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Ecuadorian Amazon
Destination Guide

Ecuadorian Amazon

"Cloud Forest to Rainforest Floor"

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Coverage Requirements

Ecuador's Amazon is the most accessible of the major Amazon destinations — Quito is a short flight from most lodges. The Yasuní biosphere is more remote but medical evacuation infrastructure is relatively well-developed compared to Brazil and Peru.

Primary requirement

Medical evacuation $200k+ (air to Quito or Coca)

Additional requirements
  1. 2 Trip cancellation sized to lodge cost

Regional Risk Levels

Recommended medical evacuation coverage by region

Yasuní / Cuyabeno lodges

High Risk
Rec. Coverage $200k+

Quito hospital

Moderate Risk
Rec. Coverage $50k–$100k

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Coverage Checklist

  • Medical Evacuation
  • Repatriation
  • Trip Cancellation
  • Delay & Missed Connection
  • Baggage Protection
  • COVID-19 Coverage
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