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Table of Content 03 Presentation 04 M/Y Galapagos Ses Star Journey 10 M/C Galapagos Seaman Journey 16 Galapagos Hopper 04 10 16 20 Illa Hotel Boutique 22 M/V Cattleya Journey 27 Hakuna Matata Lodge 29 What does Latin Trails offer you? 20 22 27 29 144 Isla Española y Av. General Rumiñahui Quito, Ecuador +593-2-286.39.08 / 1800-747 - 0567 ravel@latintrails.com www.latintrails.com
Latin Trails is a complete destination management company for Ecuador and Peru. We organize custom trips and fixed departures in both countries. Additionally, we offer a great variety of ground handling services. Our aim is offering an unforgettable trip with high standards of services. We pay attention to small details, and we are willing to adapt every trip to guests requirements. We promote and manage exclusive products that are available for Latin Trails guests: Exclusive expedition vessels in the Galapagos Islands and the Peruvian Amazon. The Galapagos Sea Star Journey is a boutique yacht while The Galapagos Seaman Journey is a First Class Catamaran both custom built for cruises in the archipelago that inspired Charles Darwin. The Cattleya Journey is a first class riverboat in the Amazon of Peru and Hakuna Matata Lodge is a family friendly experience in the Ecuadorian Amazon. Finally, we are happy to introduce our newest products for hotel based day tours in Galapagos as well as our brand new Boutique Hotel in Quito ILLA. We invite you and your clients to Dream, Discover, Live Ecuador and Peru Latin Trails L A T I N T R A I L S 0 3
M/Y GALAPAGOS SEA STAR JOURNEY M/Y GALAPAGOS SEA STAR JOURNEY A boutique yacht custom built for Galapagos cruising! The Galapagos Sea Star Journey is the flagship cruise of Latin Trails. This exclusive boutique Yacht offers a real in-depth experience of this unique World Heritage site. Our yacht combines world class privacy and comfort. Our shore excursions have been crafted with care. Our guests are taken up close to the Galapagos animals, and understand through onsite lectures how wildlife has adapted to the harsh island conditions. The Galapagos Sea Star Journey is the flagship cruise of Latin Trails. The best way for a traveler to make the most of their Galapagos vacation time is to cruise around the Islands. In this way, the traveler will experience several visitor sites each day. The Sea Star Journey has one of the best-planned itineraries allowing guests to optimize their time in the archipelago. The Sea Star offers a variety of daily activities like snorkeling, kayaking, and a glass bottom zodiac. The Galapagos Sea Star Journey has the capacity for 16 passengers, it features 7 spacious Galapagos suites (25m2 270ft2) and 1 Sea Star suite (35m2 377 ft2). The suites are equipped with panoramic windows to enjoy the wonderful landscapes of the islands, private bathroom, hot/cold water, and air conditioning with independent controls. Twin beds or one faux king bed, and connected suites for families are also available on board. The Luxury is in the Nature L A T I N T R A I L S 0 4
The common areas at the Sea Star are the perfect place for socializing and resting. For dining, the yacht offers not only the inside restaurant but also the Al Fresco dining area. Our guests can enjoy the sunset while a three-course dinner is served. For those guests willing to have a romantic meal, the yacht has an outdoor private table, available under request. In terms of culinary, the Sea Star highlights because of its menu and service. On board, guests will be able to enjoy the international and Ecuadorian fusion cuisine. In the case of any dietary restriction, the Sea Star s Chef is happy to adapt the menu to fulfill guests needs. Gluten free, vegetarian, vegan, kosher, and other preferences are available on request. At the Sun Deck, there are two Jacuzzis for guest wellness while soaking in Island views. One of them is in a shaded area and the other is at the sun bathing area. The Sun Deck has plenty sunbeds for those guests willing to rest or enjoying the astonishing seascapes All the amenities on board are biodegradable and provided by an Amazon Foundation that empower indigenous communities and their sustainability. Amenities have exotic essences that represent Ecuador. The staff members on board, led by the captain and the cruise director, deliver an unforgettable experience to all the Sea Star s guests. The Sea Star and its crew were outstanding. We felt millionaires on the very comfortable yacht! The crew were so friendly and helpful. The food was amazing! And I loved the way they served it as a buffet so we could help ourselves. Perfect! I really couldn t find any faults with this trip! Our naturalist guide was great, very knowledgeable and went the extra mile to make sure everyone saw animals we most wanted to... Mrs. Nicky & Mr. Richard Shaw. Sept. 11-15 2016 CHECK OUR VIDEO L A T I N T R A I L S 0 5
