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Ecuador birding day tour: antisana reserve
Where the Condors roam
The Antisana Birding day tour is a wonderful option for some easy, casual birding in the Andean highlands close to Quito. Antisana Ecological Reserve combines great birding opportunities along with some spectacular landscapes.
- Visit Antisana Reserve, home to the largest population of Andean Condor, Silvery Grebe, and Black-faced Ibis in Ecuador.
- Marvel at hummingbird feeders which attract species such as Giant Hummingbird (world’s largest), Shining Sunbeam, and Black-tailed Trainbearer.
- Enjoy a delicious lunch overlooking a large cliff where condors nest.
- Spend time at a large lagoon (Laguna de la Mica) boasting a nice selection of waterfowl.
- Spot many species of birds without having to go very far from the vehicle.
- On clear days enjoy fine views of snowcapped Antisana volcano, and posible mammal sightings
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Ecuador birding daytour
Prices 2021
- Per person
- $150 2 people
- $115 3 people
- $100Â 4 people
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Itinerary
- 06:30Pickup from your hotel
- 09:00 – 15:00Visit Antisana Reserve with focus on birding, & enjoy lunch
- 17:00Aprox drop off time at your hotel
About this itinerary
- This is a private tour, so the itinerary is flexible according to your specific goals / desires.
- Exact Itinerary may change based on weather conditions or unexpected events which could compromise safety.
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Inclusions
- Private transport starting and ending in Quito hotel
- Specialized expert birding guide with spotting scope
- Lunch
Exclusions
- Extra snacks
- Tips
- Personal expenses or souvenirs
- Extra activities not specified in the itinerary
Tour Dates
- This tour is available to start on any day throughout the year, depending on the availability of the birding guide.
Recommended to bring
- Cameras, binoculars, rain proofing (just in case), decent walking shoes, warmer clothes, water bottle, head covering (hat or buff), sunscreen, insect repellent.