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A toucan with a large beak and green feathers. 1
A toucan perched on a branch. 2
A woodpecker with a red head and black and white striped body, perched on a tree. 3
A bird with red head and grey body perched on a log. 4
A bird with red head and yellow chest perched on a branch. 5
By Agencia Llona
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 710 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Capture the extraordinary avian diversity of the cloud forest with an itinerary built exclusively for nature photographers. This tour maximizes your shot opportunities, providing access to strategic perches, hides with optimal natural lighting, and local guides skilled in predicting species behavior across the Chocó Andino.
    First Light Sessions: Early morning starts to leverage prime golden hour light and peak bird activity.
    Target Species: Direct opportunities to photograph the Andean Cock-of-the-rock at the lek, toucans, high-speed hummingbirds in flight, colorful tanagers, and woodpeckers.
    Technical Focus: Setups with natural perches, clean backgrounds, and ideal working distances for 300mm to 600mm lenses. We prioritize patience over rushed trekking, giving you ample time to dial in shutter speed, framing, and composition.
    Photographer-Centric Logistics: Transportation to key hot spots, a relaxed pace tailored to heavy gear, and small group sizes to keep shooting angles clear

Activity location

  • Colibríes de Chaquimallana Mindo
    • km 3 Vía a Mindo
    • 170167, Cantón San Miguel de Los Bancos, Pichincha, Ecuador

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Colibríes de Chaquimallana Mindo
    • km 3 Vía a Mindo
    • 170167, Cantón San Miguel de Los Bancos, Pichincha, Ecuador

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Mindo Bird Photography Tour: Prime Species & Perfect Light

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 5:30
Price details
RM 527.50 x 1 AdultRM 527.50
Paid at activityRM 182.60
Total
Price is RM 710.10

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Private transportation
  • Inclusions
    Bilingual guide
  • Inclusions
    Andean Cock guaranteed
  • Exclusions
    You have to pay $15 as entrance fee to the rock rooster.
  • Exclusions
    Entrance to the reserve for the observation of toucans.
  • Exclusions
    Entrance to the fruttytour reserve for woodpecker watching.
  • Exclusions
    Breakfast costs $5
  • Exclusions
    Lunch costs $6
  • Exclusions
    Entrance to the Chaquimallana Private Reserve

Know before you book

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Colibríes de Chaquimallana Mindo

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included
We will observe the iconic quetzal in its most natural state, also unique hummingbirds at a height of 1450 meters, different types of Tangaras and much more.

Pedro Vicente Maldonado

  • 2h
We will visit the famous fruttytour in Pedro Vicente Maldonado, a paradise for bird watching and photography in nature.

Rio Bravo Reserve

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included
We will see the gallito de la peña in its natural habitat.

Santuario de Cascadas

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included
Perfect for bird watching and photography in their natural state.

Location

Activity location

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    Colibríes de Chaquimallana Mindo
    • km 3 Vía a Mindo
    • 170167, Cantón San Miguel de Los Bancos, Pichincha, Ecuador

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Colibríes de Chaquimallana Mindo
    • km 3 Vía a Mindo
    • 170167, Cantón San Miguel de Los Bancos, Pichincha, Ecuador

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