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Arasha rainforest spa
The Arasha Rainforest Resort and Spa opened in 2002 and has quickly proven itself to be the best option for clients looking to visit the rain forest while maintaining a high level of accommodation and service. Arasha is surrounded by lush vegetation, tropical fruits, plants and trees, flowers, birds, and local fauna. Two rivers cross the property, which makes swimming an easy option. The average temperature is 76°F or 23°C.
ARASHÁ is much more than Ecuador's Tropical Forest Resort & Spa and more than the exotic and delicious fruit of this unique region, which was the inspiration for our name.
It is a state of mind offering its guests a glimpse at the richness and tranquility of this most fragile region through:
- Multiple rich experiences and activities
- Impeccable personalized service
- Exquisite cuisine
- Finest tropical comfort
It is located less than two hours from Quito, Ecuador in the middle of the richest, most biodiverse "Hot Spot" on the globe. With its ecologically sensitive bungalows, ARASHÁ offers its guests a glimpse at the richness and tranquility of this most fragile region combined with the finest in tropical comfort.
From having a stress-relieving aromatic massage, to participating in any one of our many educational ECO-tours, to making chocolate out of cacao seeds, ARASHÁ is an experience that appeals to all senses.
Recognized several times by prestigious international tourism organizations as the finest resort in Ecuador, ARASHÁ has now been honored internationally for its impeccable personalized service, exquisite cuisine, and exceptional accommodations. Once here, guests are sure to find life's poetry in every corner of this unique paradise.
Activities
Biodiversity "Hot Spots" are unique places on earth set apart by exceptional levels of plant endemism and by serious levels of habitat loss. In order to qualify as a "hotspot", a region must meet two, very strict criteria.
Of these 35.000 species of plants, more than 50% are endemic to this area. This area also contains the largest variety of amphibians in the world, with over 664 distinct species and around 500 species of birds, wich most of them are endemic. At ARASHÁ you can watch over 150 species of birds.
Almost 450 amphibian species are listed as endangered and threatened. ARASHÁ is fully aware of this delicate issue and upon your visit, you will see the multiple conservation efforts that we have implemented as an organization and family.
Tours to nearby locations
Spa treatments
Enjoy finding your internal peace through natural oils and essences that will delicately balance all of your senses.
Facial Treatments
Body Treatments
Alphapacer
Discover how through state of the art, ground breaking technology, you will reach the highest levels of tranquility and serenity through our exclusive Alphapacer treatments.
- First, it must contain at least 1,500 species of vascular plants as endemics.
- Second, it must have lost at least 70% of its original habitat.
Of these 35.000 species of plants, more than 50% are endemic to this area. This area also contains the largest variety of amphibians in the world, with over 664 distinct species and around 500 species of birds, wich most of them are endemic. At ARASHÁ you can watch over 150 species of birds.
Almost 450 amphibian species are listed as endangered and threatened. ARASHÁ is fully aware of this delicate issue and upon your visit, you will see the multiple conservation efforts that we have implemented as an organization and family.
At Arasha you can enjoy on your own:
- Hummingbird Farm and Sanctuary
- White Sands Beach along our Negrito Creek
- Discover the World of YOGA
- Fish for Your Dinner!
- Ecologically Friendly 18 Hole Mini Putt-Putt Golf Course
- Amenities & Game Room
- Listen to the magical sounds of a marvelous organ (Private session on request)
- Tropical Fruit Orchard
Guided Tours at Arasha
Our guided tours offer a range of physical exertion and our staff can help guests to choose activities appropriate for their level of physical fitness.
- The World of Organic fruits and vegetables
- Health benefits of natural juices and exotic fruits workshop
- Medicinal plants workshop
- Primary Forest Tour of Macallares
- Nocturnal Tour of Secondary Forest with Torches
- Birding from our Mirador
- Waterfalls and Lagoons Tours
- Wild Orchids Guide you to the River Caoni
- Chocolate Factory
- Artisan Factory; Making earrings, rings, and much more!
- Exotic flowers arrangement workshop
- Complete body & spiritual cleansing with a Colorado Shaman at ARASHÁ
Tours to nearby locations
- Tour of the Cloud Forest's in Mindo Valley visiting the Hummingbird Sanctuary, Butterfly Farm, Orchid Gardens, River tubing
- Guided Tour Tsachila's Cultural Town - Two hour drive each way plus 1 hour stay (Santo Domingo de Los Colorados Native Indians)
- Birdwatching at the Primary Forest Jaramillo
- Organic Farm & Primary Forest Ali Alpa
- Mindo bird watching (Early morning departure & return to ARASHÁ by 10:00 am )
- Soft River Adventures: Rio Blanco White Water Rafting, Kayaking (License or Previous introductory course required), Tubing in Rio Caoni (November - may / no children under 8) Minimum 4 persons!
Spa treatments
Enjoy finding your internal peace through natural oils and essences that will delicately balance all of your senses. Facial Treatments
- Rejuvenating Antioxidant Facial
- Deep Cleansing Facial
- Stress Relieving Facial
- Revitalizing Facial
- Gentlemen´s Facial
Body Treatments
- Body massage with aromatherapy
- Aromatic detoxifing warm body wrap
- Foot massage with reflexology techniques
- Body massage with aromatherapy
- Relaxing back massage with aromatherapy
- Deep massage of neck and head
Alphapacer
Discover how through state of the art, ground breaking technology, you will reach the highest levels of tranquility and serenity through our exclusive Alphapacer treatments. - Touch of heaven ( Hidrotherapy, body wrap, body massage, facial)
- Journey to serenity ( Hidrotherapy, stress relieving facial, hand and foot reflexology)
- Perfect Father (Hidrotherapy, body massage, men's facial)
- Tropical Magic (Hidrotherapy, body exfolation, facial mask, body massage)
- Pretty Woman (Hidrotherapy, hot cloths, exfolation, exotic shower, body massage, fresh facial)
- Honey Moon (Hidrotherapy, body exfolation with natural mud, body massage)
- Natural Harmony (Hidrotherapy, body exfoliation, aromatic bath, body massage, alphapacer)
- Forest Secrets (Hidrotherapy, body hydratation with natural mud, deep cleasing, foot massage)
Facilities
Wheel chair accessibility is available.
Rooms:
Arasha counts with 27 deluxe, ecologically sensitive bungalows, each bungalow has two rooms, of one of the following types:
- Type Q rooms (11) - one queen-sized bed
- Type T rooms (31) - two twin beds
- Suite (4) - one queen size bed, minibar, and bathroom decorated with black stone walls. The suites are at the highest point in the resort, offering fabulous views of the surrounding area.
- Presidential Suite (1) - one king size bed, minibar, jacuzzi and living room.
In total we offer accomodations for up to 120 guests in 47 rooms. All rooms are luxuriously decorated and include ample closets, original paintings, dresser, spacious and elegantly designed bathroom with both bath and shower units.
Services:
- Pool fed from spring water with waterfall, pool bar and sun bathing chairs.
- Whirlpool for 18 persons located inside a grotto
- Restaurant El Bosque: Arashá offers over 30 plates in our menu, both National and International dishes, as well as special dishes such as vegetarian and gluten free.
- Hotaru - Japanese-Asian gourmet restaurant
- Choco Bar - a colorful and well stocked bar with a large wine selection and tropical drinks and cocktails.
- Theater/Auditorium for live shows and movies
- Cayapas Dancing Hall and Karaoke Bar
- Professional Spa
- 128 acres equivalent to 52 hectares of primary and secondary forests.
