Signature Canopy Adventures
Discover the Amazon’s most iconic experiencesRise above the rainforest and uncover perspectives few ever see. From the sweeping views of the Kapok Tower to the treetop journey of the Canopy Walk and the thrilling ascent of the Canopy Exploration Crane, these signature experiences bring you face-to-face with the Amazon’s hidden wonders, where every step reveals a world alive with color, sound, and life.
Canopy Exploration Crane
A 360-degree adventureGuests may now rise 150 feet (45 meters) above the ground to explore the rainforest canopy in an elevator-like metal basket suspended from a 150-foot-long boom. Using a remote control, our guides will move the basket throughout 2 acres (0.8 hectares) of forest to drop in on birds and monkeys from above as they go about their daily lives. The Canopy Crane is equipped with sensors to keep it from bumping into trees, so your exploration will be as safe as it is thrilling.
*Temporarily unavailable due to scheduled maintenance*
Learn moreCanopy Walk
A walkway on the wild sideImagine crossing the rainforest on a bridge 94 feet (36 meters) high, over the treetops. This sturdy, 940-foot (275-meter) walkway is fixed to the ground by three metal towers, and offers an astounding opportunity to spot dozens of animals and epiphytes seldom seen from below, immersing you in the canopy. You might even follow along with troops of monkeys as they forage through the canopy. And if you don’t see them, you’ll almost certainly hear them - howler monkeys roaring at sunset like true kings of the jungle.
Learn moreKapok Tower
Ready for some epic tree-climbing?You’ll feel like you’re on top of the world on our 135-foot (43-meter) observation tower, a platform built on the highest branches of a giant kapok tree. From here, magnificent, panoramic views of the forest unfold all around, while over 580 bird species registered in the area, including rainbow-colored toucans and parrots, become easy to spot. Climb onto the crow's nest for a 360-degree experience as "captain" of the Amazon.
Learn moreDanta Tower
Swamp secrets beneath the canopyExplore the hidden depths of the Amazon at Danta Tower, a 72-foot-high (22-meter-high) platform nestled within a lush swamp. This unique location places you within the canopy’s mid-story, offering a rare chance to observe the rich biodiversity that thrives in this specialized environment. Immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience that brings you closer to the heart of the rainforest.
Learn moreMoments of Leisure
Relaxation and Discovery Between AdventuresEven amid all of our adventures, there’s time to slow down and relax. Enjoy the serene Lake Pool, marvel at vibrant butterflies in the Butterfly House, or savor the flavors of cacao in our immersive Cacao Experience. Each activity offers a gentle pause to experience the rainforest at your own pace.
Lake Pool
Dive into the black waters of Pilchicocha LakeIdeal for families, the Lake Pool is the only one of its kind in the Amazon region. The plunge pool, protected by a mesh enclosure, allows you to cool off and relax in the black shallows of the Pilchicocha Lake, without fear of encountering the unknown. You could even spot caiman and giant otters swimming on the other side of the net.
The Butterfly House
A live exhibition conservatoryDesigned as a live exhibition conservatory, guests will be shown how these beautiful insects are bred and raised, and may roam through the "flying room,” where hundreds of colorful butterflies flutter from flower to flower. Malachite butterflies, spectacular blue morphos, striking tiger longwings, cracker butterflies and giant nocturnal owl butterflies are just a few of the species you’ll encounter here, up close and in person.
Cacao Experience
A live exhibition conservatoryAvailable during your free time, this activity invites guests to explore the traditional art of chocolate-making—from harvesting and roasting to grinding and tasting your very own creation. Set in a charming, newly built native-style house next to the Butterfly House, the experience is fully immersed in the lush surroundings of Sacha Lodge's private reserve, offering a hands-on journey into the flavors and culture of the Amazon.
Essential Amazon Activities
Beyond Sacha's Reserve
Venture beyond the Lodge to discover the wonders of Yasuní National Park. Experience the vibrant colors and playful calls of macaws at the Macaw Tree, witness parrots gather at the famed Yasuní Parrot Lick, or connect with local culture through meaningful encounters with the Nueva Providencia community.
Community Encounters
Learn about the community’s day-to-dayOur visit takes us to the Shipati Warmi project, an initiative run by and benefiting the women of the Providencia community of Yasuní. Through an unobtrusive dialogue, we learn about their day-to-day lives—how they dry clothes in the jungle and the challenges of getting to school—before helping to prepare and trying traditional food. It’s a unique, intimate experience in which we discover both the differences and similarities between our own culture and another. The Shipati Warmi project asks that each guest make a USD $10 contribution.
*Wednesdays and Sundays only*
Yasuni Parrot Lick
A show of sound and colourA short distance from Sacha Lodge is Ecuador’s most accessible parrot lick, an exposed clay riverbank where technicolor parrots of several different species gather in the early morning. In ideal conditions (sunny and dry) hundreds of parrots will perch on and eat the exposed clay in a spectacular show of sound and color. The lick is located on the edge of Yasuní National Park, which is accessible from Sacha by a short canoe ride down the Napo River.
*Wednesdays and Sundays only*
The Macaw Tree
Capture the vibrant colors of the AmazonWitness a vibrant spectacle at the Macaw Tree, where the colors of the Amazon come alive. This prime observation spot offers the perfect opportunity to photograph blue-and-yellow macaws as they perch and feed in the treetops. Don’t miss this unforgettable wildlife experience, where every visit supports local conservation efforts. The local community where the tree is located requests that each guest make a USD $10 contribution to support local conservation.
*Wednesdays and Sundays only*
