Tayo`s Cave
“Tayos is up there with the moon”
Neil Armstrong
Tayo´s Cave
Located in one of the wildest of Ecuador
From 1588 6 5
per person day nights
Secure your trip with a $250 deposit only! Pay the remaining balance with a flexible payment plan
The legendary and mysterious formation that aroused the fascination
of astronaut Neil Armstrong
Neil Armstrong
Tayo`s Cave 1976
The enigmatic Tayo’s Cave is known worldwide for the great mysteries created over the years.
Located in the heart of the Condor´s mountain range in the deep Ecuadorian Amazon, is one of the wildest places yet to explore.
In 1976 the governments of England and Ecuador organized an expedition to find metal sheets that supposed to have the origin of an unknown civilization of which the human race has no memory or clue.
Scotsman Stanley and Hall led this expedition, supported by local people, Ecuadorian and British armies. The astronaut Neil Armstrong participated as a special guest. After this expedition, I declared: "Tayo's is up with the Moon."
Many people affirm this expedition took these metal sheets, among other treasures.
Inside the cave is a world full of life; you can find insects, spiders, tarantulas, bats, crabs and have been fount shrimps.
The name originates from the birds that live inside, tayos (oil birds).
To explore, its necessary an official permit, and you must always go with a Shuar guide as part of your expedition by local law.
Sample Itinerary
This is a sample itinerary, the final itinarary will be send adjusted with your activities, dates of travel and your style.
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ANDES LOCATIONSThe Andes is the most visited region in Ecuador. It has cultural and natural diversity that makes it breathtaking. You can find paramos to beautiful volcanos and mountains such as Cotopaxi, Sincholagua, Antisana, Chimborazo, hot springs, deserts, and lagoons like San Pablo Cuicocha. In addition, plenty of places like old cities, indigenous markets, and cloud forests exist in small areas. We can provide accommodation, logistics, and all the required conditions for your productions.
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AMAZON LOCATIONSThis region offers incredible places and people to make something unique: the magnificent Tayo´s Cave, Cuyabeno, and Yasuní (the most biodiverse on Earth). We also can find multiple nationalities like Shuar, Huaorani o Waorani, Achuar, and many more. Therefore, our most important accomplishments are getting permission and being welcome to remote places.
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GALAPAGOS LOCATIONSGalapagos, couldn't be better for diving. You shall expect visibility from 50 to 80 feet or 15 to 25 meters in most places. Reef fish, sea lions, sting rays, golden rays, eagle rays, invertebrates, morays, garden eels, turtles, marine iguanas, white tip reef sharks, hammerheads, whale sharks, whales, pelagic fish. In solid land, you can find 13 main islands. Marine iguanas, Galapagos giant tortoises, Darwin's finches, flightless cormorants, flamencos, waved Albatross, Galapagos Fur Sea, Penguin, Lava Herons, and many more popular animals. We can arrange the logistics, planes, transportation, permits from Galapagos National Park, and all needed for your production.
Fitness Level
Medium ?
For someone who excercises regularly althought not necessarily to a really high level, capable of carring a pack weighhing 12 kg and carry for 2 hours.
Difficulty level
Medium ?
We recommend that expeditionries are familiar with ropes, if not we can assit you. Familiarity with rock climbing could be useful
Duration
7 days
Included
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Everything described in the tour
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All of the scheduled activities
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All accommodation: 5 nights, 2 in a hotel, 2 in the community nearby Tayos and 1 inside the Cave.
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All transport during the tour
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Roundtrip airport transfers, if you arrive earlier or you go after the expedition time, we will arrange it for you at an extra charge.
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Daily meals: - Welcome dinner, 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 4 dinners.
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Traditional Shuar cooking class
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Daily breakfast and two lunches
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All entrance fees, community taxes, motor boat.
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Complimentary transfer to scheduled activities
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Certified guide for all the activities
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Dedicated staff to ensure you have an incredible experience
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Prices are based on double occupancy, meaning you will be traveling with a friend or family. If you are traveling solo, please feel free to contact your travel agent.
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Amazing landscapes and lifetime memories.
Not included
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Flights to and from Ecuador
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Any applicable Covid Testing and travel insurance
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Any Extra Personal Expenses & meals not mentioned
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Insurance. All participants must have insurance appropriate for outdoor sports, such as health, accident, mountain rescue, repatriation, cancellation, personal liability, etc.
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Expenses for extra activities, such as; massages, spas, sauna, hot tub
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Any accommodations for extra days in Ecuador
PRICING
After you have your final price for your expedition, you must pay the 30% for booking. We provide flexible payment plans for all travelers. All payments must be completed 35 days before your scheduled arrival date.
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Our prices are based on double occupancy, which means you will share with your partner or a friend. If you are traveling solo please reach out so we can adjust the pricing of your trip.
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Next steps
1. Review details
Ensure the dates and trip price work for you. If you have any questions please schedule a call with our team. Once you are ready to book that dream vacay go ahead and pay your deposit!
2. Pay deposit
Once your trip is confirmed, you will have access to your trip group chat, where you can meet & connect with other travelers and coordinate flights. In addition, you will receive monthly payment reminders and updates leading up to departure with everything you need, from a finalized itinerary to travel guides, a packing list, and more!
3. Pack your bags
Arrive and get ready for an adventure! Our suggestion would be to look for arrival time in the early afternoon as check in starts at 2pm. If you arrive early, you will have more time to settle into your hotel and explore while getting adjusted to your new surroundings! Our welcome dinner starts in the evening at 6pm, this is where our official introduction begins!