Capybaras are found along the rivers and lagoons of the Ecuadorian Amazon, especially in the Cuyabeno reserve and around Yasuni, watched from canoes gliding along the flooded forest edges. The same waters hold pink dolphins, caimans, giant otters and monkeys in one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth. Sightings are best in the drier months from September to February.
Capybaras are found along the rivers and lagoons of the Ecuadorian Amazon, especially in the Cuyabeno reserve and around Yasuni, watched from canoes gliding along the flooded forest edges. The same waters hold pink dolphins, caimans, giant otters and monkeys in one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth. Sightings are best in the drier months from September to February.
Up to 76% sighting chance in Yasuni and Cuyabeno, Ecuadorian Amazon, Ecuador. Best months: November, October, December.
Along the rivers and lagoons of the Cuyabeno reserve and the Yasuni region, from canoe trips with lodge guides.
By flight to Coca or Lago Agrio, then canoe to remote Amazon lodges inside the reserves.
The drier months from September to February give the most comfortable travel and viewing.
