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San Bernabe Spa
San Bernabé Spa is a magical natural place, surrounded by living nature. It offers natural spas, crystal clear waters, a restaurant, spaces to rest and enjoy the gifts of the world. Come and enjoy peace and quiet. Location: It is located in the Muyuna parish, 10 minutes from the city of Tena. You can get to this tourist site by private car, motorcycle or by bus, the latter will leave you on the main avenue where you must walk for 10 minutes. Schedule: Every day from 09:00 to 18:00. Entry price Admission is free, the use of the parking lot has a cost of $1. Food and drinks From Monday to Thursday only one grocery store is available, on weekends the sale of typical food such as tilapia maito, chicken maito, chontacuro skewer, etc. is enabled. Activities you can do at the San Bernabé Spa Swim in the 2 existing pools. Camping. Play soccer or volleyball. Go down by buoy or tubing. Hiking. Wood fire. Appreciate the scenery. Recommendations and prohibitions Bring mosquito repellent. Bring a snorkel. You like to walk. Sunscreen. No pets. Do not enter with bicycles in the pedestrian zone.
113.28 Km.
Salt Lagoon
Its waters originate in the moors of the community of Chutan Alto, where the San Gabriel River is born, which is diverted into an open channel to irrigate and accumulate in troughs for the large areas of grasslands in the area, dedicated to livestock management. It is created by hills with crops and pastures; its topography is irregular with undulations and flat areas where crops are found. It is surrounded by pine trees, grass, quicuyo and totora, without a doubt it draws the attention of national and international tourists for its flora such as willows, grasses, orchids, capulí, exotic plantations of pines and eucalyptus, as well as the fauna of the place. : hummingbirds, owls, turtledoves, which contribute to making it even more beautiful. Its transparent waters (10°c) make it a suitable place to find tranquility and peace with a touch of romance. It is said that this is a lagoon created and little by little adjustments were made. Location The Salado lagoon that is located in the province of Carchi. It is located 45 km from Tulcán and 4 km from San Gabriel. What you can do in Laguna El Salado Photography, Wildlife observation, Hike Highlights of Laguna El Salado estates: The lagoon is surrounded by the agricultural Haciendas: La Campiña, El Salado and El Carmen. This lagoon offers a landscape combination of crops, forests and water. mats: The place, rich in reeds which is used by an indigenous settlement to make handmade carpets called mats.
114.33 Km.
Laguna Azul
Blue Lagoon in the Community of Talag, city of Tena in the Province of Napo. The story tells that 30 years ago in the Tena-Salcedo road project, the rucos, so called in their native language were the first in the Alukus community as it was formerly known, this name was given by an abundant amount of ants that lived in the place. Gabriel Guallo, Carlos Shiguango and his wife Sarita were the first entrepreneurs of this community tourism center, they were in charge of making tourists arrive at this magical place known now as Waysa Yaku, translated into Spanish guayusa water, tourists baptized as "Blue Lagoon" because of the blue-green color of its more than 5 pools formed by natural rocks protruding from the skirts of the Llanganates. The refreshing water that descends from the mountain, flows into the cold waters of the Jatun Yaku River, considered class three level for lovers of extreme sports such as kayaking, tubing and rafting. The activity of community tourism within the primary forest of the Amazon. It started in 1994, with the aim of maintaining the cultural identity of the indigenous peoples, the conservation of the ecosystem and the intercultural relationship with visitors from different countries. This Kichua community has a number of interesting tourist attractions such as: natural pool, waterfalls, giant butterflies, orchids, fishing, gold washing, participation in the cassava farm, craftsmanship, explanation of medicinal plants, hiking, ancestral knowledge of culture, history and indigenous traditions related around a bonfire, rituals of shamanism (optional). All this housed in rustic cabins built with materials from the middle and enjoying local food. The blue lagoon in the community of Talag, its waters are very cold and clear, and the jungle that surrounds them is beautiful. What to do in Laguna Azul Tena Ecuador Camping area Bonfire night with the community sages Guided walks on trails that go into the jungle Natural butterfly Tubbing on the Waysa Yaku River Typical gastronomy Sale of crafts How to get to Laguna Azul Tena Ecuador From the city of Tena, you must take the Pano-Talag road and travel approximately 20 km. The last 6 km of the arrival road is ballasted but in good condition, you