#sani lodge

[sitting-on-me-bum]

Scorpion, seen under UV light, Bilsa Biological Reserve, Ecuador

Photographer: Paul Bertner

Thick-tailed Scorpion (Tityus sp), under UV light, Sani Lodge, Ecuador

[sierranevadaexpeditions]

Adventurous Sani Lodge Tours in Sierra Nevada Expeditions

The perfect opportunity to be in a Truly Primary Rainforest full of Incredible & Varied Wildlife. More Birds, Mammals, and Reptiles, because our well-maintained trails and a lower impact in our area keep animals and nature in its place. Visit www.sierranevada.ec/en/sani-lodge for more information.

[theacharya]

Sani lodge – A unique blend of luxury, nature and activities. Sani lodge On your adventure, you will walk through a pristine rainforest gallery that is home to 1,500 species of trees, hundreds of climbing vines, and exotic flowers, as well as 550 species of tropical birds, 13 species of monkeys and 1,000 species of beautiful butterflies.According to a recent assessment by a leading group of biologists the Rainforest around Sani Lodge in North Eastern Ecuador is the most biologically diverse locality in the world. 

[thefivefoottraveler]

We figured that the best way to access Drakensberg was to stay at the Sani Lodge, located at the base of the mountains. As soon as we arrived, we quickly dropped off our bags in the room and began a short hike before sunset. It’s an easy hike, with the start of the trail beginning directly behind the bedrooms. 100% worth a few hours of your day, as it offers spectacular views of Drakensberg.

A bit about Drakensberg: The Drakensberg Mountains are considered a World Heritage Site for (1) it’s beauty, (2) it’s cultural Bushman paintings, (3) it’s flora and fauna (there are some rare species found only in the middle of the Drakensberg), and (4) it’s geology – it’s a very unique mountain range, as it’s both horizontal and layered. The Drakensberg was initially created from an ancient desert formation over 200 million years ago.

The Beautiful Drakensberg Mountains We figured that the best way to access Drakensberg was to stay at the Sani Lodge, located at the base of the mountains.

[saniisla-blog]

More great coverage on the BBC.  This time Mari and Patricio talk to Rajan Datar on his Fast Track show about Sani Lodge, the people of Sani Isla and the community's struggle to preserve the rainforest.  To watch the video click here.  Sorry if this doesn't work outside the UK. 

[fairtradetravelpass-blog]

Thando's Fair Trade Adventure - Sani Lodge

6th May: On my second day in Sani I did a 4-5 hour hike which was great. i really enjoyed it, what a beautyful place. When I got back to the lodge I was so tired but it was worth it. On my third day I went for a short walk for a waterfalls in Sani Pass - it was about 45mins all in all and the waterfalls were incredible.The 8th was my last day - I left the lodge at 07:30am and travelled all the way to Jozzi. I took a shuttle to Marvell Spar where I joined the BazBus at about 10:00am. The BazBus took me all the way to Soweto Backpackers. I arrived at 05:00 in Jozzi and my shuttle was waiting for me at Brown Sugar - what a good thing - again, a shuttle waiting for me and not me waiting for them! Everything was so well organised on thie transfer. Soweto backpackers is so beautiful! What a cosy place.

I am still enjoying each and every stop of my Fair Trade journey - fill you in on more tomorrow!