SEA STAR JOURNEY ITINERARIES The Galapagos Sea Star Journey offers three main itineraries from five (5) to six (6) days that can be combined for getting a wide itinerary up to 15 days. Each itinerary offers a good range of activities like snorkeling, kayaking, hiking, zodiac ride, among others. Yet, some have more emphasis on some activities than others. The itinerary A visits the Eastern and Southeastern part of the archipelago while the itinerary B visits the center and northern island. On the itinerary C, the journey begins in the center going further to the Western side and finishing in the East. Here is the detail of every itinerary offered onboard the Galapagos Sea Star Journey. ITINERARY A - 6 DAYS / 5 NIGHTS Day 1 - TUESDAY AM Flight to San Cristobal PM Cerro Colorado (San Cristobal) NH,SN Day 2 - WEDNESDAY AM Punta Suarez (Espanola) SN,PR,KY,NH PM Gardner Bay (Espanola) SN,KY,NH Day 3 - THURSDAY AM Punta Cormorant / Devil' s Crown (Floreana) SN,PR,NH PM Baroness Lookout / Post Of f ice Bay (Floreana) SN, KY,PR,NH Day 4 - FRIDAY AM Santa Fe SN, PR, KY,NH PM South Plaza NH SN PR KY SNORKELING PANGA (ZODIAC) RIDE KAYAKING DAILY ACTIVITIES NH NATURE HIKES All additional activities are subject to change as per the National Park regulations A Day 5 - SATURDAY AM North Seymour SN,PR,NH PM Bachas (Santa Cruz) SN,NH Day 6 - SUNDAY AM AM Mosquera SN,NH Tour Ends Transfer to Baltra Aiport L A T I N T R A I L S 0 6
ITINERARY B - 5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS Day 1 - SUNDAY AM Flight to Baltra PM Dragon Hill (Santa Cruz) SN,NH Day 2 - MONDAY AM Black Turtle Cove PR PM Chinese Hat SN,PR,KY,NH Day 3 - TUESDAY AM El Barranco (Genovesa) SN,PR,NH PM Darwin Bay (Genovesa) SN, KY,PR,NH Day 4 - WEDNESDAY AM Bartolome SN,PR,NH PM Sullivan Bay (Santiago) SN,NH Day 5 - THURSDAY AM Highlands (Santa Cruz) NH Tour Ends Transfer to Baltra Aiport B ITINERARY C - 6 DAYS / 5 NIGHTS Day 1 - THURSDAY AM Flight to Baltra PM Charles Darwin Station (Santa Cruz),NH Day 2 - FRIDAY AM White Tipped Reef Shark Canal (Isabela) SN,PR,KY,NH PM Sierra Negra Volcano (Isabela) NH Day 3 - SATURDAY AM Punta Moreno (Isabela) SN,PR,NH PM Elizabeth Bay (Isabela) PR Day 4 - SUNDAY AM Punta Espinoza (Fernandina) SN,NH PM Tagus Cove (Isabela) SN,PR,KY,NH SN PR KY DAILY ACTIVITIES SNORKELING NH NATURE HIKES PANGA (ZODIAC) RIDE KAYAKING All additional activities are subject to change as per the National Park regulations C Day 5 - MONDAY AM Espumilla Beach / Buccaneer Cove (Santiago) SN,PR,KY,NH PM Puerto Egas (Santiago) SN,NH Day 6 - TUESDAY AM Isla Lobos SN,PR,NH Tour Ends Transfer to San Cristobal Aiport The yacht carries 8 double sit on top kayaks, all passengers can do kayaking at the same time L A T I N T R A I L S 0 7
SEA STAR JOURNEY BENEFITS & CONSIDERATIONS Cruise Director in charge of Customer Service Personalized services Meals customization due to dietary restrictions or allergies (gluten free, vegetarian, vegan, pescetarian, kosher, etc)* * Additional costs may apply Certified Naturalist Guide Professional and trained crew members onboard Biodegradable ammenities with exotic aromas Al Fresco Dining Area Private Dining Table for honeymooners or anniversaries 7 Spacious Galapagos Suites (25 mts2-270 ft2) 1 Galapagos Sea Star Suite (35 mts2-377 ft2) 4 Interconnected cabins on the Upper Deck for families 1 Glass floor zodiac for watching the sea wildlife (Condition to the weather and water visibility) Snorkeling equipment included * * Wet Suits for rental onboard Private Wine Menu available onboard It is important to take note of the following considerations before traveling to the Galapagos Islands and making the most of this amazing experience: Ideal Cruise Ship for Charters Galapagos National Park fee $100 for adults and $50 for children (Cash only) Transit Control Card $20 per person (Cash Only) It s not allowed to bring fresh fruits or live animals to the archipelago for conservation purposes Credit Cards are NOT accepted onboard. Please bring enough cash for the trip Please clean your shoe soles before landing in Galapagos, customs officer will check them and may charge a cleansing fee Data and cell phone coverage are available only on The inhabited islands (Santa Cruz, San Cristobal, Isabela) L A T I N T R A I L S 0 4 L A T I N T R A I L S 0 8
