Ecuador's Oriente - Accessible Amazon

Sustainable tourism in Ecuador (Contra Costa Times): "While Ecuador's slice of Amazonian pie is comparatively slim, the Oriente is still one of the most abundantly complex and fragile areas in the world.

Despite an ease of access and diverse attractions, the Ecuadorian jungle remains a puzzle to navigate. Visitors to Quito find hundreds of agencies shuffling packages from dozens of outfitters, some of whom change name or disappear midseason."

List of tour agencies, jungle lodges and tips for a successful adventure in Ecuador's Oriente, the Rainforest Region of Ecuador where you'll find Rainforest, wildlife and adventure.

Getting around in the Oriente sometimes involves a canoe ride, such as this one on the Rio Napo.

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