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Tena

Welcome to Tena, Ecuador – the ultimate jungle playground! Nestled at the confluence of rivers, this vibrant town is perfect for thrill-seekers! Dive into rafting, zip-line through lush canopies, or sip on freshly brewed coffee. Don't miss the vibrant artisan markets and enchanting waterfalls nearby. Adventure and relaxation await in this Amazonian gem! Pack your bags and let the fun begin!

Recommendations

Outdoor4.4/5

Parque Amazónico La Isla

Nestled in the heart of Tena, Parque Amazónico La Isla offers a captivating glimpse into Ecuador's rich biodiversity, featuring lush trails, exotic wildlife, and engaging cultural exhibits that celebrate the Amazon's unique heritage.

Outdoor4.6/5

Malecón Escénico de Tena

Nestled along the river, Malecón Escénico de Tena offers breathtaking views of lush landscapes and vibrant local culture, making it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.

Landmark4.1/5

Mercado Central

Nestled in Tena, Ecuador, Mercado Central offers a vibrant tapestry of local flavors, handcrafted goods, and cultural experiences, making it an iconic destination for visitors seeking authentic Amazonian charm and delicious regional cuisine.

Landmark4.5/5

Jumandy Caves

Nestled in Archidona, Ecuador, Jumandy Caves offer a breathtaking underground adventure, featuring stunning rock formations, crystal-clear rivers, and rich indigenous history, making it a must-visit for nature lovers and explorers alike.

Landmark4.9/5

River People Ecuador (Rafting & Kayaking in Tena)

Experience the thrill of adventure with River People Ecuador in Tena, where pristine rivers and stunning landscapes offer unforgettable rafting and kayaking experiences amidst the lush Amazon rainforest.

Landmark4.4/5

Redondel Jumandy

Outdoor4.4/5

Tena Central Park

Landmark4.9/5

Akangau Jungle Expeditions

Landmark4.5/5

Tena Observation Deck

Landmark5/5

Kayak Ecuador

Cafe4.6/5

Cafe Tortuga

Cafe4.8/5

PANGAEA Coffee House

Eat4.2/5

La Chinola

Eat$$$4.4/5

La Carmela - Café cultural

Eat5/5

The Marquis

Eat4.5/5

Vagabundo Bar - Restaurante

Eat4.2/5

Parrilladas de Nancy

Eat$$$3.9/5

Restaurante Chuquitos

Eat4.6/5

Nacho Steak House Tena

Stays

Stay4.65/5

Moka Lodge

Nestled in the lush landscapes of Tena, Moka Lodge offers a unique blend of eco-luxury and cultural immersion, making it an unforgettable retreat for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike.

Stay4.5/5

Hotel Yurak

Nestled in the heart of Archidona, Hotel Yurak offers a blend of rustic charm and modern amenities, making it the perfect gateway to explore the stunning Amazon rainforest and vibrant local culture.

Stay4.45/5

Cotococha Amazon Lodge - Napo River Lodge

Nestled along the Napo River, Cotococha Amazon Lodge offers an immersive experience in the heart of the Amazon rainforest, featuring stunning biodiversity, guided tours, and authentic cultural encounters with indigenous communities.

Stay4.45/5

Hostal Tena Ñaui

Nestled in the heart of Tena, Hostal Tena Ñaui offers a serene oasis with lush gardens and vibrant local culture, making it an ideal retreat for adventurers and nature lovers alike.

Stay4.4/5

Hotel Palmar del Río Premium

Nestled in Archidona, Hotel Palmar del Río Premium offers a unique blend of luxury and nature, featuring lush gardens, stunning river views, and a refreshing pool, making it an ideal escape for tranquility and adventure.

Stay4.35/5

Hotel Terra Luna Lodge

Nestled in the enchanting Barrio Amazonas, Hotel Terra Luna Lodge offers an unforgettable escape with its eco-friendly design, stunning jungle views, and access to the breathtaking biodiversity of the Ecuadorian Amazon.

Stay4.2/5

Welcome break hostel

Stay4/5

Hakuna Matata Amazon Lodge

Nestled in the lush Amazon rainforest, Hakuna Matata Amazon Lodge offers an unforgettable eco-adventure with vibrant wildlife, guided nature trails, and rich indigenous culture, making it a perfect retreat for nature lovers and explorers.

