Cabin in Chontapunta

Experience life in the jungle with a real Waorani family by staying as a guest in their cabin. The cabin has a basic room downstairs where you'll sleep on sponge mattresses. Your things can be locked inside for safety and keys will be provided. There is fast satellite internet available and a small charging station, all off-grid and solar powered. You'll bathe in the river downhill from the house. There are no western style toilets. 3 meals a day will be provided. It's 4 hours hiking from road The space There are two rooms in the cabin. One upstairs for our waorani family and one downstairs for our guests. We have an outdoor stove kitchen in the large traditional hut in front of the cabin. Downhill from the house is the main stream where you'll shower. There are lots of natural wonders to visit nearby. Like a cave, waterfall, giant ceibo trees, matapalo, endless streams with crystalline pure water, rare orchids, and wild animals are sometimes sighted, like monkeys, zajino boar, deer, anteaters, jaguar, alligators. There is no cellular phone signal. Our satellite wifi will enable you stay in touch with the outer world. It might not be available at all times and may depend on weather conditions due to the system being offgrid solar powered. We have two pet chorongo monkeys who roam around the house and are very friendly. Guided treks to specific sites are offered by your host and you will deal & pay him directly. This contributes in a small but direct way to the development of the community which is the main goal of this listing. There are no intermediaries other than airbnb in this reservation. Guest access Guests can access the room downstairs, which has its own entrance, leave their belongings there, set up a tent optionally, and lock up the room. We provide some light padding mattresses for a better sleep. Youre also free to hike around the area and explore the trails nearby. All guests in the reservation will share the room. We can accommodate more guests if they bring tents and let us know their needs. During your stay We will be present during your stay for anything you need. We can set up tours to specific sites like the waterfall, cave, ceibos, night hunting, etc. We can organize special cultural presentations, like singing and dancing. We are artists and will have our arts on display for sale. Other things to note You really need to get in touch, ask questions and understand the site is remote, arrange a trip with us in advance, and be prepared for a 4 hour hike. The entry and exit journey usually starts in the early morning and depending on weather conditions may take more hours than expected. There is no road access. In case of a medical emergency there is a rescue service by helicopter provided by the government of Napo province. We will give you a list of necessary items to bring for a better experience. We can accommodate for vegetarian meals; please request in advance. Also be prepared for a life changing experience in connection with the forest and its children, the Wao people. Be prepared to forget everything you know and learn from the people who live here.