Essential Ecuador & Galapagos aboard

Mashpi Lodge is one of the most unique wildlife environments in the world. This luxury cloud and rain forest hideaway is located on a high plateau only three hours drive from Quito. Mashpi boasts over 400 species of bird recorded to date but perhaps over 500 in total with with over 32 hummingbird plus other bird species like indigo flowerpiercer, black solitaire chocó vireo, banded ground-cuckoo, yellow-green bush tanager, moss-backed tanager, black-tipped cotinga and many other rare chocó-endemic residents. Mashpi is also known for its fine dining in its panoramic and dramatic two storey setting.
Here, Mashpi's chefs draw from the diversity of Ecuadorian cuisine and ingredients, making the most of its location between the coast and the Andes to offer the best of both worlds. Daily activities include exploring the canopy with the Mashpi aerial bicycle, hiking to hidden waterfalls with specialist guides; observe howler monkeys unusual frogs, early morning and night time nature walks.

Located in Ecuador's Cloud Forest & Rain Forest and just a short hop 110 km transfer from Quito. This luxury retreat is surrounded by 3200 acres of reserve, offering guided hikes to hiddern waterfalls, bird watching, and wildlife observation, home to 100's of bird species, possibly thousands of orchid species as well as monkeys and even puma.

Mashpi is designed to completely immerse you in the forest life, while keeping its creatures safely at bay – a luxury retreat amidst the dense forest and stunning mountain views. The rooms are arranged over three floors, all designed with floor-to-ceiling and wall-to-wall panoramic glass windows, some on two sides, with the forest just a few feet away

The Napo Amazon Wildlife Lodge is the ultimate eco lodge and located on the south bank of the Napo River in the Yasuni National Park. The lodge has 16 luxury cabins decorated in rustic style. Wildlife opportunities are endless with various species of mammal, 100's species of birds and reptiles. A 36m high canopy tower opened to guests in 2004 and superb way to experience life above the forest floor. Expert local naturalist guides are on hand to ensure you maximise your visit.

Possibly the most exciting approach to Napo Lodge is by canoe along the Napo River, a two hour journey with lunch box provided en route. A majestic and peaceful ride surrounded by trees overhead, along narrow creeks connecting to the lake where the lodge is located. Good sightings of monkeys, large colourful birds like toucans, parrots and macaws not to mention cayman observed around the lake.
The local community run Napo Lodge which provides protection for the land and secure jobs. The wildlife and lodge guides are very experienced and accompany you on nature hikes and canoe trips along the Napo. The trails are ideal for hiking where you can enjoy visits to the local Kichwa community.
There are two canopy towers both built with your safety in mind and as you ascend the 12 floor tower you pass through the different levels of the forest and emerge on top of a huge Ceiba tree. Here you cross on to a wooden platform built in to the tree and experience the view formerly reserved only for the birds. Flocks of blue and yellow Macaws fly past and spider monkeys search for fruit and sometimes two species of Toucans call in early morning and late afternoon.
Possibilities of finding lizards, frogs, snakes or the unique and endemic Golden mantle tamarin monkey.monkey. Explore the lakes in a dugout canoe with possibilities of running in to Giant otters on the way.

The Lodge has 16 Luxury cabins, decorated in rustic style and include mosquito net, private bathroom, safe box, hot water. There's internet access and a library available for reference.

The Napo Wildlife Centre provides rubber boots (up to US men’s size 11) and nylon rain ponchos free of charge to those guests who request them. You may choose to use your own boots or trainers for forest hikes depending upon the conditions. Likewise, you may bring your own rain gear. Of course soap, shampoo, towels, and other such items are provided just as they are at any luxury hotel.
There is a 44-pound (20kg) per person baggage limit on the flights from Quito to Coca, and overweight will be charged directly by the airline. This limit should not pose a problem to most Napo Wildlife Centre travellers; also most hotels in Quito will store your dress clothes and heavy jackets for you during your stay.

Well located base for your stay in Quito and situated between the historical and modern neighbourhood in the city centre close to restaurants and bars. A combination of beautiful views of the Andes from each room, and modern facilities such as outdoor pool, sauna, steam bath, massage service, gym, Jacuzzi & beauty salon make this one of the finest choices available.

The Hilton is located in the Mariscal which is one of the most central areas in Quito. It boasts a modern elegance decorated in American and European styles. There are 255 rooms in all with a full range from Deluxe and Club Floor to King Club suites and Executive Suite Premium. The hotel offers five restaurants, bar not to mention room service & laundry. Wifi, air con, Hair dryer, coffee machine, safe, large flat cable TV available in every room.

Spacious, modern quality hotel located in a central position and just walking distance to many of the neighbourhoods popular sights like the riverside main square and Las Penas area of the city. Vibrant restaurants and lively bars close by.

As well as the excellent riverside location, the Wyndham Hotel also combines a modern American and European corporate feel with some of the best leisure facilities you can expect like the state of the art fitness centre, the heated outdoor pool or the views of the city from the 9th floor terrace. The hotel offers spacious guest rooms with floor to ceiling windows and flat screen 43 inch flat screen satalite TV. Relax in the Numa Bar the ideal spot to relax with a cocktail. Free WiFi access throughout the hotel.

Rincon de Puembo is good tourist class hotel and only 10 minutes away by taxi or transfer from Quito Airport. As there are no Quito Airport hotels as such this is a close second as it avoids you the longer transfer in to Quito city centre, ideal if you are passing through Quito.

Hosteria Rincón de Puembo is conveniently located in Puembo, only ten minutes away from the International Airport and near the valleys of Tumbaco and Cumbayá. Its a comfortable hotel where you can briefly relax for a night before your onward travel. Single, twin, double & triple rooms, suites available. All rooms come with safe, 32 inch cable TV, Minibar, Alarm Clock media player. Facilities at the hotel include gym, restaurant, bar, WiFi & laundry service.