trip I’ve had in 20 months of travelling around the world. Everybody at the lodge makes you feel so welcome and creates such a positive vibe.”
4-Day Experience
“Carlos can balance a Tucan on his back — a real highlight of my trip. The food and staff at Tucan Lodge are fantastic. Only lodge 100% owned by locals.”
4-Day Experience
“I went for 5 days and wanted to stay longer. Stalin made us laugh a lot, answered every question, and if he didn’t know the answer he would go find out.”
5-Day Enjoy
How it works
Let us answer any queries or clear any doubts. We’d rather you arrive with the right expectations than rush a decision you’ll be thinking about for months.
Send us your dates
Via WhatsApp or the enquiry form below. Tell us which tour you’re leaning toward and your group size. Two minutes. No commitment required.
We confirm availability
We reply the same day with availability, final pricing itemised clearly, and answers to any remaining questions. No hidden costs appear later.
You confirm, we handle the rest
A 50% deposit holds your dates. We send the packing list, transport options, and day-by-day overview. We’re reachable before, during, and after your trip.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions most people ask before booking a stay at Tucan Lodge
Choose the Spider Room if you are traveling solo or want the most social and budget-friendly option. Best for solo travelers or social butterflies.
Choose the Nest Room if you want privacy while staying closer to the main lodge and shared spaces. Best for couples, families or friends.
Choose the Jungle Suite if you want the most space, the most independence, and a quieter, more secluded stay. Best for couples, honeymooners, or nature lovers.
Usually the Spider Room. It is our best value option and the most common choice for solo travelers. Because it is a shared room, it is also a great way to meet other guests enjoying the same Cuyabeno experience.
Yes. Couples usually choose the Nest Room or the Jungle Suite, both private options with their own balcony and private facilities. The Nest Room is a great choice if you want comfort and privacy while staying closer to the shared lodge spaces, while the Jungle Suite is best for couples wanting more independence, more space, and a more secluded jungle feel.
Absolutely. Tucán Lodge welcomes families of all kinds: with children, older adults, or several generations traveling together. We believe it is never about age, but about the vibe: curiosity, openness, and a love for life and nature. If your family enjoys meaningful experiences, shared adventure, and warm hospitality, you will likely feel very at home here.
Tucán Lodge is a place where families can slow down, laugh together, and create memories in the rainforest that stay with them long after the trip ends.
Yes, meals are included during your stay, and they are often one of the most appreciated parts of the experience. Guests regularly mention the freshness, variety, and generous portions. It is one more reason the lodge feels welcoming, not just practical.
Staying in a lodge in Cuyabeno is part of the experience itself. You spend the day exploring the rainforest and return to a peaceful jungle lodge to rest, enjoy fresh meals, watch the river, and listen to the sounds of the forest. It feels immersive, personal, and much more connected to nature than a standard hotel stay.
Tucán Lodge stands out for its knowledgeable local guides, warm family-like hospitality, and deep respect for the people, wildlife, and environment of Cuyabeno. Our guides are from the local community and genuinely love sharing their home, which makes the experience feel more personal, authentic, and connected. Guests often leave not only with great wildlife memories, but feeling more connected to nature, to themselves, and to the people they met here.
Reception is limited and we do not offer Wifi to our guests. In a world where we are always connected, its rare to be disconnected from the outside world. Exactly, why we do this on purpose. Most guests find that when they remain offline for a few days, not only was it never a problem, they also find it extremely valuable to disconnect.
Simply send us your travel dates, number of travelers, and preferred room type, and we will let you know what is available. We can also help recommend the best room option based on your trip style, comfort preferences, and budget.
We recommend that we help you arrange tourist transportation from Quito. Here is a simple overview:
- Bus departs the night before your tour at 8:30 pm
- Pick-up points include Bluehouse Hostel Floresta and Secret Garden Hostel
- Travel time is approximately 9 hours, with regular rest stops
- Breakfast stop in the morning before the tour begins
Please note: this service is operated by an external company. Tucan Lodge is not responsible for delays or changes related to transportation.
Breakfast on the way to Cuyabeno and lunch on the return trip are included.
Transport costs are paid separately to us and confirmed clearly before your trip.
Check availability for your stay
Tell us your dates, how many people are traveling, and which room you are considering. We will reply with availability and the straight answer on what fits best.
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