Stay3.8/5

Gran Hotel Palmar del Río

Stay3.15/5

Hotel La Colina

Stay2.55/5

Hotel Río Tena

Stay4.8/5

HOTEL RIO AMAZONAS - Hotel con Piscinas en Tena, Napo Ecuador

Stay4.5/5

Hamadryade Lodge

Stay4.4/5

Hosteria las Heliconias

Things To Do
Provided by

5/5

7 h

Day rafting experience from Tena with lunch

We offer you an unforgettable day with lots of fun and adventure. But we also attach great importance to your safety. Which is why we give an introduction to the most important rules on the river at the beginning of every tour. Our equipment is flawless and is checked regularly. Everything according to the motto "Safety and Fun". You will definitely get wet.

$90.00

4.9/5

7 h

Route of the Dreams Full-day Trekking Jungle Tour in Tena

The jungle, rivers, caves, canyons, flora and fauna have made this majestic jungle the ideal place to hike and connect with nature. According to the stories of the local people, the spiritual connection with nature makes it possible to find tranquility in the jungle. The crystalline waters of the rivers brings a sense of peace and rejuvenation to every person who bathes in them. This tour is ideal for those who want to connect with nature and learn the secrets and myths of the jungle.

$87.00

5/5

7 h

Full-Day Rafting in Jondachi & Hollin Class IV Tena, Ecuador

We provide all our customers with first-rate equipment in excellent condition. This includes rafting, safety and camping equipment. All our rafting trips come with satellite tracking to enable emergency helicopter rescues. A safety kayaker will accompany you on all class III and upwards rafting trips. Our guides are certified and professionally trained in guiding and first-aid.

$130.00

96 h

4 Days Archidona Amazon and Kiwcha Community Tour

The Amazon rainforest's unmatched biodiversity lures visitors to lodges for an expedition into its exotic flora and fauna. Adventure seekers can enjoy hiking, canoeing, birdwatching, and wildlife watching via organized tours. Guests can immerse themselves in cultural experiences at lodges that cultivate connections with indigenous communities, highlighting their traditions, handicrafts, and regional cuisine. Many lodges prioritize sustainability and conservation, promoting eco-tourism. The Amazon serves as a serene remote getaway for travelers seeking solace in nature's tranquility. Photography enthusiasts will relish the captivating landscapes and wildlife the rainforest has to offer, providing a paradise for capturing stunning moments.

$540.00

4.4/5

5 h

1 Day Tour waterfalls Rout

On this ancestral route our guide will explain the ancestral traditions that were practiced in the canyons and natural jars and clean spirits in the waterfalls where bad energies can be purified

$70.00

4.7/5

72 h

3-Day Jungle Adventure from / to Tena - Napo Amazon Region

Why Book This 3-Day Jungle Adventure? Embark on an extraordinary Amazon experience departing from Tena, with reliable transportation, exclusive eco-lodge accommodations, and guided activities. Immerse yourself in the High Napo rainforest and explore vibrant Kichwa communities, the Monkey's Beach, and the scenic Napo River. Highlights: Guided rainforest hikes, river tubing, canoe rides, wildlife encounters, museums and visits to Indigenous communities. Unique Experiences: Night hikes to discover Amazonian wildlife, the Chocolate Route to learn cacao cultivation, and time to unwind at the lodge’s private river beach, pool, or spa. Convenient End Point: The tour concludes in Tena, offering easy connections to Baños, Quito, or beyond. This all-inclusive tour includes meals, entrance fees, rubber boots, life jackets, and expert guides. Don’t miss this opportunity to discover the Amazon’s wonders with comfort and adventure.

$420.00

5/5

72 h

Grand Selva 3-Day Jungle Expedition Amazonia Ecuador rainforest

The Ecuadorian Amazon in all its splendor with the most complete services. Walks, water sports, canoe rides, visits to the main attractions, animal sightings, indigenous cultural meeting - elaboration of "Chicha" and presentation of artisan cocoa with facial treatment. What else? A lodge in the middle of the jungle to rest with the sounds of the forest.

