Cotacachi-Cayapas Ecological Reserve
Cotacachi-Cayapas Ecological Reserve

Andean Highlands (Sierra Region) > Imbabura province

Cotacachi-Cayapas Ecological Reserve contains 752,235 acres (304418 hectares) of land. It extends from Imbabura – in the Ecuadorian Andes mountains to the western edge of the rainforest in the Esmeraldas. The reserve is only 87 miles (140 km) from Quito. Inside, there are three volcanoes: Yanahurco, Cotacachi, and Cuicocha. But, top attraction is the Cuicocha Lagoon. ... Read more

Llanganates National Park
Llanganates National Park

Amazon Basin (Oriente Region) > Napo province

Llanganates National Park is a protected area part of the Tungurahua and Napo in Ecuador. This park has stunning lakes, rivers, mountains, and cloud forests. Llanganates means “beautiful hill”. The Llanganates Mountains Range also part of the park holds the myth of a hidden treasure. Legend has it that in ancient times general Rumiñahui ordered ... Read more

Galápagos National Park
Galápagos National Park

Galápagos Islands (Insular Region) > Galápagos province

Galápagos National Park is Ecuador’s first national park. Also, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Galápagos Islands are a collection of rocky and volcanic lands. It has pristine beaches and crystal-clear waters. They are a protected part of the Galápagos National Park. About 97% of the entire area is part of the National Park system. ... Read more

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Bird-watching

Ecuador is a birdwatcher’s paradise. It offers some of the best bird-watching opportunities in all of South America, with over 1600 species in four distinct geographic regions. Here’s a guide to the best bird-watching spots in Ecuador.

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Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve, Sucumbios. Amazonas. Ecuador

Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve
Bird-watching, Jungle Towns & Rainforest, Marine life (whales, dolphins, sea lions), National Parks & Ecological Reserves
Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve is a protected area located in the Sucumbíos and Orellana provinces. It provides home and habitat for countless of plant, animal, and more than 515 species of ...
Location: Sucumbios province
Region: Amazon Basin (Oriente Region)
Galapagos Marine Reserve. Ecuador

Galápagos Marine Reserve
Bird-watching, Marine life (whales, dolphins, sea lions), National Parks & Ecological Reserves, Snorkeling & Scuba Diving
The Galápagos Marine Reserve surrounds the Galápagos Islands in the eastern Pacific Ocean, about 1,000 km (600 mi) off Ecuador's coast. The Galápagos Marine Reserve covers 133,000 square kilometers (51,352 ...
Location: Galápagos province
Region: Galápagos Islands (Insular Region)
Isla de la Plata - Machalilla National Park. Manabi. Coast Ecuador

Isla de la Plata
Beaches & Surfing, Bird-watching, Marine life (whales, dolphins, sea lions), Snorkeling & Scuba Diving, Spondylus route
Isla de la Plata ("Silver Island") is an island full of natural wildlife, located 25 mi (40 km) offshore. Isla de la Plata is part of Machalilla National Park and part ...
Location: Manabí province
Region: Pacific Coast (Costa Region)
Llanganates National Park. Napo. Amazonas. Ecuador

Llanganates National Park
Bird-watching, Jungle Towns & Rainforest, National Parks & Ecological Reserves
Llanganates National Park is a protected area part of the Tungurahua and Napo in Ecuador. This park has stunning lakes, rivers, mountains, and cloud forests. Llanganates means "beautiful hill". The ...
Location: Napo province
Region: Amazon Basin (Oriente Region)
Los Frailes - Machalilla National Park. Manabi. Coast Ecuador

Machalilla National Park
Beaches & Surfing, Bird-watching, Marine life (whales, dolphins, sea lions), National Parks & Ecological Reserves, Snorkeling & Scuba Diving, Spondylus route
Machalilla National Park is one of the largest protected areas located in Manabi, Ecuador. The park has many islands and beautiful beaches to enjoy, from June to September, humpback whales ...
Location: Manabí province
Region: Pacific Coast (Costa Region)
Papallacta, Napo. Amazonas. Ecuador

Papallacta
Bird-watching, Jungle Towns & Rainforest, Waterfalls & Hot springs
Papallacta is a small town located in the Napo province, 20 miles west from Quito. Nestled between the Cayambe and the Antisana volcanoes. The town has an elevation of 10,800 ft. ...
Location: Napo province
Region: Amazon Basin (Oriente Region)
Puerto Lopez, Manabi. Coast. Ecuador

Puerto López
Beaches & Surfing, Bird-watching, Marine life (whales, dolphins, sea lions), Spondylus route
Puerto López is a small fishing village, located in the center of the Machalilla National Park, in the province of Manabí, Ecuador. Puerto López is located in a wide bay ...
Location: Manabí province
Region: Pacific Coast (Costa Region)
Malo river waterfall. Napo. Amazonas. Ecuador

Rio Malo waterfall
Bird-watching, Jungle Towns & Rainforest, Waterfalls & Hot springs
Rio Malo waterfall is a waterfall located in the Napo province, in the Amazon Region of Ecuador. It is part of The Cayambe-Coca Ecological Reserve. This waterfall has a fall of ...
Location: Napo province
Region: Amazon Basin (Oriente Region)
Yasuni National Park, Sucumbios. Amazonas. Ecuador

Yasuni National Park
Bird-watching, Jungle Towns & Rainforest, Marine life (whales, dolphins, sea lions), National Parks & Ecological Reserves
Yasuni National Park is one of the most biodiverse places on the planet. It homes many species of mammals including pink river dolphins. As well as birds, reptiles, amphibians, and ...
Location: Orellana province
Region: Amazon Basin (Oriente Region)

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