3 Days 
Ecuador, 
From USD 1,646 p.p.
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Request More InformationEmbark on a three-day adventure at the Mashpi Cloud Forest, a hidden gem nestled within Ecuador’s biodiverse regions. Starting with a scenic drive from Quito to the luxurious Mashpi Lodge, this experience immerses you in a world of vibrant wildlife and lush landscapes. Enjoy guided birdwatching, hike through rich ecosystems, and glide over the canopy on the “Dragonfly” cable cart. Tailored activities like swimming at waterfalls, air-biking, or relaxing in the spa cater to both thrill-seekers and those seeking tranquility. Your journey concludes with a peaceful drive back to Quito, leaving you with unforgettable memories of exploring one of the planet’s most enchanting environments.
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Hummingbird GardenSpot several of these colorful and beautiful species of birds, a paradise for Hummingbird-lovers.- Air-BikingExplore the cloud forest from above in an exciting new way.
- Life CenterDiscover Mashpi's Life Center and find a lovely butterfly garden and a birdwatching terrace.
- Tulipe Archeological SiteLearn about the ancient cultures that lived in the region.
- Dragonfly Ride Ride on an exciting, open-air cable car system that carries you over the cloudforest.
Hummingbird GardenSpot several of these colorful and beautiful species of birds, a paradise for Hummingbird-lovers.Itinerary
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DAY 1 ARRIVAL MASHPI
Around 08:00 AM, you will be picked up at one of the big hotels in Quito in a comfortable van with other travelers. You will start driving North, and on the way, you will stop a couple of times to take pictures of the beautiful nature. You will also make a stop at the Tulipe archeological site to learn about the ancient cultures of the region.
Around 12:00 PM, you will arrive at the lodge where you will be welcomed with a cocktail. Then, you will enjoy a big lunch buffet with national and international dishes. In the afternoon, you will learn about the lodge and the different experiences you can participate in, and based on your wishes, your activities will be planned. It is possible to visit the “Life Center” where you will find a lovely butterfly garden and a birdwatching terrace. To get there, you can take a short hike which takes 25 minutes, or a long hike which takes about 50 minutes.
Later, you can do a night hike where you can find spiders, snakes, frogs, and other nocturnal species. At 7:30 PM, a delicious 3-course a la carte dinner will be served. You can usually choose between 3 or 4 options for starters and main course.
Activity:Exploring. Hiking. Wildlife-watching. 
Transport:Bus. Car. 
Meal:Lunch. Dinner. 
Accommodation:Mashpi Eco Lodge.
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DAY 2 MASHPI CLOUD FOREST EXPERIENCE
Approximately at 06:30 AM, the first activity of the day starts birdwatching. Your guide will explain how to use the binoculars, how to take great nature pictures, and if you’re lucky, you can spot some endemic birds or mammals. Later, you can enjoy a breakfast buffet served with the best orange juice and cappuccino coffee. The activities you will do today depend a lot on your wishes; you can go hiking, swim at the waterfalls, and ride the “Dragonfly” which takes about 1,5 hours to go from the lodge over the cloud forest in a cable cart. You can also go to the hummingbirds garden, go “air-biking”, visit the science center or you can just relax in the spa.
- Activity:Bird-watching. Exploring. Hiking. Relaxing. Swimming.
- Meal:Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.
- Accommodation:Mashpi Eco Lodge.
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DAY 3 DEPARTURE FROM MASHPI LODGE
This is the last day of your tour at Mashpi Lodge. In the morning, you will have some time again for one more activity of your wish. At around 11:00 AM, you will check out from the lodge, and your shared transportation will drive you back to Quito, in about 3,5 hours. You will be dropped off at one of the big hotels in Quito.
- Activity:Exploring. Relaxing.
- Transport:Bus. Car.
- Meal:Breakfast.
Activity:Exploring. Hiking. Wildlife-watching. 
Transport:Bus. Car. 
Meal:Lunch. Dinner. 
Accommodation:Mashpi Eco Lodge. 
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- Meals as described in the itinerary.
- Accommodation in a single, double or triple room.
- Transfer in (shared basis) from four hotels in Quito: Swissotel, JW Marriott, Hilton and Casa Gangotena.
- Transfer out (shared basis) to four hotels in Quito: Casa Gangotena, Hilton, JW Marriott and Swissotel.
- Guided activities and excursions: walks, birdwatching, nature encounters, sky bike, Life Centre, waterfalls and Hummingbird Garden.
- Complimentary box lunch for transfer back to Quito.
- Unlimited soft drinks and snacks.
- Rain ponchos and rubber boots.
- Free Wi-Fi.
- 24/7 assistance in English, Dutch and Spanish.
Meals as described in the itinerary.
Accommodation in a single, double or triple room.
Transfer in (shared basis) from four hotels in Quito: Swissotel, JW Marriott, Hilton and Casa Gangotena.
Guided activities and excursions: walks, birdwatching, nature encounters, sky bike, Life Centre, waterfalls and Hummingbird Garden.
Rain ponchos and rubber boots.
Free Wi-Fi.
24/7 assistance in English, Dutch and Spanish.
Exclusions+ Dragonfly cable car ride: $40 + taxes per adult, per stay for all activities that incorporate this service; $20 + taxes per child under the age of 12.
+ Spa treatments.
+ Alcoholic beverages.
+ Bar and boutique services.
+ Tips and personal expenses.
Additional information
- Prices for 2025 are subject to change.
- Transfer in (shared basis) from four hotels in Quito: Swissotel, JW Marriott, Hilton, and Casa Gangotena.
- Prices are based on a minimum of 2 guests.
- For children under the age of 12, there is a 10% discount.
- The price listed corresponds to accommodation at Wayra Room. Accommodation at the Yaku Suite (higher class) is also available for this tour. If you would like to know more about these options, please contact us.
- The tour activities are flexible according to each day.
- Pack a few plastic bags to shield your camera, passports, and ID from unexpected rain.
- Some activities in the Amazon, such as caiman searching, depend on weather conditions.
- If you love observing wildlife, consider bringing binoculars. Opt for 10×40 for an enhanced experience.
- It is suggested to have valid travel and medical insurance. Please inform the team of any known medical conditions you have.
- Rebecca Adventure Travel and the respective cruise operator reserve the right to change the itinerary without prior notice due to weather conditions, availability, National Park regulations or notifications, and unforeseeable circumstances.
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