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M/C GALAPAGOS SEAMAN JOURNEY M/C GALAPAGOS SEAMAN JOURNEY More than a First Class Catamaran The smart choice to enjoy the remote Galapagos Islands in comfort The Seaman Journey has several resting areas for those who are looking for a quiet place to relax... The Galapagos Seaman Journey is ranked as a first class or superior category cruise. It has a total of 8 cabins for up to 16 passengers on board allowing both intimacy and camaraderie at the same time. It is a catamaran which offers superior comfort, size, style, and stability for discerning travelers. The Seaman Journey has several resting areas for those who are looking for a quiet place to relax during their Galapagos trip with family and friends. Either during the lazy mid-afternoon sun, or likewise after a busy day of swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, or walking on one of the Galapagos Islands the Sun Deck is always ready to receive the guests.. There are 6 twin cabins located at the main deck. These cabins have twin beds with private bathroom, hair dryer, safe, air conditioned and tablelamps. The cabins have panoramic windows and offer an amazing sea view of the archipelago. There are 2 suites on the upper deck with Queen size beds and a sofa bed that can be used by a child. The catamaran s dining room is located at the main deck complemented with a big saloon. This dining area was designed to host 16 guests while they enjoy delicious meals. The food and beverage service on board the Seaman L A T I N T R A I L S 1 0
Journey are one of the highlights of this first class catamaran. The Chef on board enhances the guest s experience through the exotic flavors of Ecuador. And in cases of any dietary condition, the menu is adapted to the needs of the passenger. On sunny and fresh days, the meal sometimes is set on the Al Fresco area allowing guests to dine with a view. Check the Seaman Journey s guest reviews:. http://galapagosseamanjourney.com/customerexperiences/ CHECK OUR VIDEO This trip has been excellent. Everybody is very professional. There s a lot of organization, clean cabins and organized. The food is spectacular. We always felt great. The people is very kind and always with a smile on their faces. You can see that they love what they do. The cabins and social areas were excellent and beyond our expectations. Mr. Phil B. & Mrs. Cecilia R.. Sept. 30 - Oct 03 2016 L A T I N T R A I L S 1 1
SEAMAN JOURNEY ITINERARIES The Galapagos Seaman Journey offers three main itineraries from four (4), five (5) and eight (8) days that can be combined for getting a wide itinerary up to 15 days. Each itinerary offers a good range of activities like snorkeling, kayaking, hiking, zodiac ride, among others. Yet, some have more emphasis on some activities than others. The itinerary A visits the eastern and northeastern part of the archipelago while the itinerary B visits the eastern and southeastern island. On the itinerary C, the journey begins in the center going further to the western side, and the combination between A+B is the itinerary C1. ITINERARY A - 4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS Here is the detail of every itinerary offered onboard the Galapagos Seaman Journey. Day 1 - FRIDAY AM Arrival at Baltra airport PM North Seymour Island NH,PR,SN Day 2 - SATURDAY AM El Barranco (Genovesa) NH,PR,KY,SN PM Darwin Bay (Genovesa) Day 3 - SUNDAY AM Plazas Island PM Santa Fe Island Day 4 - MONDAY AM Jacinto Gordillo Breeding Center Tour Ends Transfer to San Cristobal Aiport Day 1 - MONDAY AM Arrival at San Cristobal airport PM Interpretation Center Day 2 - TUESDAY AM Galapaguera NH PM Cerro Brujo NH,KY,PR,SN Day 3 - WEDNESDAY AM Gardner Bay (Española) PR,SN PM Punta Suarez NH ITINERARY B - 5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS Day 4 - THURSDAY AM Punta Cormorant (Floreana) NH,PR,SN PM Post Office Bay (Floreana) NH,SN Day 5 - FRIDAY AM Breeding Center Tour Ends Transfer to Baltra Aiport L A T I N T R A I L S 1 2