can even get around by bike or your own vehicle. You can also arrive by taking a bus from the "Centinela del Tena" Transport Cooperative, which has shifts every day. Currently the GPS Apps do not have the ballasted road signposted, but it is not difficult to guide you through its signs. Upon arrival you have a comfortable parking lot on the outskirts of the complex and the guides will give you the necessary instructions. Entrance costs to Laguna Azul Tena Ecuador USD 2 for national tourists, USD 3 for foreign tourists Typical dishes at Laguna Azul Tena Ecuador Maito de tilapia y de chontacuro Creole chicken broths and dried Fried tilapia Roasted tilapia Tilapias with juice Wayusa jug Chicha with peanuts Precautions and safety tips when traveling to Laguna Azul Tena Ecuador You must HAVE VERY CARE when walking on the rocks, for that there are caregivers that will indicate the authorized paths, a signage has been created that we suggest you respect. DO NOT TOUCH plants or animals, TAKE CARE OF NATURE! The river JatunYaku is torrentoso and considered dangerous HIGH degree and it becomes very RISKED to circulate by him, for that reason we recommend you to always remain in the safe zones that are the near ones to the swimming pools. It is a natural reserve so you MUST NOT LEAVE GARBAGE, the guides will tell you where to do it. Tourist offer in Laguna Azul Tena Ecuador The Talag parish is one hour by car from the Canton Tena, a town belonging to the province of Napo. The inhabitants of the site offer the service of lodging and gastronomy since 2011 with community tourism. 3 cabins were built to provide lodging service to local or foreign tourists. The cabins The 'Blue Lagoon' has 3 cabins to host local or foreign tourists. The cost is $ 10 per person.
115.66 Km.
La Soga Spa
This resort has an extensive beach, because of its crystal clear waters it is an ideal place to swim. Around it there are facilities that offer food, beverage and sports facilities. Location The La Soga spa is located in the province of Napo, Tena canton, 15 minutes from the city in the San Antonio neighborhood, entering the left side at approximately 500 m. Services that La Soga spa offers: Sports fields recreation areas Rest areas Bars-restaurants Hygienic Services (Bathrooms) Cabins with dance floor. Parking Among the activities that can be carried out are: Football Volley Swimming Camping Hike Photography
116.15 Km.
Swallows Protective Forest
The Golondrinas Protected Forest is located in the province of Carchi, in the cantons of Tulcán, Mira and Espejo. It has an extension of 1500 hectares. The Cerro Golondrinas Protected Forest encompasses montane cloud forest areas of the western foothills of the Andes, where the vegetation is stunted. The chaparro is found adjacent to paramo areas, vegetation that is dominant in the El Ángel Ecological Reserve. In the lower parts there are disturbed forests and deforested areas in regeneration; near the neighboring towns there are lands destined for agriculture (corn, pineapples, fruit trees, sugar cane, beans) and pastures for cattle. In the upper part, the unprotected areas are converted to agricultural land, mainly potato crops. The forest is a source of food for all the numerous animal birds that inhabit it. One of the most representative mammals is the spectacled bear that roams the region. Within this forest we find three attractions that enhance the value and beauty of this site: the Santa Rosa Waterfall, the Chorro Blanco Waterfall and the Blanco River. 78 species of mammals have been registered, approximately 312 species of birds, in addition to between 70 and 140 woody species, of approximately 470 existing species of flora.
116.30 Km.
Tena Linear Park
The Parque Lienal de Tena, has to offer the citizens as national and foreign tourists, a great variety of places of recreation as well as for adults, young people and children, they will be able to enjoy these places of recreation. You can enjoy a pleasant moment with your loved ones doing sports in the spaces that this park has for sports.
116.31 Km.
Amazon Park La Isla
The Park is constituted as a sample of the Amazonian ecosystem, which allows to observe the native flora in all its splendor, as well as the conservation and management of several species of fauna, together with the awareness and change of attitude of the population for its adequate maintenance, actions that require long periods of work. In this place, the local, national and foreign visitor will know the importance of the Amazonian tropical forest, the medicines and food it possesses, the beauty of its wood and ornamental plants, as well as enjoy tourist alternatives of ecological recognition. Location: La Isla Amazon Park (PALI) is located in the center of the city of Tena, Napo province, at the confluence of the Pano and Tena rivers. Activities that can be done: Hiking Flora and fauna sighting