$316.00

5/5

7 h

360° Jungle Day Tour Expedition Amazonia Ecuador rainforest

If you are looking to have an exciting, authentic and unforgettable rainforest adventure, the 360° Jungle Tour Expedition Amazonia Ecuador is perfect for you. You will be exposed to water fun, wildlife, indigenous culture and lots more in only one day with the most modern equipment and safety standards. Don´t miss out!

$169.00

5/5

6 h

Amazon Forest to Table Cooking Class with Indigenous Hosts

This is not a demonstration-style cooking class, it’s a forest-to-table experience co-created with a Kichwa family on their own land. You’ll harvest ingredients directly from a traditional chakra, an Indigenous agroforestry system that mirrors the natural biodiversity of the Amazon and reflects generations of ecological knowledge. Rather than simply observing, you participate in every step: foraging seasonal ingredients, preparing dishes using traditional techniques, and assembling maitos cooked over fire. The experience is developed and operated in partnership with the host family, ensuring tourism directly supports local livelihoods and cultural continuity. By sharing a meal, stories, and homemade artisanal wines together, guests gain insight into a living Indigenous food tradition that is grown and practiced daily.

$85.00

5/5

96 h

4 Days Amazon Immersive Experience in the Cuyabeno Reserve

This 4-day Amazon expedition takes you deep into the Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve, one of Ecuador’s most biodiverse regions, for a true immersion into rainforest life. Traveling by canoe through narrow rivers and flooded forests, you’ll explore remote lagoons, spot wildlife like monkeys, pink river dolphins, caimans, and colorful birds, and experience the jungle at its most alive—from sunrise mist to nighttime sounds. Staying in a locally run eco-lodge and guided by expert Amazon naturalist guides, each day blends soft trekking, canoe paddling, wildlife observation, and cultural encounters with Indigenous communities. With small groups, low-impact activities, and a strong focus on conservation and community support, this experience offers an authentic, well-organized way to connect with the Amazon beyond the surface.

$440.00

72 h

Cuyabeno All-Inclusive 3-Day Amazon Tour

Discover one of the most biodiverse destinations on the planet with this program designed for travelers seeking nature, adventure, and total disconnection. Stay at a cozy lodge deep in the Amazon rainforest, surrounded by winding rivers, unique sounds, and incredible wildlife. Enjoy unforgettable experiences: Canoe along the Cuyabeno River Swim in Laguna Grande at sunset Explore the primary rainforest with a native guide Join night excursions to spot caimans and other Amazon wildlife Each day offers new opportunities to discover unique species, breathtaking landscapes, and truly connect with nature.

$450.00

5/5

96 h

4-Day Trip: Cuyabeno Amazon Experience

This Amazon Cuyabeno program is designed for adventurous travelers who love to experience nature without being disturbed by cell phones or wifi. You will stay at a simple eco-lodge with fresh water, normal toilets, comfortable beds and a common chill out place. You will have three meals a day on long tables together with the other guests. Activities during these days vary between wildlife spotting by canoe, hiking, and swimming.

$382.00

96 h

Amazon Wildlife Expedition Cuyabeno – 4 Days 3 Nights Lodge Stay

This tour takes you to the heart of the Cuyabeno Wildlife Production Reserve, one of the most biodiverse areas on the planet. Throughout this experience, you will live a total immersion in the jungle: river navigations, hikes through the primary jungle, wildlife sighting, cultural encounters with indigenous communities and unique experiences such as swimming in the Laguna Grande or participating in an ancestral clean with a shaman.

$550.00

9 h

Underwater World of the Galapagos Islands Private Snorkel Tour

Experience our Underwater World of the Galapagos Islands Private Snorkel Tour! Embark on a serene journey through the picturesque landscapes of Ecuador as you make your way to the heart of the city. Upon your arrival, meet your seasoned tour guide, ready to lead you on an enchanting tour of the Galapagos Islands. Explore the underwater world of the Galapagos Islands with a full-day snorkel tour from San Cristobal. Transportation is provided to three popular snorkel sites: Rosa Blanca, Sardinia Bay, and Kicker Rock. Keep an eye out for hammerhead sharks, sea turtles, rays, and octopuses. Reserve your tour now to avoid the stress of booking last minute upon arrival on the island. We'll greet you directly at the city center or hotels and ensure you return with ample time to relax and relish your day. Leave the details to us as we escort you on an extraordinary adventure, crafting memories that will stand the test of time!

