HUMMINGBIRD EXPEDITION - Searching for the cloud forest jewels.
HUMMINGBIRD EXPEDITION - Searching for the cloud forest jewels.
Early Pick up + Lek visit
Duration: 2 hours: Early pick up at 5:30 am addst about 2 hours to regular tour duration. Ideal for Birdwatchers
Pickup included
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Wake up with some of the most fabulous views, as the sun rises over the western Andean slopes. Your specialized guide will share their vast knowledge in natural history, birdwatching, culture and photography to make the most of your experience today!
Once you arrive in the unique tropical Andean ecosystem, hummingbirds will take your full attention. You'll visit 3 reserves located at different altitudes. Bird feeders will bring otherwise elusive species to very close distances, allowing you to photograph them and enjoy their unmatched beauty.
You'll be able to watch up to 15 different species of hummingbirds, many of them endemic to this Bio-region, such as the stunning Velvet-purple Cornet, Purple- bibbed Whitetip, Brown Inca, Empress Brillant and Gorgeted Sunangel.
The cloud forest offers an amazing mixed setting from waterfalls and hikes through lush green forests that will allow you to have a day of deep connection with nature.
Itinerary
Alambi Reserve
1 hours 30 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedAfter an early pick up we head towars the cloud forest: start your day with some of the most fabulous views over the western Andean slopes. Our first stop is Alambi reserve, a hummingbird paradise located only 1h15m from Quito. Here feeders and garden flowers attract several hummingbird species, allowing visitors to sometimes see over 10 species in a day at surprisingle short distance!! The conditions here provide great opportunities for bird photography, to get a first taste of the wonderful diversity that the clud forest hosts, and to relax and take in the unmatched beauty of these winged jewels.San Tadeo Birding
1 hours 30 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedOur next stop is San Tadeo Reserve.Mindo
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeNext, we move on to Mindo, for a delicious lunch in a local restaurant.Mindo Nambillo Cloud Forest Reserve
1 hours 30 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedExploring the area around Mindo we can find several reserves that offer chances to encounter new bird species. The subtropical rain forest is home to an outstanding number of orchids, birds, mammals, insects and reptiles. In addition, waterfalls and rivers invite you to test theis pristine refreshing waters. Talk to your guide about your interests (hiking, birdwatching, photography, general nature) and they will take you to the best destination to make the most out of your day!Reserva la Victoriana, Gallo de la peña tours
1 hours 30 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedIf you chose to take the tour extension, our last stop will be at the Andean Cock of the Rock lek. This colorful, iconic species exhibits marked sexual dimorphism, the male has a large disk-like crest and a very unique vivid scarlet plumage. Gatherings of males compete for breeding females with each male displaying its colorful plumage, bobbing and hopping, and making strident calls. If you chose this extension, you can expect to be back at your hotel in Quito late in the afternoon.Quito(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeThis tour ends with a a scenic drive back and drop off in your hotel in Quito or the airport area.
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GBP 351.08
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