CASA DEL SUIZO, AMAZON JUNGLE, ECUADOR

In the eastern skirts of the Andes mountains and on the shore of Ecuador's Napo River, one can find Ahuano, a small but growing Quichua Indian village. It was here in this Amazon hamlet that Swiss expatriate Beny Ammeter decided to open a general store in 1985. In those days, when foreign travelers found their way to Ahuano and needed a place to stay, they were inevitably directed to 'La Casa del Suizo': The Swiss Man's House. Happy to receive visitors from afar, Beny warmly welcomed them into his home. Within a short time, his residence became so popular that he decided to construct several cabins to better accommodate the steady flow of travelers. This was the beginning of La Casa del Suizo, which today offers first class accommodations and international fame.

Facilities

Each of our comfortable rooms offers 24-hour electricity, hot water, a refreshing ceiling fan and an exquisite view that may be peacefully absorbed from the privacy of one's own terrace. With a magnificent panorama of the Napo visitors may enjoy our swimming pool, outdoor dining area and pool bar, which offers an array of delicious tropical drinks. The hotel's dining rooms offer a wide variety of both Ecuadorian and international dishes, and our buffets cater to vegetarians. International telephone service is conveniently available in our reception area.

Tours
. Each morning our guests may trek, paddle and swing through the lush, primary rainforest that surrounds the Lodge. The native guides possess vast knowledge of the diverse local fauna and flora, as well as the medicinal uses of many plants.
. A variety of activities are available; one of our hikes ends with a balsa raft adventure down the Napo river and back to the hotel.
. Our guests may also visit a local Quichua village, where one can watch amazing blowpipe demonstrations and the preparation of chicha, a local alcoholic beverage.
. Most outings end at noon and guests are brought back to the hotel for lunch. However, for those activities that last all day box lunches will be provided.


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