$2,149.16

120 h

Cuyabeno Amazon Reserve: 5-Day Deep Jungle Adventure

This 5-day Amazonian adventure is designed for travelers seeking far more than just a quick jungle visit. Spending 4 nights deep within the Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve means more wildlife encounters, extra time to explore hidden lagoons and jungle trails, and more opportunities to experience the Amazon in its purest state. From paddling through flooded forests to spotting pink river dolphins and learning about indigenous cultures, this program offers a sustainable, immersive experience guided by local experts, featuring comfortable accommodations in an eco-lodge surrounded by untouched nature.

$667.00

5/5

7 h 30 mins

All Inclusive Mindo Cloud Forest in a Private Full Day Tour

This is a great experience of a lush green and unique semi-tropical ecosystem found in only 2% of the planet, the cloud forest. Located close to the capital city of Quito, yet very different, an amazing drive with a stop on the way to observe and feed humming birds, and see tmany colorful birds before getting to Mindo cloud forest, to then venture out and start the different activities as the Cable car ride, a nice hike to the river waterfalls, visit the butterflies farm to learn and observe the wonderful life cycle of butterflies as the blue morph, enjoy a great local Lunch (eat at an Ecuadorian restaurant), and last, the chocolate or coffee tour and tasting, among other options as zip lining or tubing.

$130.00

4.3/5

Tours Reserva biológica Buenaventura (Jocotoco)

This wonderful and accessible lodge is located in the lower part of the Buenaventura Reserve, 500 m high. It has a rest area near the drinkers of the Hummingbirds, Chachalacas and Tangaras, so it will make your stay a wonderful experience, you can also watch Coats roaming the area. WE ALSO OFFER SPECTACULAR TRAILS SUCH AS: Footpath 1: "Umbrellabird" this trail has safety railings and paved soil, but it is only marked up to the long-beaked Umbrellabird lek (courtship area). It lasts 1.5 hours, has a distance of 2 km and difficulty is moderate.

$25.65

2 h 30 mins

Skydiving - Parachuting - Skydiving

LIVE A PARACHUTE JUMP AT 10,000 FEET HIGH Extreme Skydiver (A fast flight from the skies) Skydiving: a swift flight from the skies at 10,000 feet AN EXPERIENCE THAT WILL MARK YOUR WHOLE LIFE AND WILL BE PLASMATED IN YOUR THOUGHT FOREVER. SOMETHING UNFORGETTABLE PARACHUTE JUMP HOOOOOOOOO SIP ON THIS HOLIDAY SEPARATE YOUR FLIGHT UNTIL YOUR RESERVATION NOW LIVE A FEW SPACES LIVE A JUMP AT 10,000 PARACIESAID Tandem jump (with instructor).

$600.00

5/5

8 h

full-day | Waterfalls and Caverns Tour

Would you like an adventure in the Amazon comfortably and safely? Then sign up for this all-inclusive tour from 9am to 6pm. You will explore caves, enjoy an exquisite meal and a fun expedition to waterfalls in the middle of the jungle forest.

$57.00

7 h

Shuar Experience Cultural Amazon Tour with Traditional Lunch

Discover the ancestral culture of the Shuar community in the Ecuadorian Amazon through a unique and authentic experience. During this 6-hour tour, explore waterfalls, rivers, and rainforest trails while learning about medicinal plants and local traditions from a native Shuar guide. Participate in traditional activities such as face painting rituals and enjoy a delicious Amazonian lunch prepared with local ingredients. More than just a tour, this experience supports the local community and promotes sustainable tourism Tour Highlights 6-hour cultural experience (09:00 AM – 03:30 PM) Guided by a native Shuar community member Exploration of waterfalls, rivers, and rainforest trails Learn about medicinal plants and ancestral traditions Traditional face painting and cultural activities Typical Amazonian lunch and snack included Ideal for families, couples, and culture-focused travelers Authentic, sustainable, and community-based tourism experience