Ecuador: Birding and Cultural Tour from Quito

Discover the rich culture of Ecuador through artisan workshops and music on this 11-day birding and cultural tour from Quito. Spot over 500 bird species in cloud forests, páramos, and reserves.
Embark on an 11-day birding and cultural tour of Ecuador. Spot over 500 bird species in cloud forests, páramos, and reserves. Visit world-renowned reserves like Antisana, Mindo, Milpe, and San Isidro. Experience Andean culture through artisan workshops, music, and cuisine.

Day 1: Arrival in Quito + Welcome Dinner
Arrive in Quito and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy a welcome dinner with your group and guide.

Day 2: Birding at Antisana Reserve
Head to the Antisana Reserve to spot Andean Condors and high-altitude species.

Day 3: Hummingbirds at Yanacocha & Alambi
Visit the Yanacocha Reserve and Alambi Cloud Forest Reserve to spot hummingbirds.

Day 4: Amagusa Reserve + Chocolate Tasting in Mindo
Visit the Amagusa Reserve and enjoy a chocolate tasting in Mindo.

Day 5: Cock-of-the-rock & Antpittas at Paz de las Aves + Milpe Reserve
Visit the Paz de las Aves Reserve to spot Cock-of-the-rock and Antpittas. Continue to the Milpe Reserve.

Day 6: Visit the Equator + Transfer to Otavalo
Visit the Equator and transfer to Otavalo.

Day 7: Otavalo Market, Music & Weaving Workshops
Explore the vibrant Otavalo Market and participate in hands-on weaving sessions.

Day 8: Totora Wasi Project + Hot Springs in Papallacta
Visit the Totora Wasi Project and relax in the Papallacta hot springs.

Day 9: Birding at San Isidro Lodge & Guacamayos Ridge
Spot birds at the San Isidro Lodge and Guacamayos Ridge.

Day 10: La Brisa Feeders or Quetzal Forest + Farewell Dinner
Visit La Brisa Feeders or the Quetzal Forest. Enjoy a farewell dinner with your group.

Day 11: Final birding in Papallacta + Departure from Quito
Go birding in Papallacta before transferring to the airport for your departure.

Om de beschikbaarheid te garanderen, dient u zo snel mogelijk te reserveren. Vroegboekkorting is het overwegen waard, vooral als u de reis plant tijdens het hoogseizoen, zoals op feestdagen of in het weekend.

Deze excursie kunt u kosteloos annuleren tot: annuleringstijd voor aanvang van de reis. Bij annulering na: annulering na: annuleringstijd of niet aanwezig zijn op de excursie wordt de volledige prijs van de activiteit alsnog in rekening gebracht. Te laat komen bij het ophalen of vertrekken wordt beschouwd als niet komen opdagen.