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Best Birding of Ecuador
Overview
Experience an extraordinary journey of birding exploration in Ecuador, a land graced with natural wonders and astonishing biodiversity. With over 1600 bird species thriving in its lush landscapes, from cloud forests to Amazonian jungles and majestic volcanoes, Ecuador promises an unparalleled bird-watching adventure focused on observation. Whether you're an experienced birder or a novice enthusiast, our expertly guided tours offer the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the vibrant world of South American avifauna. Join us in this captivating expedition to observe some of the world's most remarkable bird species amidst the breathtaking beauty of Ecuador.
Tour Facts
Top Birds
Andean Cock-of-the-Rock, Sword-billed Hummingbird, Giant Hummingbird, Yellow-breasted Antpitta, Giant Antpitta, Ochre-breasted Antpitta, Moustached Antpitta, Torrent Duck, Toucan Barbet, Crimson-rumped Toucanet, Carunculated Caracara, Andean Condor, Black-chested Buzzard-Eagle, Blue-headed Parrot, Dusky-headed Parakeet, Mealy Amazon, Yellow-crowned Amazon, Blue-winged Mountain-Tanager, Orange-breasted Fruiteater, Scaled Fruiteater, Shining Sunbeam, Mountain Velvetbreast, Buff-winged Starfrontlet, Purple-backed Thornbill, Chestnut-capped Puffbird, Bar-winged Cinclodes, Black Flowerpiercer, Rufous-bellied Seedsnipe, Rufous Wren, Spectacled Whitestart, Black-crested Warbler, Citrine Warbler, Glossy Flowerpiercer, Blue-and-black Tanager, Golden-crowned Tanager, Scarlet-bellied Mountain-Tanager, Hooded Mountain-Tanager, Black-chested Mountain-Tanager, Buff-breasted Mountain-Tanager, Gray-hooded Bush-Tanager, Black-capped Hemispingus, Superciliaried Hemispingus, Plushcap, Paramo Seedeater, Slaty Finch, Stripe-headed Brush-Finch, Brown Nunlet, Masked Crimson Tanager, Magpie Tanager,Masked Crimson Tanager.
Expected Climate
Can go from hot and dry to humid and cool.
Habitats Covered
Cloud Forest, Amazon Foothills, Deep Amazon, East Andes, Antisana, High Paramo, Gallery Forest, Terra Firme, Grassland Paramo, and River Islands.
Tour Pace & Walking
The tour offers a moderate pace with varying levels of walking and birdwatching activities. Early mornings are common for birdwatching, and there is a boat excursion to explore river islands. Special activities include observing parrot clay licks and visiting bird hides.
Accommodation
Comfortable in very good hotels.
Ease of Birding
Moderate, with some very good and tricky species
Max Group Size
12 pax.
Price per Person
Double room: $
Single room: $