ITINERARY C - 8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS Day 1 - FRIDAY AM Flight to Baltra PM Santa Cruz Highlands NH Day 2 - SATURDAY AM Punta Mangle PR,SN PM Punta Moreno NH;SN,PR ITINERARY C Day 3 - SUNDAY AM Urbina Bay (Isabela) NH,SN PM Tagus Cove (Isabela) NH,SN, KY,PR Day 4 - MONDAY AM Punta Espinoza NH, SN PM Punta Vicente Roca PR,SN Day 5 - TUESDAY AM Espumilla Beach (Santiago) NH,PR,SN,KY PM Puerto Egas NH,SN Day 6 - WEDNESDAY AM Rabida NH,PR,SN,KY PM Chinese Hat NH,PR,SN,KY Day 5 - THURSDAY AM Sullivan Bay NH,SN PM Bartolome Island NH,PR,SN Day 5 - SATURDAY AM Bachas Beach HK,SN Tour Ends Transfer to Baltra Aiport ITINERARY C1-8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS Day 1 - FRIDAY AM Arrival at Baltra airport PM North Seymour Island NH,PR,SN Day 2 - SATURDAY AM El Barranco (Genovesa) NH,PR,KY,SN PM Darwin Bay (Genovesa) Day 3 - SUNDAY AM Plazas Island PM Santa Fe Island Day 4 - MONDAY AM Jacinto Gordillo Breeding Center PM Interpretation Center Day 5 - TUESDAY AM Galapaguera NH PM Cerro Brujo NH,KY,PR,SN Day 6 - WEDNESDAY AM Gardner Bay (Española) PR,SN PM Punta Suarez NH Day 7 - THURSDAY AM Punta Cormorant (Floreana) NH,PR,SN PM Post Office Bay (Floreana) NH,SN Day 8 - FRIDAY AM Breeding Center Tour Ends Transfer to Baltra Aiport L A T I N T R A I L S 1 3
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DAILY ACTIVITIES SN PR KY NH SNORKELING PANGA (ZODIAC) RIDE KAYAKING NATURE HIKES All additional activities are subject to change as per the National Park regulations SEAMAN JOURNEY BENEFITS & CONSIDERATIONS Personalized services Meals customization due to dietary restrictions or allergies (gluten free, vegetarian, vegan, pescetarian, kosher, etc)* * Additional costs may apply Certified Naturalist Guide Professional and trained crew members onboard Biodegradable ammenities with exotic aromas Al Fresco Dining Area 6 Spacious Main Deck Twin Cabins (16 m2-173 ft2) 2 Upper Deck Matrimonial Suites (16 m2-172 ft2) Snorkeling equipment included * * Wet Suits for rental onboard It is important to take note of the following considerations before traveling to the Galapagos Islands and making the most of this amazing experience: Ideal Yacht for Charters Galapagos National Park fee $100 for adults and $50 for children (Cash only) Transit Control Card $20 per person (Cash Only) It s not allowed to bring fresh fruits or live animals to the archipelago for conservation purposes Credit Cards are NOT accepted onboard. Please bring enough cash for the trip Please clean your shoe soles before landing in Galapagos, customs officer will check them and may charge a cleansing fee Data and cell phone coverage are available only on The inhabited islands (Santa Cruz, San Cristobal, Isabela) L A T I N T R A I L S 0 4 L A T I N T R A I L S 1 5
BRAND NEW CATAMARAN GALAPAGOS HOPPER GALAPAGOS HOPPER An Exclusive Option for Hotel based day tours The Galapagos Hopper is the newest boat to join the Galapagos Journey Fleet The smart option to enjoy the best visitor sites on San Cristobal and Española Islands The Galapagos Hopper is the newest boat to join the Galapagos Journey Fleet. This catamaran has been custom built thinking of the need of the most demanding guests on hotel based tour programs. This first class catamaran is ideal for Hotel based island hopping tours with base on San Cristobal Island. The Galapagos Hopper offers services in the eastern side of Galapagos, offering navigation stability, high-end features, and personalized service on board It is also a great option for those guest that want to extend their stay in Galapagos. Also, for those that don t want to sleep on board a yacht while cruising the islands. This service can be combined with a luxury or boutique hotel on the islands. The perfect combination for day tour based programs. The Galapagos Hopper is more than a catamaran, it is an unforgettable experience. L A T I N T R A I L S 1 6
GALAPAGOS HOPPER ITINERARIES ESPAÑOLA ISLAND TOUR (available only on Saturdays) Starts on San Cristobal Island 2.5 hour navigation from San Cristobal to Española Island Visit Punta Suarez & Gardner Islet Some of the species to watch during this tour are: Nazca Boobies Blue-Footed Boobies Galapagos Doves Waved Albatros Marine Iguanas (endemic) Snorkeling on Gardner Islet Make sure guests wear comfortable hiking shoes to explore the rocky terrain of the island L A TI I N T R AI I L S 01 47
GALAPAGOS HOPPER ITINERARIES KICKER ROCK TOUR PUNTA PITT TOUR Visit the west side of San Cristobal Island It requires a navigation of 2 hours Ideal tour for discovering and snorkeling among the marine wildlife of Galapagos It requires a navigation of 30 min. approx. Some of the species to watch during this tour are: Galapagos Sharks Hammer Head Sharks Sea Turtles Sea Lions Colorful Fishes It is possible to watch unique tortoises species in their natural habitat It is the only place where we can spot the three species of boobies that inhabit Galapagos together: Red-Footed Boobies Blue-Footed Boobies Nazca Boobies It visits the Galapaguera Beach It is possible to walk along the beaches through red and white mangroves L A TII N T R AII L S 01 84
