Ecuador - Spectacled Bear & Andean Birds Photography Tour

Tour Code: ECU21

A pioneering 11-day wildlife photography holiday to Ecuador, combining encounters with Spectacled Bears in the northern Andes with exceptional bird photography in the Chocó cloudforests.

£6,795

Flight Inclusive

£5,995

Land Only

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Highlights

Outstanding opportunities to photograph the elusive Spectacled Bear at Bear Canyon, one of the world's premier sites for the species
Four nights dedicated to bear photography, supported by expert local trackers and conservationists
Spectacular Chocó cloudforests packed with hummingbirds, tanagers, toucans, antpittas and other avian specialities
Photograph iconic birds including Andean Cock-of-the-rock, Sword-billed Hummingbird, Toucan Barbet and Plate-billed Mountain Toucan
Comfortable accommodation throughout, combining Andean scenery, cloudforest wildlife and excellent photographic opportunities

Summary

Ecuador has long been one of Naturetrek's most popular destinations for birdwatching, but it is also emerging as one of the finest places in the world to observe and photograph the elusive Spectacled (Andean) Bear. This exciting wildlife photography holiday combines several days at Bear Canyon, a pioneering conservation project in the northern Andes, with visits to some of the richest cloudforests in South America. Supported by experienced local trackers and conservationists, we will enjoy exceptional opportunities to observe and photograph Spectacled Bears in their natural habitat, whilst also experiencing the magnificent scenery of Ecuador's mountain landscapes.

From the Andes we descend into the extraordinary Chocó cloudforests, one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth and a paradise for bird photographers. Here we will explore a range of reserves and feeding stations that attract a dazzling variety of hummingbirds, tanagers, toucans, antpittas and other Neotropical specialities. Highlights may include Sword-billed Hummingbird, Toucan Barbet, Plate-billed Mountain Toucan, Black-breasted Puffleg and the spectacular Andean Cock-of-the-rock. Combining exceptional Spectacled Bear encounters with some of the finest bird photography opportunities in South America, this tour offers a unique exploration of Ecuador's remarkable wildlife and conservation success stories.

Outline Itinerary

Day

Fly Quito

Day

Quito to Bear Canyon

Days

3 - 5

Bear Canyon

Day

Return to Quito

Day

Zuroloma & Alambi Cloud Forest

Day

Chocó Cloud Forests

Day

Frutti Tour

Days

10 - 11

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Dates & Prices

2027

Flight Inclusive

£6,795

Land Only

£5,995

Single Supplement

£695

Regional Departures

Would you rather depart from an airport closer to you? Give us a call at 1-844-433-9473 and we'll see what we can do.

Tour Leader

Francisco Munoz

Francisco is an Ecuadorian photography and wildlife guide and has lived in his home country his entire life.

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Flight Inclusive

£6,795

Land Only

£5,995

Single Supplement

£695

Regional Departures

Would you rather depart from an airport closer to you? Give us a call at 1-844-433-9473 and we'll see what we can do.

Tour Leader

Francisco Munoz

Francisco is an Ecuadorian photography and wildlife guide and has lived in his home country his entire life.

Read more about Francisco

Book Now

Flight Inclusive

£6,795

Land Only

£5,995

Single Supplement

£695

Regional Departures

Would you rather depart from an airport closer to you? Give us a call at 1-844-433-9473 and we'll see what we can do.

Tour Leader

Francisco Munoz

Francisco is an Ecuadorian photography and wildlife guide and has lived in his home country his entire life.

Read more about Francisco

Book Now

Flight Inclusive

£6,795

Land Only

£5,995

Single Supplement

£695

Regional Departures

Would you rather depart from an airport closer to you? Give us a call at 1-844-433-9473 and we'll see what we can do.

Tour Leader

Francisco Munoz

Francisco is an Ecuadorian photography and wildlife guide and has lived in his home country his entire life.

Read more about Francisco

Book Now

Prefer to Travel in a Private Group?

For any interested natural history club or society, we can arrange for a private departure of this tour.

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Why Naturetrek?

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