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Ecuador

Birding in the Ecuadorian Andes

Program No. 21607RJ
Go off the beaten path to explore the pristine environments of the Ecuadorian Andes, where you’ll join experts to spot a wealth of rare birds, including the stunning Cock-of-the-Rock!
Program
At a Glance
Duration
11 days
Program Begins
Quito
Program Concludes
Quito
Group Type
Micro Group
Meals
28 ( 10B, 9L, 9D )
Activity Level
Journey to one of the greatest birding locales in the world — the Ecuadorian Andes. Join ornithologists and local experts to explore avian-rich national parks, private reserves and protected areas in search of unique highland species. Highlights include the brilliantly colored Andean Cock-of-the-Rock, as well as antpittas, unique hummingbirds and tanagers.
Best of all, you'll...
  • View an amazing variety of bird species across Ecuador’s different climatic zones and altitude ranges.
  • Enjoy lectures by experts who are part of the Ecuadorian Association of Ornithology, Aves & Conservación and the Mindo Cloudforest Foundation.
  • Meet with members of local birdwatching clubs to learn how they are preserving the birding habitats.
General Notes
All Road Scholar birding programs have a maximum participant-to-instructor ratio of 14:1 in the field. We adhere to the American Birding Association’s Code of Ethics. Learn more at http://www.aba.org/about/ethics.html
Activity Level
Outdoor: Spirited
Walking up to three hours daily on irregular forest trails in varying weather conditions. Daily early morning birding activities and standing for long periods. Elevations up to 12,800 ft.
Micro Group (12 Max)
These adventures feature our smallest group size, with 12 participants or fewer.
Suggested Reading List
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Assurance Plan

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Sustainable Travel

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