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SIGHTSEEING, TREKKING & BIRDING, SHUTTLE SERVICE

World Class Bird Watching: The Quijos Valley has recorded over 200 species of birds in the short time that they have participated in the annual global bird counts; with over 100 species alone here on the lodge property.  Spend time with one of our local guides identifying and photographing our collection, including tanagers, green jays, oropendulas, gallo de pena, mot mot, quitzal, torrent ducks, sunbitterns and over 30 specifes of hummingbirds. Spend time with one of our local guides,  Contact us to schedule a custom guided trip with a local expert in the field.

Hiking Our Nature Trails: Enjoy meandering through four inter-connected trails that take you from the river to the forest, observing the vast variety of native plants and birds and learning the medicinal herbs of the Oriente.

Rio Quijos Scenic Valley Reserve Ridgetop Trail: A half-day hike up the reserve ridge top trail opens up views of the entire Quijos Valley. There is ample opportunity to enjoy the birds, and a rare glimpse of the Andean bear – the Oso Anteojo and monkeys.

Tour de la Ruta de los Tayos: The hike to the Cuevas takes you down a beautiful jungle trail into a canyon that looks like a scene from Lost World. You end up in a cavern filled with the rare Tayo Birds (Oil Birds). Early evening brings out a host of exotic birds of the Oriente, including the elusive Gallo de la Pena. Half Day, includes transportation and entrance fees.

Coffee Tour – The soil of the Quijos Valley has been identified as welcoming for coffee growing. But rather than deforest the surrounding forest to plant coffee, here part of the goal in developing coffee is reforestation and bringing back the local bird population. Join us for a tour from seedling to mature plant in learning about the cooperative here. Plan on bringing back your own coffee to take home. 2-hour tour, includes transportation and entrance fees.

Waterfalls Tour: Cascada Magica and Cascada Escondido are two of the treasures of the Quijos Valley.   Just the drive to the waterfalls is breathtaking. Waterfalls Tours Half Day, includes transportation and entrance fees.

Tour del Quijos Valley:The Quijos Valley is considered the paraiso escondido of Ecuador because of the rural setting in the mountains that are gated with Antisana Volcano at one end and Reventador Volcano at the other.  There is no end to the natual beauty and outdoor activities to chose from.  We can customize your time to include hiking into the Cascada Malo,  Cueva de los Tayos, Cascada Escondida, Gallo del la Pena Lek, Coffee Tour. This is a trip you don’t want to miss! Full Day, includes guide, transportation and entrance.

All tour prices based off a two person minimum. Some tours are weather dependent.

Shuttle Service: We offer both pick up and drop off service to the Mariscal International Airport, specific hotels, and additional destinations.
Shuttle service from $120 based on destination.

ADVENTURES

Whitewater Rafting: The Quijos River is is class III/IV where we offer day trips, as well as week-long itineraries for the rafting enthusiast. Half Day $75/pax – includes guide, transportation and all gear (minimum 4 persons). For the more adventurous, Rafting y Cascadas Full Day $85/pax – includes guide, transportation and all gear (minimum 4 persons).

Fly Fishing: The Quijos River is home to rainbow trout. In addition, the Rio Borja and the Rio Cosanga are trout fishing settings as well. For the casual fisherman, the private Quijos River beach is just minutes away from the lodge and cabins. Gear rental and guided options available.

Horseback Riding: Guided horseback riding excursions up the Borja Canyon. Breathtaking views only experienced by horseback. $45/pax – minimum 2 persons

Mountain Biking: Guided and rental options available for mountain biking. Epic rides along the Quijos, or up the Oyacachi Valley. Full Day Tour – $85/pax, includes guide, transportation (minimum 2 persons). Rental Only – $25/pax