Upper Amazon Whitewater & Yoga Retreat
Where stunning beauty meets adventure and adrenaline!
November 8 – 15, 2026 | Niyama Yoga Retreats & Vistamar| Ecuador
Niyama Yoga Retreats & Vistamar is joining forces with River People to bring you the adventure of a lifetime in what many call the true Garden of Eden — the Upper Amazon of Ecuador.
At the heart of this retreat is a 3-day / 2-night whitewater camping expedition down the “Pearl of the Amazon,” the Hollín River. You’ll journey into remote canyons and untouched Primary Amazon rainforest—places few people ever have the privilege to experience—guided by the Amazon’s oldest operating whitewater company.
The adventure includes two days and three nights in Archidona, where we’ll explore breathtaking waterfalls and spend meaningful time learning from Indigenous Amazonian communities about their culture and traditions, interact and observe wild life and enjoy a night on the town in Tena.
We’ll close our journey with a relaxing evening soaking in the gorgeous and healing waters of the hot springs at Termas de Papallacta.
Throughout the retreat, you’ll enjoy daily yoga classes, comfortable lodging, and delicious, nourishing meals designed to support and energize your adventure.
The Expedition Experience:
While River People pioneered commercial trips down the Hollín River more than 20 years ago, this journey is designed for those ready to embrace true adventure.
This is a remote, expedition-style trip that includes two nights camping deep in the Amazon jungle. Although we take every possible safety precaution, flexibility is part of the adventure:
River conditions may require us to spend an additional night on the river.
In the unlikely event of an emergency, extraction would be conducted by continuing downstream. There will be no heli-vacs. We do have a satellite phone to call for assistance but that does not change the fact that extractions are made by continuing down river.
We believe in being transparent from the start, and we will provide detailed information about this if you are interested in the trip. Space will be limited. Enroll now to reserve your spot!
What is Included:
3 nights lodging in Archidona at the Monkey Lodge!
1 Night lodging at Termas de Papallacta
Entrance to Papallacta Springs
3-day / 2-night Hollín River expedition, including:
○ Expert guides
○ All whitewater and safety equipment
○ All camping gear
○ Transportation
○ Three delicious meals per day prepared riverside
○ Epic riverside yoga
○ Epic riverside excursions
○ The most epic trip of a lifetime!
All Breakfasts and Lunches in Archidona
Breakfast at Papallacta
Guided excursion to one of the region’s most spectacular waterfalls
River journey to visit and learn from Indigenous Amazonian communities
Visit to a traditional cacao farm and chocolate factory
Jungle Exploration and wildlife encounters
Multiple waterfall trips
Indigenous community Encounter
All ground transportation, including transfers to and from Quito Airport*
What is not Included:
Air Travel
Individual airport pick/up drop off. There will be one time in our bus that is included.
Alcohol
Spa treatments at Papallacta
Travel Insurance
Invesment
Payment Schedule:
-Non Refundable Deposit of 10% ($399) to guarantee your spot
-Non Refundable 40% Due 9/1/26 ($1599)
-Non Refundable 50% Due 10/10/26 ($1999)
*Accepted Payment Methods: Credit Cards (will have service fees), Personal Check, Cash
*All rooms have a A/C, Private Bathroom, Showers, Daily Cleaning Service, Concierge
Service, Fast WIFI, Complimentary Laundry Service
Contact
Please feel free to contact Niyama Yoga Retreats by phone or email.
- PHONE NUMBER: 1 (973) 500-2939
- EMAIL: niyamayogastudio@gmail.com