117.19 Km.
Voladero Lagoons
Lake complex that is part of the El Ángel Ecological Reserve. Its transparent waters have an average temperature of 10 °C.These lagoons originate after the formation of glaciers during the Pleistocene. In previous times it was a single lagoon but over the years they have been divided into three.It is an area very rich in slopes and swamps that have allowed, together with the action of rains and feeding of rivers, its formation. Considered as the star attraction of the province of Carchi due to the innumerable influx of national and foreign visitors.Around these lagoons there are ecosystems of paramo lagoons and relicts of native vegetation in the ravines, and between the hills. There are small streams that feed the lagoons, diversity of flora and fauna, being its maximum representative the frailejón, whose species exists abundantly throughout the region.The access road is covered with sigzes that allow you to reach a natural viewpoint of the valley where the lagoons are located. Its banks are marshy, with relicts of native vegetation in the western foothills. Location The Lagunas del Voladero, are located 40 minutes from the old road El Ángel - Tulcán, they belong to the El Ángel Ecological Reserve. What you can do in Lagunas del Voladero Photography, Fauna observation, Ecotourism, Hike Legend Legend has it that a legendary cacique from Carchen, before being captured by Spanish law, decided to fly to these lagoons and get lost in the crystal clear waters, never giving up. It is said that he was a tough, strong and kind man, named Jerónimo Tudpué.
117.20 Km.
Pimpillitu Waterfall
Pimpillitu Waterfall invites you to enjoy the natural attractions of our Ecuadorian Amazon, just 8 minutes from the city of Tena, in the community of Ongota you can find the blue butterfly waterfalls "Pimpillitu Llushan". It offers the services of: typical gastronomy dance walking trails Spa sports fields, A place of healthy recreation to enjoy with your family and friends. Location: It is located in the Community in Bogota, 10 minutes from the city of Tena, entrance through the Las Hiervitas neighborhood. Source: Images from his Facebook Page Cascada Pimpillitu.
119.08 Km.
Potrerillos Lagoon
They are plains with small undulations where small creeks are formed that feed the lagoon. There is a diversity of both flora and fauna typical of the moors and the frailejones stand out, a species that has colonized large spaces, in the vicinity of the lagoon there are pads, important species for this ecosystem since they accumulate water so that in this way they keep the loopholes. The soils are forms inherited from the paleoglacials, the climate is cold, typical of the paramo area. Description of the riverbanks: The banks are covered by straw and frailejón. Location: The Potrerillos lagoon is located within the El Angel ecological reserve, in the La Libertad parish. Business hours: 365 days a year from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Observations: It is recommended to visit in summer time due to the fog that the place presents and the different existing swamps.
119.46 Km.
Myrtle forest
This magical place of leafy trees, contains self-guided trails that take us deep into the forest, where the natural representation tells the story of the Cuban people, in which trees with more than 300 years old can be seen, hosting great diversity, such as , myrtle, distemper, uvillo, albacerrín, blackberry, chilca, reeds and more, a wide variety of insects, bees, wasps, yellow-legged and white-legged hairy flies, find our playful squirrel, which is part of the richness of our forest , as the emblematic and winning species at the Carchi Province level. The forest has become a resting place for migratory birds and a refuge for wild animals. We find this majestic place just a 10-minute walk from the town center, and it should be noted that it is a protected area, along a carriageway, where we find some orchids, and the net journey of this place is around 2 hours, the same that has toilets and swings. How to get? Located 11 km from San Gabriel, a favorite place for lovers of Ecotourism, a forest with an extension of 10 hectares of the myrtle species, a tree with a reddish trunk and thick foliage, the tops form a vault in which you can breathe an atmosphere of peace and tranquility this place is known as "The Cathedral".
121.60 Km.
El Angel Ecological Reserve
The El Angel ecological reserve has an extraordinary biodiversity made up of frailejones paramos and polylepis forests. In the reserve you can go trekking in the forest. It is recommended to go with a guide, between 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., to avoid the fog. The rains are of long duration and low intensity, and it has two seasons: dry (June to October) and rainy (November to May). On the site you can walk between wetlands and lagoons. It is recommended to taste the traditional dish: Trout, local fish. How to get? From Quito By the Panamericana Norte, passing through Ibarra (123 km); At the Mascarilla police control, 30 km from Ibarra, take the road to El Ángel (35 km). From Tulcan To Lagunas Verdes and Chiles. A first order road leads to the town of Tufiño. From here to the lagoons the road is of the third order. Hours of operation El Ángel Ecological Reserve They attend 365 days a year, they can stay for free in the facilities of the guest house located at the entrance of the El Angel Ecological Reserve. There is no set schedule, but it is recommended to take advantage of natural light. Permits and restrictions El Angel Do not throw trash. Do not carry weapons. Respect the life of all beings that inhabit the area. Do not collect species without authorization. Avoid campfires. Pay the entrance fee.
121.66 Km.
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