{"id":19483,"date":"2019-09-28T08:00:46","date_gmt":"2019-09-28T13:00:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wanderbusecuador.com\/blog\/2019\/09\/28\/misahualli-with-kids\/"},"modified":"2021-07-21T14:50:33","modified_gmt":"2021-07-21T19:50:33","slug":"misahualli-with-kids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wanderbusecuador.com\/es\/misahualli-with-kids\/","title":{"rendered":"Misahuall\u00ed with kids: tips and recommendations"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Ecuadorian <\/span>Amazon rainforest<\/span><\/a> offers plenty of spectacular places to go, and in this chapter, I\u2019ll give you some enlightenment about visiting the beautiful jungle town of Misahuall\u00ed with kids.\u00a0<\/span>
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Let’s be honest! Shall we?<\/span><\/i>
Ecuador might not have the best amusement parks, but who needs those when you can play Tarzan or Indiana Jones in the jungle itself? Here you can spend the day seeking thrills of a different kind, watching ravishing butterflies and rafting in white waters.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Misahualli<\/b><\/h2>\n

Is Misahuall\u00ed a good destination for kids?<\/b><\/h2>\n

This place is just perfect for kids! Especially if your offspring are the adventurous kind. They will enjoy a wide range of activities including playing with monkeys in their natural habitat, swimming in natural pools, trying new food <\/span>– Lion King style -,<\/span><\/i> or just playing on the beach <\/span>–\u00a0 a river beach!<\/span><\/i>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Most of the accommodations are family-friendly, and a few of them even have special activities for children. Although you may not find a kids\u2019 menu in restaurants, sharing a dish between two will be no problem.\u00a0<\/span>
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But safety first!<\/span><\/i>\u00a0<\/span>
Don\u2019t worry, visiting Misahuall\u00ed with kids is safe. A river beach does not have the strong currents or waves of the ocean.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Best<\/b><\/h2>\n

Best things to do in Misahuall\u00ed with kids<\/b><\/h2>\n

The list is pretty long, but the following suggestions are rated the best in Misahuall\u00ed with kids:<\/span>
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El jard\u00edn de mariposas<\/b> (or mariposario) is a butterfly farm where you can learn about the lifecycle of these colorful animals. Believe me, your children are going to love seeing these creatures flying around their heads and, if they stand still, possibly even landing on them!<\/span><\/p>\n

Playing with the <\/span>Capuchin monkeys<\/b> at the main plaza will surely bring a big smile to your kids\u2019 faces, but be careful! These cheeky buddies love stealing visitors\u2019 belongings and kids are an easy target. Just don\u2019t let them wear anything valuable.<\/span><\/p>\n

Weekends offer the best opportunity to join Ecuadorian families enjoying their time on the <\/span>white sands of the riverbank beach<\/b>. Usually, Ecuadorians are very curious about how kids are raised in other corners of the globe, so take this opportunity to make some new family friends. <\/span>Your children <\/span><\/i>don\u2019t speak spanish<\/span><\/i><\/a>?<\/span><\/i> Don\u2019t worry, kids always find a way to communicate when they want to have fun!<\/span><\/p>\n

The <\/span>Latas Cascada<\/b> is another \u201cmust-do\u201d in Misahuall\u00ed with kids. After an easy 90-minute hike you can swim at the bottom of a beautiful waterfall, or in any of the pools or streams along the way. Just make sure you and your family have good sneakers or rubber boots to walk on the slippery stones.<\/span><\/p>\n

Have your loved ones ever gone \u201ctubing\u201d?<\/span><\/i><\/h3>\n

Local kids love tubing, so take your kids and jump on!!! It\u2019s a great way to admire the beauty of the jungle as you float past! If <\/span>tubing<\/b> isn\u2019t your thing, <\/span>kayaking<\/b> and <\/span>rafting<\/b> tours are also available. The key here is to have a blast, and the Napo River offers you that!!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Book a <\/span>family tour<\/b> (ask for group discounts) and visit one of the <\/span>Kichwa communities<\/b> near Misahuall\u00ed. Your children could end up trying some wonderful local chocolate while someone from the community paints their face with tribal motifs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Also, take your family to visit and hug the magnificent <\/span>old tree.<\/b> Locals claim it is over 400 years old! There isn’t a better way to connect with nature than hugging a tree, <\/span>you’ll see!<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Are you the proud parent of the most fearless kids ever?<\/span><\/i><\/h3>\n

Why not dare them to try the famous <\/span>chontacuro<\/b>, a big tasty warm that lives inside the heart of a palm tree? If you are looking for a less extreme dish, don’t miss the delicious <\/span>maito de tilapia<\/b> or <\/span>maito de pollo<\/b> (fish or chicken pieces wrapped in plantain leaves).<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Tips<\/b><\/h2>\n

Tips for traveling to Misahuall\u00ed with kids<\/b><\/h2>\n

The main goal of travelling to Misahuall\u00ed with kids is to have FUN! Read the following safety tips carefully in order to NOT ruin your perfect holiday.<\/span><\/p>\n