Ride 27 km of Jatun Yaku’s lively class III rapids on a full-day rafting trip from Tena, with a riverside lunch and a safety kayaker escorting the run. Expect wet fun, local riverside culture, and a solid safety briefing before launch.
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You push off from a sun-warmed riverbank and the current takes charge—Jatun Yaku’s brown water rushing wide and fast, flanked by dense Amazonian foothills and small riverside villages. The guide’s voice cuts through spray: a quick safety briefing, a practiced shove, and the raft surges into a sequence of class III waves that demand focus and laughter in equal measure.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
7 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness—able to sit for periods, perform paddle bursts, and hike short riverbanks if needed
Wildlife
History
The Jatun Yaku watershed links Andean volcanic slopes with Amazonian lowlands; communities along the river have long relied on fishing, small-scale agriculture, and river transport.
Conservation
Respect riverbanks and avoid single-use plastics; operators typically follow low-impact practices—stay on designated beaches and do not disturb riverbank vegetation.
Reserve your spot on the Day rafting experience from Tena with lunch today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring water shoes
Sturdy, closed-toe water shoes protect feet on rocky launches, beach breaks, and while swimming in currents.
Pack a dry bag
Keep phones, IDs, and spare clothes dry—waterproof storage prevents ruined gear on splashy rapids.
Know your swim comfort
You should be comfortable in moving water; guides provide lifejackets and a safety kayaker, but basic swimming ability is required.
Sun and insect protection
Bring reef-safe sunscreen and a light long-sleeve layer—sun at the river and mosquitos at lunch beaches are both factors.
Closed-toe water shoes
Protects feet on rocky banks and provides traction in wet conditions.
Quick-dry clothing and layers
Dries fast after swims and keeps you comfortable across humid Amazonian conditions.
summer
Dry bag (small)
Keeps phone, wallet, and spare clothes dry during the run.
Reef-safe sunscreen and insect repellent
Protects against strong equatorial sun and biting insects at beach stops.