BOOKING, CANCELLATION & PAYMENT POLICIES AVAILABILITY AND RESERVATION REQUESTS
The highest biodiversity in the Ecuadorian Amazon Rainforest!
The most biodiverse spot in the planet per unit hectare. We are the only ecolodge in Ecuador 100% owned and run by an indigenous community
AVAILABILITY AND RESERVATION REQUESTS
- All requests for holds, reservations, cancellations, changes to travel dates and payments must be submitted via email.
- Please note that an availability request does not constitute a confirmation.
- All bookings must be made via email. Once a reservation is confirmed by Sani Lodge, it is guaranteed.
- The passenger's personal information form should be sent together with the confirmation request by email.
- If special requirements are not clearly specified in the confirmation request, Sani Lodge will not be held responsible.
- The reservation will be reconfirmed by the "Service Voucher", which will be issued once full payment of the reservation has been received.
- During the high season (June to August and December to February), Sani Lodge reserves the right to request immediate payment of the total reservation amount.
PAYMENTS
- A deposit of 30% of the total non-refundable reservation amount is required within 10 working days of confirmation. This deposit guarantees the reservation; failure to meet this deadline will result in the reservation being automatically cancelled.
- The full payment is due 30 days prior to the trip departure.
CANCELLATION
- Please note that if the Ecuadorian border is closed or unforeseen events occur that prevent the Lodge from operating as usual, this deposit will be applied as a credit to your future trip.
- The credit will be valid for 12 months from the date of deposit. In the event of a natural disaster in the area, Sani Lodge will refund 100% of the deposit minus a 15%.
- Cancellation within ninety to forty-five days prior to trip: 50% penalty; 45 to 1 day prior to departure: 100% penalty of the net price.
Why choose Sani?
About Us
Yasuní biosphere reserve
The highest biodiversity in the Ecuadorian Amazon Rainforest!
Sani Lodge is situated within the Yasuní Biosphere Reserve, owns 42,000 hectares, 25,000 of which are part of the Yasuní National Park. The nearest town is Francisco de Orellana (Coca), accessible by motor canoe in three hours. The secluded location, free from external influences, offers an ideal setting to experience the unique biodiversity of the region's primary forest, regarded by scientists as the most diverse per unit area on the planet.
Mission
Our aim is to provide a livelihood for the Sani Isla Kichwa community by offering guests the opportunity to experience our culture and unique beautiful environment while promoting sustainable ecotourism in the Ecuadorian Amazon Rainforest.
The following values guide our actions and decisions:
• Respect for the Environment
• Respect for Human Dignity
• Team work
• Professionalism
Our Vision
To give the world a deeper understanding of what it means to live in harmony with the forest and allow others to experience our way of life.
By promoting sustainable practices here in Ecuador, we can show the world how effective sustainable ecotourism can be.
Becoming an internationally recognised tourist destination of excellence will empower us to grow and protect our community, our Rainforest home, culture and traditions for generations to come.
Air transport
A short 30 minute flight from Quito to Francisco de Orellana (Coca) is the quickest way to get to the starting point of the trip.
Ground transportation
The journey from Quito to the Amazon Basin takes approximately five and a half hours. The route ascends to an altitude of 4,000 metres on the eastern slopes of the Andes, before descending through spectacular valleys and stunning landscapes to reach the Amazon Basin at 500 metres. The final destination is Puerto Francisco de Orellana (Coca), situated at an altitude of 255 metres above sea level. Vans with a driver can be hired upon request.
Bus Option
There are two terminals in Quito: Quitumbe in the south and Carcelen in the north. We advise that you take the last bus at 11:30 PM, which takes seven hours. There are numerous bus companies operating such as Baños, Esmeraldas and Putumayo
Travelling from the south of Ecuador
Baños hot springs is an ideal location to continue your journey into the jungle. This is an excellent option for those who have already explored the south of the country, including Cuenca city, Cotopaxi National Park and the surrounding area.
Outsanding Wildlife
A visit to Sani Lodge is an opportunity to explore our forest, which is home to 2274 species, including a wide variety of climbers, epiphytes, millennial trees and shrubs. This vast sanctuary is home to a wide variety of animals including jaguars, pumas, giant otters, squirrel monkeys, as well as 580 species of birds, 80 species of bats, 105 species of amphibians, 83 species of reptiles, 64 species of stingless bees and 100,000 insects per hectare. Our extensive knowledge of Amazonian wildlife allows us to provide our clients with an authentic and unique experience of the Ecuadorian Amazon rainforest.We are home to twelve species of monkeys, including squirrel, howler, tamarin, wolly and spider monkeys.
Let’s Get In Touch!
It would be great to hear from you! If you got any questions, please do not hesitate to send us a message. We are looking forward to hearing from you! We reply within 24 hours!
