Birdwatching Tour in Giron and Yunguilla Jocotoco Reserve from Cuenca

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About this activity

With more than 1660 species, Ecuador´s avifauna is considered one of best places in the world to practice birdwatching. The high percentage of endemic birds found in both Choco and Tumbesian regions invite birdwatchers to enjoy a really amazing experience in this small country!!

Our trips offer the possibility to see around 50 species in only one day, while you visit different ecosystems like: the Cloud Forest, Tropical Forest, Andean Mountain Forest, Andean Dry Forest, etc.

In our daily tours in the south of Ecuador, you will have the chance to spot some of the Southern Endemic birds.

Nature and Wildlife Tours Bird Watching Small Group Short term availability Weather Dependent - Moderate

At a glance

Duration: 9 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Polylepis Tours

Ages: Adults (19–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Pick up (hotels or apartments)
Included: Binoculars (please ask for these in advance)
Included: Private transportation
Included: Bird list of the area
Included: Box lunch
Included: Bilingual birdwatcher tour guide

Not included

Not included: Personal expenses
Not included: Tips
Not included: Nothing that is not detailed in the program

Itinerary

You will enjoy several amazing landscapes and you will register many birds visiting some important areas in Azuay province. Also this day is a nice chance to visit a place in Yunguilla to enjoy a delicious local natural juice.

Stop 1
Giron
Yunguilla

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Hotel San Pablo
Valgus Hotel & Centro De Negocios
Hostal Villa Del Rosario
Hotel Apartamentos Otorongo
SA Hotel
Hotel Patrimonio
Rione Hotel Boutique
Hotel Los Balcones
Hotel Victoria
Hostal Kolibri
Oro Verde Cuenca
Mansion Alcazar Boutique Hotel

and 49 more pickup points

Pick up at hotels or apartment

Using your ticket

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time