| The Park
Omaere is located on the outskirts of the city of Puyo, along the "Paseo Turístico del Río Puyo," a trail along the Rio Puyo, to the northeast of the city. To arrive, head out of town towards Tena, but before leaving town, turn right on Calle Cotapaxi at the "Coka" gas station. Follow this street to the end of the block where you will find the plaza Malecón del Río Puyo. From here, cross the footbridge over the river, pass by the Hostal El Jardin and Hostal Flor de Canela, and continue 200 meters more until you see the entrance for Parque Etnobotánico Omaere, just before the second large bridge. Please bring an umbrella or raincoat, because it rains frequently in Puyo. In fact, Puyo means clouds in the local language of Kichwa. Call us for information or reservation (593) 8 117 0842, (593) 8 525-0864. If you are already in Ecuador: 08 117 0842, 08 525-0864. |
The
Omaere Park was one of the first ethnobotanical parks in all of
Latin America. Ethnobotany is the study of the relations between
cultures and the plants that surround them. Whether it is for medicine,
shelter, spiritual, or nutritional use, plants are a fundamental
part of life for the indigenous peoples of the Amazon. Here in the
Park you can visit traditional houses, where we teach about the
Shuar and Waorani cultures and show some of their weapons and tools.
We are located in Puyo, Ecuador, just a few minutes walk from the
city center. Visit us in the Park; the entrance fee is $3 adults,
$1.50 students, $0.50 children. (Each group should pay a minimum
of $5.) Walks are guided and last 1-2 hours, depending on the interest
of the visitor. The park is open every day except on Monday from 9am until 5pm. People in a big hurry can see some
of the main points in half an hour. While on the trails, you will
have a chance to feel the aroma of orchids, the taste of cinnamon,
the spines of Cat’s Claw Vine, and be painted with Achotillo
sap. Please call ahead to make a reservation if you need
an English speaking guide. 
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