{"id":18589,"date":"2019-08-29T08:00:08","date_gmt":"2019-08-29T13:00:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wanderbusecuador.com\/blog\/2019\/08\/29\/what-to-do-in-misahualli-ecuador\/"},"modified":"2021-07-20T20:09:29","modified_gmt":"2021-07-21T01:09:29","slug":"what-to-do-in-misahualli-ecuador","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wanderbusecuador.com\/es\/what-to-do-in-misahualli-ecuador\/","title":{"rendered":"What to do in Misahuall\u00ed Ecuador?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Sunbathing on white sand shores, witnessing the sunrise reflecting in the water, playing with monkeys, discovering jungle <\/span>wildlife<\/span><\/a>, and wandering deep inside the rain forest where you will see ancient trees\u2026 these are just a few glimpses of what to do in Misahuall\u00ed, Ecuador.<\/span><\/p>\n

Misahuall\u00ed, a charming village considered the oldest port in the Ecuadorian Amazon, is located 25 kilometers (15.5 mi) southeast of Tena at the junction of the Napo and Misahuall\u00ed rivers. It\u2019s still a popular spot to organize jungle tours that includes visits to various indigenous communities.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"What<\/b><\/p>\n

Most Popular Attractions in Misahuall\u00ed<\/b><\/h2>\n

Capuchin monkeys<\/b> will probably be the first locals to welcome you in Misahuall\u00ed! These cute mischievous buddies are used to interacting with humans but remember they are wild animals and will often take anything that appears attractive to them <\/span>– from snacks to cameras –<\/span><\/i> so enjoy these encounters but be wise enough to take good care of your belongings!<\/span><\/p>\n

Have you ever pictured a beach in the heart of the rain forest? Well, it\u2019s real! Or should I say surreal?<\/span>
\nUndoubtedly Misahuall\u00ed\u2019s most important natural attraction is its 700 mts. (0.44 miles) of <\/span>white sandy beach<\/b>, the best place to escape the hot and humid rain forest weather. It\u2019s a very popular spot with the locals, especially on weekends.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you are a butterfly lover you won\u2019t want to miss the <\/span>Misahuall\u00ed Butterfly Farm<\/b> located a few blocks from the Central Park. This magical place is home to the stunning iridescent blue Morpho butterfly <\/span>– among other species –<\/span><\/i> and you can also learn about every stage of a butterfly’s life cycle.<\/span><\/p>\n

Just a few steps from the Central Park on the banks of the Misahuall\u00ed River you will find <\/span>Monkey Island<\/b>, which was named for the insane number of <\/span>Machin monkeys<\/b> that live there. You\u2019ll fall in love with these cheeky little creatures and perhaps one of them will <\/span>make you believe<\/span><\/i> it loves you too!<\/span><\/p>\n

Still wondering what to do in Misahuall\u00ed, Ecuador? What about hugging an ancient tree?<\/span><\/h3>\n

Let me introduce you to the A<\/strong><\/span>ncient Ceibo Tree<\/b>, which is more than 50 meters tall! Locals claim that it takes 27 men with arms outstretched to hug this colossus! This amazing tree is almost 400 years old and it\u2019s located 3 kms. (1.9 miles) from Misahuall\u00ed near a small village called Pununo.<\/span><\/p>\n

Only 15 minutes from Misahuall\u00ed on the road to Tena, you will find the <\/span>Latas Waterfalls<\/b>. A 40-minute trek beside the river will take you to three beautiful waterfalls, where a refreshing swim and the remarkable landscape are the perfect rewards for your efforts.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Extreme<\/b><\/p>\n

Extreme sports in Misahuall\u00ed<\/b><\/h2>\n

Are you craving <\/span><\/i>adrenaline<\/span><\/i><\/a>?<\/span><\/i>
\nThe Misahuall\u00ed and Napo Rivers are an open invitation for some adventure activities!<\/span><\/p>\n

Rafting and kayaking<\/b><\/h3>\n

The beautiful Misahuall\u00ed River provides the perfect setting for extreme adventurers with plenty of rapids (level IV to VI+). Riding these waters you will have the opportunity to navigate jungle-lined canyons and admire waterfalls up to 9 meters high!<\/span><\/p>\n

Tubing<\/b><\/h3>\n

Tubing in the Napo River allows you to feel the energy of its waters while observing and hearing the beautiful diversity of animals and plants in the jungle. The Napo River is also recommended for beginner-level rafting and kayaking (level III max).<\/span><\/p>\n

You can also book <\/span>canoe trips<\/b> on the Napo River to visit indigenous communities, some of whom have animal rescue centers. You may not consider this extreme until you meet some of the most amazing rain forest animals, such as the jaguar, the caiman, the boa constrictor and anaconda!<\/span><\/p>\n

Local Indigenous Communities<\/b><\/h2>\n

Misahualli is located in Kichwa territory and 75% of its population consider themselves Kichwa.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Do you feel like immersing yourself in the Kichwa culture? Take a ride down the Napo River and visit the <\/span>Shiripuno<\/b> and <\/span>Muyuna<\/b> communities to learn about their ancestral music,\u00a0 dances, customs, and gastronomy, as well as their shamanic rituals and <\/span>community tourism projects<\/span><\/a>. Also, don\u2019t forget to check out their traditional handmade crafts made with materials gathered from the rain forest!<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Local<\/b><\/p>\n

Enjoy The Local Cuisine<\/b><\/h2>\n

Whether you decide to eat in one of the Ecuadorian restaurants in Misahuall\u00ed town center or try a traditional meal in an indigenous community, it will be an interesting experience, especially if you\u2019re up for trying some jungle cuisine!\u00a0<\/span>
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Are you ready for new flavors and textures?<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n