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Andean Cock-of-the-rock
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Umbrellabird
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Plate-billed Mountain Toucan
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Toucan Barbet
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Club-winged Manakin and more…
- Private birding access to top reserves of the Chocó Andino
- Expert guiding in English or Spanish – every day, all day
- 300+ bird species possible in just one week
Includes exclusive feeders for close-up photo ops - Guaranteed Andean Cock-of-the-rock sightings
WYNDHAM + PAZ DE LAS AVES
Comfort & Convenience from Start to Finish
Your journey begins with a relaxing night at the Wyndham Airport Hotel, offering modern comfort just minutes from your arrival gate. Once in the Chocó Andino, you’ll stay at Paz de las Aves Lodge, nestled in the cloud forest and built with local wood and charm. All rooms feature private bathrooms, peaceful surroundings, and authentic hospitality from the Paz family.
Whether you’re resting after a long flight or waking up to birdsong in the forest, every night is designed for comfort and immersion in nature.
Arrival in Quito & Welcome Night
Arrival: Day 0 ( mar 22 o April 12 )
Upon arrival in Quito, guests will be welcomed and transferred to the Wyndham Airport Hotel, where a comfortable night and breakfast await. This relaxing evening allows you to adjust to the altitude and prepare for an unforgettable week of birding.
📍 Overnight: Wyndham Hotel Quito (included)
Alambi Reserve & Arrival at Refugio Paz de las Aves
Mar 2 o April 13
After breakfast, we depart the Wyndham Hotel at 7:30 am. On the way to the Chocó Andino, we’ll stop at Alambi Reserve, where tanagers and hummingbirds welcome you in a stunning garden setting. Then we continue to Refugio Paz de las Aves, arriving around 12:00 pm for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy your first birding experience around the reserve’s trails.
🦜 Birds: Hummingbirds, tanagers, trogons
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast at Wyndham, Lunch & Dinner at Refugio
🏨 Overnight: Refugio Paz
Andean Cock-of-the-Rock & Antpitta Experience
Two full days exploring the primary cloud forest of Refugio Paz de las Aves. Witness the famous Cock-of-the-Rock lek, and photograph up to five species of Antpitta, including Giant, Yellow-breasted, and Moustached Antpittas. The trails offer the chance to see over 100 species in a single day.
🦜 Birds: Antpittas, toucan-barbets, tanagers, hummingbirds
🍽️ Meals: All meals at Refugio Paz
🏨 Overnight: Refugio Paz
Mashpi & the Lower Cloud Forest
Today we explore Mashpi-Amagusa Reserve, and Sacha Watusa a hotspots for mixed flocks and endemic species. Look for the Glistening-green Tanager, Moss-backed Tanager, Orange-breasted Fruiteater, Andean Solitaire, and Indigo Flowerpiercer. The hummingbird garden here is also spectacular. After lunch, return to the lodge to relax or bird around the property.
🦜 Birds: Mixed flocks, hummingbirds, endemics
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast at Refugio, Lunch at Mashpi, Dinner at Refugio
🏨 Overnight: Refugio Paz
La 23 de Junio Reserve & Umbrella Bird Tour
This day takes us to La 23 de Junio, a reserve known for its encounters with the Umbrella Bird. We’ll walk the Sendero Fruti Tour, searching for woodpeckers, motmots, and colorful tanagers. It’s a quiet area with chances for spectacular close sightings.
🦜 Birds: Umbrella Bird, woodpeckers, motmots
🍽️ Meals: Box Breakfast, Lunch at Pedro Vicente Town, Dinner at Refugio Paz
🏨 Overnight: Refugio Paz
Mindo, Waterfalls & Ecuadorian Chocolate
We head to Mindo early to visit an ornithology center and enjoy a hike through the forest to Nambillo Waterfall, birding along the way. The day ends with a chocolate tour where you’ll taste some of Ecuador’s finest local chocolate and learn about its production.
🦜 Birds: Along trails in Mindo and the valley
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast at Refugio,Lunch in Mindo, Dinner at Refugio
🏨 Overnight: Refugio Paz
Zuro Loma & Yanacocha: High-Altitude Birding
Mar 29 or April 19
The final day takes us to the Andean páramo forests of Zuro Loma and Yanacocha. Search for highland rarities like the Black-breasted Puffleg, Sword-billed Hummingbird, Tawny Antpitta, and Scarlet-bellied Mountain-Tanager. After a full morning, we return to Quito by 5:00 pm.
🦜 Birds: Highland hummingbirds and antpittas
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast at Refugio, Boxed Lunch
🚐 Transfer to: Quito Airport (end of tour)
This Itinerary Includes
- Expert Birding Guide
- Transportation, including transfers to and from the Quito International Airport
- Lodging & Meals, including purified water and hot beverages
- Access to Paz de las Aves grounds, including hummingbird gardens and feeding stations.
Not Included
- Tips for staff
- Travel insurance
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🟢 spots available for the Mar 23 group / April 13 group
DISCOUNT CODE: PAZFAMILY
Meet Your Birdwatching Guides
The experts who will lead your experience in the Chocó Andino
Esteban Ambi
Birdwatching Guide
Esteban began as a farmer in the Chocó Andino, but his passion for birds led him to train at Paz de las Aves. After nearly 3 years of guiding experience, he now leads tours with confidence, patience, and deep knowledge of the reserve’s species and terrain.
Andy Paz
Birdwatching Guide
With over 4 years of experience, Andy has guided hundreds of birders through the forest trails of Paz de las Aves. Known for his sharp bird-spotting skills and fluent communication in English and Spanish, he brings energy, passion, and expertise to every tour.
TESTIMONIALS
Frequently Asked Questions
Lodging and Rooms
Our lodge is small, with a total of 4 rooms. Three of these rooms have queen-beds. One room has two twin beds. Each room has a private bathroom with hot water and shower. These rooms share a protected, outdoor living room where we serve early morning coffee and tea.
The lodge does have wifi,
Meals
Our team, with over 20 years of experience serving a diverse international birdwatching audience, offer thoughtfully prepared dishes. Whether you’re enjoying Ecuadorian classics or familiar international favorites, we ensure every guest has delicious meals that meet their needs, including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free options with advanced notice.
Reservations and Payments
Guests wishing to book directly with Refugio Paz de Las Aves should use our online booking system, powered by WeTravel.
A deposit is required at the time of booking. If you need to cancel before making the full payment, we will do our best to refund your deposit, minus any bank transfer and administrative fees. Cancellations must be made in writing.
Full payment is due 30 days before your arrival date.
Once the full payment is made, we strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance to cover any unexpected situations. If you need to cancel, please first submit a claim to your insurance provider.
For bookings made within 30 days of arrival, full payment is required at the time of booking.
Privacy Policy
At Refugio Paz de las Aves, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you engage with our marketing campaigns and services.
Information that we collect:
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Secure Your Spot in a Small Group – Save 210$ Before January 20!
Save 210$ / Offer Ends In:
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Hour(s)
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Two Departures – Max 6 People Per Group / March – April
🟢 spots available Mar 23 or April 13 group
DISCOUNT CODE: PAZFAMILY
Secure payments through WeTravel • Private tours only • Max 6 guests per group
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