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| Excursions from Macas: | | Overview
| Tours from Macas | Native guides | Jungle lodges | Parque Nacional Sangay | Book a Tour | | East of Macas you'll find an archaeological museum "The Salesian Sevilla Don Bosco mission", a relaxed place to enjoy the beautiful views of the Río Upano. Nearby, about 2 km north is La Cascada, a nice area for picnics, football, volleyball or swimming. Near Santa Rosa along the road to Sangay National Park there is a very interesting archaeological site with several "Tolas"
called Complejo Hombre Jaguar. |  Tours from Macas | | | There are several tour agencies in Macas, as well as many independent guides offering tours to the Jungle. Before signing any written commitment with anyone, always make
sure what is and what is not involved in a contract. |  | | Native guides | | Only an authorized Shuar guide can take visitors into the Shuar's territory.
The Shuars have preserved this tradition for several decades. So,
if you wish to visit their community you must be prepared to share their customs and traditions. Your Shuar host will prepare you for this experience. We have listed below a couple of Shuar agencies for you to consider as follows:
Alfredo Uyungara, and family offer several adventure trips to the villages of Yaupi, Wisui and the enchanted Jurijri caves. Their office is in Macas. Reservations: Tel. 07-701578. Fundación Tuntui.- Hikes to Makuma and nearby villages. Reservations:
Tel. 07-898321, cellular 09-9707369. |
| | Jungle Lodges | | | Kapawi Ecological Reserve.- Located in the Achuar territory, this is an upmarket jungle lodge on the Río Pastaza. The lodge has been built under the Achuar architecture and style. The access to this lodge is by aircraft or canoe. The reserve is very rich in biodiversity and you'll have an unforgettable experience watching the magnificent forest and its inhabitants. Book in advance through our online Travel
Agencies and Tour operators network reservation form. | | | Sangay National Park | | The beautiful active volcano Sangay, is part of Parque Nacional Sangay.
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volcano is best viewed when the weather is clear. Also visit climbing Sangay.
The surrounding areas of the park are great for walking. The entrance fee is about US$ 10.00. The village 9 de Octubre is very close to the park, about an hour walk. Frequent buses to the village are available from Macas. The Ministerio del Ambiente in Macas (on Juan de la Cruz and 29 de Mayo) can also help you with more information. | | | Book a Tour | | | The Best of Ecuador.com (BOE) has lately teamed up with the most recognized,
respected Travel Agencies and Tour operators in the country. By filling in our online Travel Agencies and Tour operators network reservation form, visitors may ask for a quote and book in advance as well for professional guided tours to Macas, Sangay National park excursions and more. | | | Excursions from Macas: | | Overview | Tours from Macas | Native guides | Jungle lodges | Parque Nacional Sangay | Book a Tour | | Surrounding areas: | | Macas
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