Bellavista Cloud Forest Reserve Full-Day Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the lush Bellavista Cloud Forest Reserve
- Guided nature walks with expert naturalists
- Spot diverse wildlife and exotic birds
- Enjoy a delicious Ecuadorian lunch
- Experience the unique cloud forest ecosystem
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip transportation from Quito
- Guided nature walks through the cloud forest
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Personal expenses and gratuities
Itinerary
We start the tour at 06:30. We take the road to the Middle of the World, passing by the viewpoint of the Pululahua volcano (optional). Once we have arrived to the lodge, and after having a delicious breakfast, we make an observation walk through the cloud forest. In the afternoon, after lunch we make a second exploration walk around. Return to Quito at 03:00 p.m.
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour operates in English; Spanish-speaking guides are available upon request.
- Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Photography is allowed; however, tripods may be restricted.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable hiking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
- Bring a light rain jacket, as weather can be unpredictable.
- Carry a refillable water bottle to stay hydrated.
Cancellation policy
0All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
Traveler reviews
Active full day — come prepared
The trip was fantastic. Views were gorgeous. We hiked for 2 hours in the forest with a super knowledgeable guide who pointed out plant, bird and frog species. We did not realize breakfast was included along with lunch. We would have liked to know what to bring to be better prepared for the day — bug spray, walking stick, hiking shoes, binoculars.
A must do in Ecuador!
What a beautiful experience! If you are a bird watcher, this is a bucket list item. If you simply love nature, this is a must do as well. We saw a million different birds. We saw a pair of toucans going in and out of their nest. And we got to feed colibríes out of our hands. Our guide was Gabriel who was exceptionally knowledgeable and nice. Highly recommended!
It's Worth The Trip Just for the Hummingbirds
I could have watched the hummingbirds all day, never mind the fact that you get the opportunity to feed them (and feel their tiny feet on your hand), Our day unrolled as follows: 06:20 Pick-up from hotel (the person that picks you up isn't your guide) 08:30 Arrive at the reserve 08:30-9:30 Breakfast Breakfast consist of: Cereal Eggs (fried or scrambled) Bread with honey or marmalade 09:45-12:30 5KM walk to the ridge and return 13:00-14:00 Lunch 14:30 Start journey back to Quito 16:30 Arrive back in Quito The walk to the ridge was OK but it wasn't great. Our guide spent most of his time with an older lady, who joined our party as 'an extra', who had been staying overnight. He also kept telling is about the birds that we could hear but were 'hard to see' i.e. we didn't see them. The opportunity to observe the hummingbirds, and feed them, though was something else and I'd visit again just to see them. On our return journey, to Quito, we were allocated to a minibus where again our group played second fiddle to a group who'd stayed the night at the reserve. Overall a fairly good experience but it could have been better.
Great side trip before our Galapagos trip.
Great day trip before we left for the Galapagos. The hummingbirds were amazing and were all over us. The hike was not difficult and we saw some amazing scenery and flora/fauna. Our guide was excellent too.