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3 Day Mashpi Cloud Forest Experience

3-Day Mashpi Cloud Forest Experience

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Location icon Ecuador
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Tour Summary

Embark 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.

Highlights

  • check Hummingbird Garden

    Spot several of these colorful and beautiful species of birds, a paradise for Hummingbird-lovers.

  • check Air-Biking

    Explore the cloud forest from above in an exciting new way.

  • check Life Center

    Discover Mashpi’s Life Center and find a lovely butterfly garden and a birdwatching terrace.

  • check Tulipe Archeological Site

    Learn about the ancient cultures that lived in the region.

Reviews

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Jennifer F 
 
12/09/2025
 
 
 
 
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Beautiful, Safe, Ecuador! Get your cameras ready!!
Rebecca Adventure Travel worked with us to customize a 15 day, self-driven tour from the top of the country to the bottom of the country within the Ecuadorian Andes mountains. It’s was a fast paced trip but so worth being able to see the center of the country as well as some of own adventures. We planned the trip well in advance and selected each destination with purpose. Rebecca Adventure Travel did the rest. Fine hotels, excellent guides, car rental, attractions, some meals, and they provided FULL TIME guidance throughout the trip. We are well pleased with the team, communication was excellent and the hotels were beyond our expectations. We will use Rebecca Adventure Travel again and highly recommend their services. Many thanks to Maggie, Guillermo, Miguel, Katie!!
  
 
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 petinab2017 
 
02/09/2025
 
 
 
 
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A trip to remember!
We booked the 23-Day Complete Ecuador & Galapagos tour through Juan in the Rebecca office. From the start there was clear communication and a helpful attitude, nothing was a problem. This continued throughout the whole trip. The guides were awesome and Carlos and the Operations team were always on call to help us if we needed it. This was a fantastic tour which covered all the main attractions including a week in the Galapagos islands which was amazing. I highly recommend Rebecca Adventure Travel!
  
 
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 Experience254329 
 
13/08/2025
 
 
 
 
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Zorgeloos reizen in Ecuador!
Met Rebbeca’s Adventure traveling een individuele reis geboekt. 26 dagen Ecuador en de Galapagos eilanden en o.a. Quito, Mindo, Amazone, heetwaterbronnen, Cuenca, Baños en nog veel meer. Wat een fantastische reis hadden we. Eerst met ons gezin en halverwege sloten onze vrienden vanuit Aruba aan. Alles was perfect geregeld. Eigen busje met vaste gids en chauffeur. Bij iedere volgende locatie een update vanaf kantoor met de details voor de volgende bestemming. Hierdoor hadden we een zorgeloze tijd en hebben we Ecuador echt mogen leren kennen en beleven! Een volgende keer weten we jullie weer te vinden!
  
 
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 Tripadvisor rating score: 4.9 of 5, 
based on 588 reviews

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This Tour can only be booked in combination with Multiple-Day packages.

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

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  • DAY 1: Arrival Mashpi

    Mashpi Lodge Arrival - Cloud forest experience

    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 Activity:Exploring. Hiking. Wildlife-watching.
    • Transport Transport:Bus. Car.
    • Meal Meal:Lunch. Dinner.
    • Accommodations Accommodation:Mashpi Eco Lodge.

  • DAY 2: Mashpi Cloud Forest Experience

    An older couple smiles while riding the Mashpi Aerial Bike through a lush, green cloud forest canopy.

    Approximately at 06:30 AM, the first activity of the day starts with 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 car. You can also go to the hummingbird garden, go “air-biking”, visit the science center, or you can just relax in the spa.

    • Activity Activity:Bird-watching. Exploring. Hiking. Relaxing. Swimming.
    • Meal Meal:Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.
    • Accommodations Accommodation:Mashpi Eco Lodge.

  • DAY 3: Departure from Mashpi Lodge

    Cloud Forest - Mashpi Lodge view

    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 Activity:Exploring. Relaxing.
    • Transport Transport:Bus. Car.
    • Meal Meal:Breakfast.

Map

3-Day Mashpi Cloud Forest Map

Inclusions

  • 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.

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.

Accommodations

Mashpi Lodge
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
📍 Mashpi Reserve

Mashpi Lodge

Luxury rainforest lodge featuring floor-to-ceiling forest views, fine dining, and a spa.

  • Cloud forest
  • Eco lodge
  • Canopy views

Additional Information

  • To enter Ecuador, your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date of your intended departure from the country.
  • Prices are subject to seasonal surcharges during Christmas, New Year’s, and Semana Santa.
  • 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.

Advantages of Booking with Rebecca Adventure Travel

  • Impactful Travel: Develop meaningful connections that provide mutual enrichment for both travelers and host cultures.
  • Empowering Locals: Support family-owned accommodations, involving local communities and contributing to local economies.
  • Sustainable Travel: Preserve cultures and environments for future generations with our Huella Positiva.
  • Travel With Trust: We are here for you every step of the way with solid insurance, certifications, and rebooking facilities.
  • Personalized Travel Curator: Ensures your trip meets your needs and exceeds your expectations.
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