Safe and Easy SUP Stand-Up Paddle in Misahualli

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

4 hours

Mobile ticket

Every tour lasts up to four(4) hours and begins on the calm waters of Monkey Beach in Misahualli, the Ecuadorian Amazon.

We always hire a boat to float alongside us, so some passengers get on and off the boat, SUP paddle a bit, practice, do yoga, swim, get back in the boat, take photos, explore secluded beaches, paddle some more, etc.

From Monkey Beach we will float on the Misahualli River along gentle easy water to the Napo River, past secluded beaches, to native Kichwa villages such as Awarina and Shipati where many of our friends live.

Optional activies along the route include tiny class 1 rapids, wildlife-viewing such as monkeys and birds, visiting native villages and seeing exotic pets, fossil hunting, and even a chance to pan for gold.

When we stop on a secluded beach, one person can pan for gold while others are hunting for fossils, while another sits on the boat eating snacks.

This is a very easy laid-back tour with plenty of options for varied fitness levels and ages.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

We brought the first paddleboards to Misahualli. We make sustainable balsa wood paddleboards with local Kichwa woodworkers and artists. We rent paddleboards every weekend with a youth group of volunteers, and our guides are certified, educated, at least bilingual, and often trilingual or more. Safety first, fun second, and an open-minded "multiple perspectives" approach to educating travellers about this area. Everything we do is based around making sure our passengers are safe, healthy, and happy!

What‘s Included

Every tour includes, per person: PFD life vest, paddle, and access to shared waterproof bag drybags

Please bring a bottle of water and any desired snacks, as well as any sunblock or insect repellent you desire. We may have some to share, but it's best to be prepared