Digital nomad in the Amazon: Quito to Beno Wildlife Center
This route covers the digital nomad experience in Ecuador's Amazon Rainforest, starting from Quito and extending 3,629 km to the Beno Wildlife Center. The journey involves a 12-hour bus ride and 2-hour canoe expedition through flooded rainforest during rainy season, showcasing the logistics of remote work in one of Earth's most biodiverse regions.
- Distance
- 182.5 km
- Mode
- Places
- Start
- Beno Wildlife Center
- End
- Quito
- Stops
- 2
- Video author
- travmap
- Updated
Stops on this route
- Beno Wildlife Center — Eco-lodge in the heart of the Amazon rainforest offering digital nomad experiences, wildlife observation, and jungle activities with Starlink connectivity.
- Quito — Capital city of Ecuador and gateway to the Amazon region, located in the Andes mountains at high altitude.
Useful for your trip
- Transport
- To reach Cuyabeno Wildlife Center: fly into Quito, take a 12-hour bus, then a 2-hour canoe ride deep into the Amazon.
- Where to stay
- Lodge has Starlink Wi-Fi satellite internet, described as some of the best Wi-Fi in Ecuador, suitable for digital nomad work.
- Where to stay
- Rooms include private bathrooms with hot water showers, mosquito nets, and comfortable beds. Everything transported 2+ hours by canoe from nearest town.
- Where to stay
- Lodge provides rain ponchos and wellington boots (multiple sizes) for rainy season activities and muddy jungle walks.
- Food
- Lodge provides meals with meat and vegetarian options, fresh local fruit, hot chocolate made from locally-produced chocolate, and coffee/tea stations.
- Timing
- Travel during rainy season means water levels are 10m deeper than dry season, affecting wildlife visibility and jungle conditions.
- Save money
- Use promo code 'JOELCWC15' for $15 off at checkout on the Work and Wander Experience (7 or 14-day packages only).
- Tip
- Lodge offers flexible activity participation—guests can choose daily whether to join guided activities or work/rest at the lodge.
- Tip
- Jungle hikes during rainy season are extremely wet and muddy; expect to get soaked and plan clothing accordingly.
- Where to stay
- All energy at lodge is solar-powered with battery storage. Charging station with 20-25 plug sockets available in common area.
- Tip
- Wildlife encounters include pink dolphins, caimans, sloths, porcupines, snakes, and tarantulas; guides can locate specific species.
Video on this route
WORKING as DIGTAL NOMAD in the AMAZON RAINFOREST!