GALAPAGOS HOPPER BENEFITS & CONSIDERATIONS Personalized services Meals customization due to dietary restrictions or allergies* * Additional costs may apply Certified Naturalist Guide Professional and trained crew members onboard Access to recently allowed places to visit Maximum capacity for 12 guests Daily departures Snorkeling equipment included * * Wet Suits for rental onboard Ideal catamaran for day trip charters It is important to take note of the following considerations before traveling to the Galapagos Islands and making the most of this amazing experience: Galapagos National Park fee $100 for adults and $50 for children (Cash only) Transit Control Card $20 per person (Cash Only) It s not allowed to bring fresh fruits or live animals to the archipelago for conservation purposes Credit Cards are NOT accepted onboard. Please bring enough cash for the trip Please clean your shoe soles before landing in Galapagos, customs officer will check them and may charge a cleansing fee Data and cell phone coverage are available only on The inhabited islands (Santa Cruz, San Cristobal, Isabela) L A T I N T R A I L S 0 4 L A T I N T R A I L S 1 9
BRAND NEW HOTEL ILLA HOTEL BOUTIQUE ILLA HOTEL BOUTIQUE The Classy option for Experiencing Quito in the Artistic Heart of the City The Illa Hotel Boutique is located in the most iconic and artistic district of Quito. This new hotel in Quito will delight the most demanding guests with its upcoming opening in the first semester of 2017. An ancient house that represents the exquisite style of the mansions of Quito from the early 20th century is going to enchant passenger s nights while discovering this World Heritage city within walking distance from the hotel. Ten rooms, between three floors, is the capacity of this newly restored colonial treasure turned into a unique Boutique Hotel in Quito. The ground floor is the colonial level, while the first floor has touches of the Republican Era of Quito, and on the other hand, the second floor represents the modern times of Quito. This hotel concept shows the evolution of the Ecuadorian society since the colonialism until the modern era. At the cellar level, guest can find the Spa, the hot tub, and the exclusive Wine Cava with its exquisite and fine selection of wines. The ground floor with the Colonial art and the modern features, such as the handicap lift, and the only ecological elevator at a hotel in the historic city center in Quito, will embrace the guests in the Lobby area as soon as they cross the door. The Illa Hotel Boutique is located in the most iconic and artistic district of Quito. This new hotel in Quito will delight the most demanding guests with its upcoming opening in the first semester of 2017 L A T I N T R A I L S 2 0
On this level, guest will also find the breakfast lounge and the Chamburo Restaurant. This fine dining of the hotel is for guests only in a first stage. This exquisite restaurant will offer Ecuadorian Fusion Cuisine enhancing the ancient flavors that represent the country. Also on this floor, are the colonial rooms. There are 2 Deluxe Rooms with 25-30 m2 (270-322 ft2), one of them is for handicapped guests, and 1 suite with 35-45 m2 (376-484 ft2). On the first floor, the republican style rooms, there are 2 more deluxe rooms, 2 suites with view to the artistic Junin Street and the other suite on this level has an astonishing view to El Panecillo, the winged virgin of Quito. At the top floor, there are not only the other two deluxe rooms and one suite but also the Roof Bar. This exquisite bar will have an amazing view to the historic district of Quito in an engaging environment for guests while they enjoy a delightful Brandy. In addition, surrounded by one of the most iconic districts in the historic downtown of Quito, Barrio San Marcos, the Illa Hotel Boutique will allow guests to live the city. The hotel is just a few blocks away from Santo Domingo Church within walking distance from the main city square, the Compania Gold Leaf Church, and nearby the ancient house of Manuela Saenz nowadays converted into a museum. The cultural ambiance here is also complemented by the Dance House, the Museum of Architecture and the Watercolor Museum, and in the same neighborhood of the Octava de Corpus, one of the most luxurious restaurants in Quito and Ecuador. The countdown has started and soon you will be embraced by the style and uniqueness of the Illa Hotel Boutique. L A T I N T R A I L S 2 1
