Private 7-Day Ecuador East Slope Birding Tour
Descend Ecuador’s Andean east slope on a private seven-day route through páramo, temperate forest and Amazonian foothill sites with specialist lodges and reserves.
About this tour
Follow the eastern Andes from the Quito region toward Amazonian foothill forest on a focused seven-day private birding journey. The changing elevation is the central feature: open high-country habitat gives way to temperate forest, rushing mountain rivers and increasingly humid lower slopes.
Reserve visits and lodge grounds provide complementary ways to bird, from roadside stops and forest paths to feeders and viewpoint sessions. The route is designed to search for east-slope hummingbirds, tanagers, antbirds and other specialties while retaining enough travel time between the main bases.
The advertised starting price is USD 2,800 per person at the lower group rate. Private transportation, guide service, accommodation, scheduled admissions and described meals are included in the programme. Current dates and the exact operating plan are confirmed through BirdWatch.info.
Planning a wider trip? Read our birdwatching guide to Ecuador.
Guides
Itinerary ▼
until day 6 All entrance tickets All transportation Water refill, coffee, tea NOT INCLUDED Tips Extra beverages Travel and health insurance is the scheduled focus; possible highlights include the local forest and wetland bird community.
Guango Reserve is the scheduled focus; possible highlights include the local forest and wetland bird community.
Guanto Reserve to San Isidro Reserve is the scheduled focus; possible highlights include the local forest and wetland bird community.
San Isidro Reserve is the scheduled focus; possible highlights include the local forest and wetland bird community.
San Isidro to Wildsumaco Wildlife Sanctuary is the scheduled focus; possible highlights include the local forest and wetland bird community.
Wildsumaco Wildlife Sanctuary is the scheduled focus; possible highlights include the local forest and wetland bird community.
Birding in the is the scheduled focus; possible highlights include Rufous-booted Racket-tail, Wire-crested Thorntail, Violet-fronted Brilliant, Russet Antshrike, Peruvian Warbling-Antbird.
Locations & map
- Quito - Ecuador
Availability & pricing
Availability: Available on request · Season: Private dates are available by request; final reserve access and route timing are confirmed for the selected season.
Included
- Private transportation during the programme - Transfers and field transport listed in the final itinerary.
- Licensed English-speaking birding guide - Private guide service for the scheduled birding days.
- Scheduled reserve admissions - Entry fees for the reserves named in the confirmed programme.
- Accommodation and described meals - Properties and meal basis follow the selected itinerary.
Not included
- Flights, insurance and personal expenses - Traveller responsibility unless the final quotation states otherwise.
- Tips, extra beverages and unlisted services - Not part of the published starting package.
Transport & stays
- Private vehicle
Policies & FAQ
Cancellation Policy
Payment Terms
Insurance & Safety
Is this a private tour?
Yes. The programme is arranged privately and the final route is confirmed for the selected dates and party.
Are the listed birds guaranteed?
No. The itinerary visits suitable habitats with specialist guides, but sightings depend on season, weather and current bird activity.
Can the programme be adjusted?
Dana Tours offers tailor-made planning. Material changes, price and availability are confirmed through BirdWatch.info before booking.
Send inquiry
Ask about this tour before booking. Your preferred date is optional and availability will be confirmed after your inquiry.