Top Quito Wildlife Watching

For an unparalleled nature experience, take a day tour to Antisana Volcano.  After morning pickup from your hotel, you’ll set off to hike along the Andean slopes with your private guide.  Along the way, you’ll spot exciting species like carunculated caracara puma, and the noteworthy Andean condor. Explore the flora and fauna at your own pace. You’ll dine at a local restaurant for lunch, before being returned to your lodgings.

One of the best Experiences in the Andes Mountains close to Quito in an active Volcano. If you are a lover of outdoor activities, this is for you. Horse Riding in the highlands, a hike to the refuge José Ribas 4864m (15958ft), a lot of flora and fauna are part of this great adventures.

Laguna Quilotoa, a blue-green volcanic crater lake, sits in the rugged Andean countryside south of Quito. With this tour, escape the busy streets of Quito for an all-inclusive day in the Andes, and see Quilotoa Lake from two different lookouts on the crater rim with views of Cotopaxi in the distance. En route back to Quito, spend some time craft workshops in Tigua.

Explore the rugged surroundings and stunning scenery of Cotopaxi National Park and Cotopaxi Volcano during this full-day trip. Enjoy a short hike into the Limpiopungo Valley before driving ever-higher into this sky-high region, stopping at the 15,800-foot (4830-meter) Padre Rivas Refuge. If you’re feeling up for it, you’ll continue to the 16,500-foot (5,050-meter) Cotopaxi Glacier. This Cotopaxi day trip also includes national park fees, a guide, bottled water, round-trip hotel transport and an optional trip upgrade with lunch.

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Discover the sights and lights of Quito at night with this evening tour of its historical, UNESCO-listed heart. Ride by illuminated churches and landmark sites such as the Basilica of the National Vow and Plaza Grande; and hear urban legends and insights into the city's cultural heritage you could easily miss otherwise. Finish by admiring views of the sparkling city from the hilltop viewpoint of Mirador del Panecillo—the perfect finale.

Take a break from sightseeing and rest your bones in the Papallacta hot springs on this tour from Quito. With a private guide, head to Papallacta to soak in the thermal waters and observe the lagoon. After feeling rejuvenated, head to the Guango Lodge for a birdwatching experience, including the chance to see up to 14 species of hummingbirds.

Swap the bustling streets of Quito for the serenity of the cloud forest. This private day trip takes you to the Mindo Nambillo Cloud Forest Reserve north of the city to admire butterflies and waterfalls. It’s an ideal itinerary for anyone looking for a nature break, while surrounded by the sights of orchids and sounds of birdlife. Transport is provided from centrally located hotels.

Create your perfect adventure on a customizable private tour of the Mindo Cloud Forest. Possible themes include amateur birding, natural history, nature hikes (all levels offered), and cultural immersion. This excursion is set at your pace, whichever activities and attractions you choose. If you prefer to put your trust in the guide, a set itinerary takes you to an orchid reserve, Milpe Bird Sanctuary, Mindo, the equator line, and more.

This cloud forest tour allows you to walk through a wild orchid collection and visiting a beautiful jungle waterfall. For the ornithologists in the bunch, Mindo cloud forest is a birdwatcher's paradise! Another of its attractions of this cloud forest tour is a butterfly farm where you will watch gargantuan butterflies dry their wings after emerging from their jewel-like cocoons inches away. You can dip your fingers into a banana concoction and then be thrilled as butterflies the size of birds land in your hands for a snack. But there is more to explore. You can go "tubing" (with several large inner-tubes tied together) as our steely-nerved guides steer you through thrilling rapids. Or try canopy ziplining or perhaps visit a tiny chocolate factory where you will have a chance to follow cacao through the entire process, from its harvest to its becoming a delicious brownie or a cup of real hot cocoa. Important Note: A minimum of 2 passengers is required for this trip

Stray from the beaten path in order to heighten your chances of spotting some of Latin America’s rarest birdlife on a private wildlife watching and photography tour of Zurloma Reserve—located in the high Andean mountains. This private tour ensures you et undivided attention and discover a side of Ecuador that most visitors miss.

Take a break from sightseeing in order to relax mind, body, and soul on a day trip to Termas de Papallacta Spa from Quito. A serene experience ideal for tired travelers, this tour covers the thermal springs of Termas de Papallacta Spa. Spend ample time soaking in the steaming waters of the pools, created by volcanic activity and natural heat. Refreshments and entrance fees are included.

This full-day cultural tour begins with a visit to a local indigenous market at Saquilisilí or a historic church in Pujilí (Thursday/Sunday). The drive to Laguna Quilotoa displays a beautiful view of the Andean mountains, passing the ancient canyon of Zumbahua and many indigenous towns and farmlands. Before lunch, we will visit a local indigenous home, where you have the opportunity to interact with the inhabitants and perhaps learn some Quichua. The tour includes a hike down into the Laguna Quilotoa, a sparkling emerald lake inside the inactive volcano crater. The return hike takes one hour, or there is the option of renting a mule. We will arrive back in Quito in the early evening.

Nature lovers will relish in the opportunity to roam through the landscape of this extinct volcano, and discover all the geological wonder hiding along the Ruco Pichincha on this guided hike. Escape the rushed pace of city life. Instead, relax and enjoy the journey to the top. Upon arrival admire incredible views out over the nearby city and the reward of visiting the home of paranormal spirits.

This is one of the best experiences in the Andes Mountains and near of the Quito city. Take a time to breath the nature and discover the best of Ecuador. The wildlife is part of our Day trip. Flora and Fauna from the Andes, Condors, Andean bear, dears, decent of birds and the best landscape of Antisana Volcano. A great short hike close to La Mica Lake. Of course! tasting the local gastronomy of the area will be the plus of this beautiful experience. In addition, accompanied by our National Tour guide, will lead you in this great area.

Experience to live. We leave the city and in just a few minutes we are already in conditions of clean air and spectacular panoramas. We go through several different habitats to reach the Andean Chocó jungle. Land of hummingbirds, orchids and chocolate aroma. You must live it, not imagine them. Our ebike allows us to climb difficult places by height. Then we have to pedal in hot conditions that at the end of the day we will thank our e-bike for allowing us to continue until the end of the route. During our cycling, we will finish in Lambi observing more than 20 species of Hummingbirds.