M/V CATTLEYA JOURNEY M/V CATTLEYA JOURNEY Small enough to explore remote tributaries, yet large in comfort and service The Cattleya Journey bring comfort and satisfaction to the guest who have the opportunity to participate in an excursion along the Amazon jungle. This ship it is considered as a first class boutique ship along its 4 cabins. The Cattleya has capacity up to 10 passengers, making the customer service very personalized for each one of the exclusive visitors. Every detail on each of the vessels corners, areas for rest and recreation for everyone has been perfectly thought. For the adults who might want to relax and kick back, we offer the dining room and Sun deck where the guest can enjoy the best river view. The four cabins have king size beds, bedside tables, air conditioning (in rooms and all indoors areas), fine pillows, sheets and blankets made with 100% Peruvian pima cotton (400 thread count), organic amenities, safe box, mini bar, among other features. Every journey in this ship shares a majestic experience on board, allowing travelers to experience the wonders of nature and life on the river. The highlight is nature and guests can explore the remote Pacaya Samiria reserve, an amazing flooded forest accessible by boat only. This ship is a with a perfect combination of adventure, comfort, service and excellence! Every journey in this ship shares a majestic experience on board L A T I N T R A I L S 2 2
On board the Cattleya Journey guests can take part in sport fishing due to the large number of lakes, creek s, and swamps surrounded by large strands of unique untouched forest, and the rich wildlife. Birdwatching is another experience that guest can live aboard of this boutique river yacht. In this case, the journey starts early in the morning as the birds come out of their nests to feed on the food the river provides, among them cotingas, toucan, macaws, parrots, king vultures, and maybe even the Harpy Eagle (Harpia harpyja). Boots are provided for hiking tours through the Peruvian rainforest always in company of experienced guides who will explain the forest natural resources management by the inhabitants, and particularly the use of medicinal plants. Cruising on board the Cattleya Journey is an unforgettable and classy experience that can be done between 4 and 5 days. L A T I N T R A I L S 2 3
CATTLEYA JOURNEY ITINERARIES The M/V Cattleya Journey offer two itineraries to discover the beauties of the Peruvian Amazon. The first one is a four (4) days trip and the second one is a five (5) days trip. Each itinerary offers an unforgettable experience cruising the pristine Amazon, so the guest will be able to approach the wildlife and ancient customs from the indigenous that inhabit the rainforest. Here is the detail of every itinerary offered onboard the M/V Cattleya Journey. 4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS ITINERARY DAY 1 Welcome Aboard DAY 2 Pacaya Samiria National Reserve DAY 3 Flooded Forest Walk. Meeting of the waters formation of the Amazon river DAY 4 Amazon River Village & Disembark DAY 1 Welcome Aboard 5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS ITINERARY DAY 2 Pacaya Samiria National Reserve DAY 3 Flooded Forest Walk. Meeting of the waters formation of the Amazon river DAY 4 Amazon River Village DAY 5 Ucayali River Wildlife & Disembark L A T I N T R A I L S 2 4
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CATTLEYA JOURNEY BENEFITS & CONSIDERATIONS Personalized services Meals customization due to dietary restrictions or allergies (gluten free, vegetarian, vegan, pescetarian, kosher, etc)* * Additional costs may apply Two Certified Naturalist Guide Professional and trained crew members onboard Air Conditioning in all the indoor areas (dining room, lounge area, and, cabins) Observation Deck (upper Deck) Capacity for 8 guest on board Fine pillow, sheets, and blankets (100% Peruvian Pima Cotton, 400 threads count) Organic Bathroom Amenities 4 suite cabins with panoramic view, private bathroom, hot water & shower, safe box, and minibar. It is important to take note of the following considerations before traveling to the Peruvian Amazon and being able to enjoy this amazing experience. Recommended for Children 8 years & up 25% discount rate for Children 12 years and younger All excursions, all meals, all non-alcoholic drinks, transfers from to the ship to/from recommended flights and tickets to the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve are included Gratuities are not included. We suggested tip amount per passenger of US$ 100.00 for the guides, US$ 150.00 for the crew. Any consumption onboard must be paid in cash. Credit Card payments are not available. L A T I N T R A I L S 0 4 L A T I N T R A I L S 2 6
