Be a part of an expedition to one of the most interesting ethnic groups in Ecuador - the Waoranis in the Amazon jungle!
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Jungle Trips -
Waorani Expedition
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The Waorani Expedition is an exciting and unforgettable tour, full of adventure that takes you to the Waorani tribe that still preserves its ancient traditions. On the tour you will see the customs and traditions of an authentic Waorani tribe and lots of typical wildlife in the Ecuadorian Amazon.
The Waorani, Huaorani or Waodani, also known as the Waos, are native Amerindians from the Amazonian Region of Ecuador (Napo, Orellana and Pastaza Provinces) who have marked differences from other ethnic groups from Ecuador. The alternate name Auca is a pejorative exonym used by the neighbouring Quechua Indians, and commonly adopted by Spanish-speakers as well. Auca - awqa in Quechua - means "enemy". They comprise almost 4,000 inhabitants and speak the Waorani language, a linguistic isolate that is not known to be related to any other language. Their ancestral lands are located between the Curaray and Napo rivers, about 50 miles (80 km) south of El Coca. In the past, the Waoranis were able to protect their culture and lands from both indigenous enemies and settlers.
From : $ 600 USD (6 day trip)
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