Zuroloma Reserve Private Birding and Photography Day Tour
Visit Zuroloma Reserve from Quito for a private day of cloud-forest birding and photography focused on antpittas and high-Andean hummingbirds.
About this tour
Begin early in Quito and travel to Zuroloma Reserve on the western slopes of Pichincha. Its high montane cloud forest, feeders, forest edges and managed antpitta viewing areas allow a measured mix of observation and photography, with the guide adjusting time at each stop to light, weather and bird activity.
Possible highlights include Chestnut-naped Antpitta and Muisca Antpitta, together with Sword-billed Hummingbird, Sapphire-vented Puffleg and Blue-necked Tanager. These names follow the currently linked scientific taxa on BirdWatch. Wild-bird sightings and the level of feeder activity cannot be guaranteed.
The private outing lasts about ten hours and uses an early pickup, planned for approximately 05:30 from the agreed Quito location. Private transport, specialist guiding, reserve and activity fees, lunch and a soft drink are included in the published format. The listed starting price of USD 130 per person applies to seven or eight guests, while smaller groups use higher per-person tiers. Final timing, access and price are reconfirmed before booking.
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Itinerary ▼
Leave the agreed Quito pickup point at approximately 05:30 and travel to Zuroloma Reserve on Pichincha’s western slopes. Explore feeders, forest edges, trails and managed antpitta viewing areas for high-montane birds and photography opportunities. Lunch is included, and the full private outing is planned for about ten hours, with the sequence adapted to weather and bird activity.
Locations & map
- Zuroloma Reserve - Pichincha Ecuador (High Andean montane cloud forest; cool, wet and misty conditions are possible.)
Availability & pricing
Availability: Available on request · Season: Year-round by request; current access and weather are confirmed for the selected date
Included
- Quito or airport-area pickup and drop-off - Confirmed in the published tour details.
- Private transport - Confirmed in the published tour details.
- Birding or photography guide - Confirmed in the published tour details.
- Lunch and soft drink - Confirmed in the published tour details.
- Reserve excursions and entry fees - Confirmed in the published tour details.
Not included
- Tips, personal expenses and insurance - Confirmed in the published tour details.
- Services not confirmed as included - Confirmed in the published tour details.
Transport & stays
- Private vehicle Private round-trip transport from Quito or the airport area. | Meet: Quito or airport-area pickup | Pickup: Pickup at approximately 5:30 AM; exact location is confirmed after inquiry.
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Are the prices final?
The displayed 2026 rates are the currently published group rates. Confirm availability, group size and the final proposal through BirdWatch before payment.
Are bird sightings guaranteed?
No. Birds are wild and sightings depend on weather, season, access and daily conditions.
Send inquiry
Ask about this tour before booking. Your preferred date is optional and availability will be confirmed after your inquiry.