HAKUNA MATATA LODGE Hakuna Matata is only 4 hours away from Quito "As soon as guests arrive at the lodge in the Ecuador Amazon, they leave their worries behind HAKUNA MATATA LODGE The Perfect Extension for your Trip in Ecuador Hakuna Matata means No Worries in the Swahili language. And that s why this lodge adopted this name. As soon as the guest arrives in the lodge they leave their worries behind. Hakuna Matata is only 4 hours away from Quito. On the way it is possible to visit the Papallacta hot springs. Some of the facilities of this elegantly rustic Amazon Lodge: - Vast social and natural areas for resting and being connected with nature. - A swimming pool with spring water ideal for everybody to enjoy the warm temperature of the rainforest. - Horse riding through the forest. - Visits to the cocoa farms of the area. In this way, travelers are able to appreciate and participate in the chocolate process. - Visitis to a Quichua Indigenous community in order to approach ancestral customs and traditions from the indigenous people. - Hike through primary rainforest in search animal species. Monkeys, anacondas, tapirs, anteaters, toucan, and much more, are some of the species found here. L A T I N T R A I L S 2 7
- Navigating through the River onboard indigenous canoes. - Trying Amazonian dishes prepared with local ingredients. One of these exotic meals is the "Chicha" beverage or the "Maito" which is a chicken cooked into leaves and accompanied with rice. - Doing rafting in the Jatunyacu River with a rating level of 3 / 3+. So, it is not needed to be a professional or having previous experience. This is only for raising the adrenaline while the Amazon continue catching the attention of individuals, families, and group travelers. It is important to remember that Ecuador is more than the Galapagos Islands, volcanoes, and the Andes mountain range. It is also the Amazon, its biodiversity, and its ancestral communities. It shouldn t be missed. Why let the traveler miss this opportunity to be close to this important rainforest? Let them complete its experience in this meridional country. Hakuna Matata is only four hours away from Quito The Lodge is ideal for groups & families, and also for couples It can be visited for a minimum of 2 days - 1 night It offers a wide range of activities like: cocoa farming tours, community based tours, horseback riding, nature walks, rafting, among other activities. It has a pool filled with spring water L A T I N T R A I L S 2 8
What does Latin Trails offer you? 15 years in the Tourism Industry running customized and fixed tours for visitors to Ecuador and Peru. We have wide experience working hand by hand with tour operators and travel agents from around the globe. We listen to them and their travelers, so we are in constant improvement of our services and products. Considering that, we offer: 01 Professional Team with wide knowledge of Ecuador and Peru 02 Constant counseling of every destinations and the best way to arrange every trip 03 Sales Team Training at your office according to our planned scheduled 04 Customization of every service and product to the guests requirement 05 Good level of profit on our products because we are not intermediaries 06 Constant communication with your guest during the trip through our 24/7 VIP Concierge Department 07 Reliability for you and your customer 08 High-class services and products perfectly thought to fulfill the needs of discerning travelers willing to experience Ecuador and Peru in an exclusive way. 09 Constant investment on product and services improvements 10 Certified naturalist guides with wide tourist experience on every destination 11 Special menus for dietary conditions (gluten free, vegetarian, pescetarian, vegan, kosher, etc)* * Available after previous request / additional costs may apply 12 Charter and individual cabin booking options onboard of our fleet of vessels L A T I N T R A I L S 2 9
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