Travel Guide to Zona Camping Cascada de Latas

Getting There

• Car

  If you're traveling by car, start your journey from Tena, the capital of Napo Province. Drive on the E45 highway towards Puerto Napo, which is approximately 30 kilometers away. Follow the signs towards Puerto Napo. Once you reach Puerto Napo, use your GPS or a map application to navigate to the campground, which is located on the outskirts of the town. The exact coordinates are -1.0256323 latitude and -77.7318304 longitude. Be prepared for unpaved roads as you get closer to the campground.

• Public Transportation

  For public transportation, take a bus from Tena to Puerto Napo. Buses leave frequently from the Tena bus terminal and the journey typically takes about 30 to 45 minutes. Once you arrive in Puerto Napo, you can either walk to Zona Camping Cascada de Latas if you have light luggage (around 3 kilometers) or hire a local taxi, which should cost approximately $5 to $10 to get you directly to the campground.

• Walking

  If you choose to walk from Puerto Napo to Zona Camping Cascada de Latas, head southeast from the bus terminal towards the river. Follow the road along the riverbank until you reach the bridge. Cross the bridge, and continue on the trail that leads to the campground. The walk is about 3 kilometers and can take around 30 to 45 minutes, depending on your pace. Ensure you have suitable footwear as some sections may be uneven.

• Taxi

  If you prefer a more direct approach from Puerto Napo, you can easily find a taxi at the terminal. It is a short ride to Zona Camping Cascada de Latas, which should take around 10 minutes. Make sure to agree on the fare beforehand; typical rates are between $5 and $10, depending on your negotiation skills.