The Ecuadorian Amazon region covers vast areas of forest and extensive river system arises from the snowy peaks of the Andes. This place is not only home to an incredible exotic flora and fauna that should be protected, it is also the home of various ethnic groups who for centuries have learned to live with their environment and enabled the development of their culture and traditions. Within these cultures we can cite the Kichwa, Huaorani, Shuar, Achuar, Cofan, Siona, such as Sequoia and other uncontacted Tagaeri and Taromenane.
1. FAUNA PRODUCTION RESERVE CUYABENO.
La Cuyabeno Reserva is a maze of black lagoons that are connected by various waterways. It is a magical place where visitors lose track of space, the result of reflection of the sky, clouds and trees on the surface of the water that give the impression that the world has doubled.
The birds perch on the trees that emerge from the water, thick forest is graced by the presence of mammals of various species, including monkeys, sloths, capybaras, in the water one can see the playful giant otters, alligators, the shy pink dolphin and various fish such as piranha.
The warm climate attracts visitors to swim in the refreshing waters of small lakes, is a place full of legends, well written by members of the communities that inhabit the reserve and share their culture, traditions and knowledge of the jungle.
2. Yasuni National Park.
It is the most biologically diverse forest in the world, on one hectare of this place there are more species of plants throughout North America, a tree in the Yasuni is home to more species of ants throughout England and could put many more examples of the variety and number of mammals, reptiles, amphibians, insects and fish found in this mysterious corner of Ecuador and which has won recognition as the most biodiverse place on the planet and a World Biosphere Reserve.
The tropical rainforest, full of marshes and lagoons also brings together a fabulous cultural heritage within ethnic groups. Another particularity of this place is the presence of people "uncontacted" as the Tagaeri Taromenane and Oñamenane, they live in an "untouchable zone" with a minimal or negligible relationship with people of "western."
In recent years, several efforts are being made to protect this area through environmental remediation programs and community and eco-tourism, the presence of oil and groups related to the timber industry have threatened this area so important not only for the Ecuador, but for all who live on Earth.
It is certainly an adventure and experience not to be missed.
3. Cayambe - Coca Ecological Reserve
An extraordinary and unique place. On the planet there is no other place where the equator crosses the snow line of a snow. The Cayambe at an altitude of 5790 meters, is the third highest mountain in Ecuador, appreciated by many climbers worldwide for its steep walls and the beautiful scenery that can be spotted from the summit. The snow is part of the Cayambe - Coca, which mixes scenes from the Andean highlands and the cloud forest scenarios. For those lovers of Ice Climbing, there you'll enjoy!
The combination of these scenarios give rise to spaces ideal for adventure sports like mountain climbing, hiking in the middle of wilderness and lakes (81 lakes), kayaking and rafting. It is an area where you can appreciate a wide variety of birds among which we can cite the condor, a bird symbolic of the country and indigenous cultures that inhabit the slopes and foothills of the Andes.
4. Sangay National Park
Natural Heritage of Humanity, Sangay National Park is a system comprised of perpetual snow, rivers, lakes, waterfalls, rain forests and cloud. This site offers the opportunity to watch three of the most beautiful summits of Ecuador: The Altar, Tungurahua and Sangay.
It is an ideal destination for adventurers, for those who enjoy long walks, seekers of plants and beautiful flowers such as orchids, for nature lovers and history because we can walk routes of the ancient Inca ruins Ingapirca. The park has nearly half of the ecosystems that exist in Ecuador.
5. Limoncocha BIOLOGICAL RESERVE.
Limoncocha Biological Reserve was hidden for most of the world, was known only by hunters from nearby communities to rise until the middle of last century. During the day offers the opportunity to observe waterfowl, fish and turtles. The night is ideal for exploring the lake in search of small pairs of eyes that give the sign of the presence of alligators.
The starry nights are complemented by a series of strange sounds produced by monkeys, birds and amphibians. The climate is hot and humid composed of thick vegetation and several lakes. A natural process of the Rio Napo, cause within the next 50 years Limoncocha become part of the river branch.
Undoubtedly the Ecuador offers the easiest access to unique places in the Amazon region ... It's a matter of minutes or few hours to get from the Andean highlands to the lush jungle and its mysteries.
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