Tena / Puyo

Tena / Puyo – Amazon Adventure Towns

Description

Tena and Puyo are gateway towns to Ecuador’s Amazon rainforest, known for jungle excursions, rafting, and biodiversity tourism.

Geography

• Located in eastern Ecuador, in the Amazon Basin

• Surrounded by rivers and tropical rainforest

• Hot, humid climate

History

• Settlements connected to Indigenous communities

• Developed as eco-tourism hubs

Culture

• Indigenous traditions and community tourism

• Wildlife and eco-conscious lifestyle

Economy

• Eco-tourism and jungle lodges

• Agriculture: bananas, cacao, and tropical fruits

• Craft markets

Tourism & Attractions

• Amazon jungle tours

• Whitewater rafting on Napo and Jatunyacu Rivers

• Wildlife spotting and birdwatching

• Indigenous cultural experiences