THE HUMMINGBIRD CLOUD FOREST
(3 days / 2 nights anytime)

DAY 01 Early in the morning we leave Quito to the Northwest part of the Pichincha province. Bellavista is located on the edge of the Choco bio-region, among the most diverse places in the world. The expanding 700 hectare (1,800 acres) reserves is formed by sharp and deeply forested mountains descending to gorges with rushing waterfalls and crystalline streams, and the views stretch far away to distant volcanoes. Only two hours from Quito, Bellavista is the perfect place for adventure, for relaxation and for discovery of the cloud forest, its birds and the diversity of plant life. Lunch. PM.- Hiking in the reserve to admire its fascinating flora and fauna. Overnight. (L-D).

DAY 02 Breakfast. More activities in the reserve. Visitors may spend their time in any of the following activities: bird watching, guided walks along nature trails, hiking to the primary forest, swimming in the river or waterfall, learning about research projects at the reserve, reading, resting and relaxing in hammocks. Lunch. PM.- return to Quito for overnight. (B-L).

DAY 03 Breakfast. Transfer to the airport for international flight or extension program. (B)
NOTE: We also arrange visits to: Maquipucuna Foundation, Mindo Nambillo Protected Forest, Bird watching in Santo Domingo de los Colorados or other protected areas near Quito.