Getting to Cuyabeno National Park

Getting to Cuyabeno National Park

How to Get to Cuyabeno and Green Forest Ecolodge

Reaching Green Forest Ecolodge, in the Ecuadorian Amazon, involves a journey by road followed by a canoe ride along the Cuyabeno River. Cuyabeno Bridge is our meeting point, where our team will welcome you before continuing to the lodge.

You can travel from Quito, Baños, Lago Agrio, or Coca by shared shuttle, public bus, private transfer, or your own vehicle.

Meeting Point: Cuyabeno Bridge

Plan to arrive at the bridge between 11:30 am and noon, according to the meeting time confirmed for your booking. After completing the reserve entry registration, you will begin the canoe journey.

The canoe ride to Green Forest Ecolodge takes approximately two to two and a half hours, depending on river conditions. Along the way, you can enjoy the Amazonian scenery and your first opportunities to spot wildlife.

Round-trip canoe transportation is included in all our tour packages. Ground transportation to the bridge is booked separately. 

How to Get There from Quito

Shared Shuttle Direct to Cuyabeno Bridge

The shuttle travels from designated pickup points in Quito directly to our meeting point. Departure is the night before your tour begins. For example, if your tour starts on Friday, you should travel on Thursday night.

The usual pickup points and departure times are:

Please arrive 15 minutes before departure at your confirmed pickup point. Arrival at Cuyabeno Bridge is expected around 10:00 am, with some waiting time before meeting our team.

• One-way fare: USD 37 per person.
• Round-trip fare: USD 74 per person.
• From Quito: no departures on Tuesday nights.
• Return to Quito: no departures on Wednesdays or Saturdays.   

The shuttle is operated by an external transportation company. We can help you reserve your seat and confirm your pickup details.

Public Bus from Quitumbe

The Putumayo bus company offers a departure from Quitumbe Terminal at 9:30 pm, heading to Cuyabeno Bridge. The approximate fare is USD 23 per person.

Take this bus the night before your tour begins. We recommend arriving at the terminal early to purchase your ticket and confirming the departure time with the bus company.

You can also travel from Quito to Lago Agrio and take a connecting bus to the bridge. Allow enough time for the connection when choosing this route.

How to Get There from Baños de Agua Santa

From Baños bus terminal, you can take the Transportes Baños overnight bus to Lago Agrio, departing at approximately 10:45 pm.

Once in Lago Agrio, continue by road to Cuyabeno Bridge. You can take a public bus or reserve a seat on the shared shuttle in advance.

Leave Baños the night before your tour begins, and let us know your travel plans so we can help you organize the connection.  

How to Get There from Lago Agrio

The journey from Lago Agrio to Cuyabeno Bridge takes approximately two hours. You can choose between:

• Public bus: Putumayo and Petrolera operate this route with frequent departures. At the terminal, confirm the next departure and make sure the bus stops at Cuyabeno Bridge.
• Shared shuttle: USD 12 per person, with advance booking and subject to availability. Our team will confirm your pickup point and time.

If you take a public bus, aim to leave Lago Agrio before 8:30 am to allow enough time to reach the meeting point.

How to Get There from Coca

You can combine a flight to Coca with ground transportation to Cuyabeno Bridge. The road journey takes approximately three and a half to four hours.

We can arrange a private transfer from the airport or your accommodation. To reach the group meeting point on time, one option is to spend the previous night in Coca and leave for the bridge around 7:00 am.

Contact us before booking your flights. If you land in Coca on the morning your tour begins, you may arrive after the regular canoe departure. We will need to check whether a special arrival arrangement is possible and confirm any additional costs.

Your return flight should also be coordinated in advance, allowing enough time for both the canoe journey and the road transfer to the airport. 

Private Transportation

If you prefer an exclusive vehicle for your partner, family, or group, we can arrange private transfers from Quito, Baños, Coca, and other cities.

Pickup can be arranged at your accommodation or another agreed location. Departure times are planned to ensure you reach Cuyabeno Bridge in time for the start of your tour.

Request a quote by providing your departure city, travel date, and number of passengers.

Arriving in Your Own Vehicle

You can drive to Cuyabeno Bridge, where the road portion of your journey ends. Contact our team for information about parking options and conditions during your stay.

Plan your route to arrive at the agreed time. The final journey to Green Forest Ecolodge is by canoe, so your arrival must be coordinated in advance.

Planning Your Return Journey

On the final day of your tour, arrival at Cuyabeno Bridge is expected between approximately 11:00 and 11:30 am. From there, you can continue to your next destination.

If you are returning to Quito, use these approximate arrival times to plan your trip:

Travel times may vary depending on traffic, road conditions, and connections. Remember that the return shuttle to Quito does not operate on Wednesdays or Saturdays. We can advise you on the available alternatives for those days.

Let Us Help You Plan Your Arrival

When booking your stay, share your departure city, tour start date, and preferred transportation option. We will confirm your meeting point and travel arrangements with you.

Schedules and fares are approximate and will be confirmed when arranging your booking.

Visit our Transportation to Cuyabeno page for further details about services, pickup points, and reservations.

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