In this article we want to show you 5 hidden paradises of Ecuador in Zamora Chinchipe! Keep reading and enjoy the journey to this magical Ecuadorian place.
Among valleys, waterfalls and rivers is the province of Zamora Chinchipe. Located southeast of the Ecuadorian Amazon, its mountainous geography differentiates it from other Amazonian provinces. It has a very important archaeological legacy, vestiges of more than 4,500 years ago have been found. In addition, its imposing jungle and its millenary populations offer tourists unique adventures.
Podocarpus National Park in Zamora Chinchipe
15 minutes from the city of Zamora, is the entrance to the Podocarpus Park. This rainforest, known as the botanical garden of America, has more than 140,000 hectares. In addition to its scenic beauty, it is a bird lover’s paradise with more than 650 species of birds (almost half of all birds in Ecuador).
Nangaritza River
Have you ever seen something this beautiful? A hidden gem in the Ecuadorian Amazon, we recommend renting a boat to travel the river, it is the best way to observe the vegetation in all its splendor.
Bombuscaro River
Its name comes from the Shuar and means “clear waters”. Surrounded by primary forests, this river runs mostly through the Podocarpus National Park. It rises in the Compadre lagoons and has become the most important beach resort in the province.
Shuar Community of Ecuador located in Zamora Chinchipe
There are several community tourism centers; if you are interested in learning more about this millenary culture, Zamora offers several tours to live with the Shuar people.
Zamora, “Capital of birds and waterfalls
It is located at 968 meters above sea level and its climate is warm all year round. You can walk along the rivers and its architecture is traditional.
