Yanacocha Reserve Tour

Discover magnificent Andean forests and fascinating species of mountain birds on this trip to the Yanacocha Reserve from Quito.

Yanacocha Reserve Tour

We'll pick you up from the meeting point in Quito at 7 am and set off for the Yanacocha Reserve. Located north of Quito on the slopes of the Guagua Pichincha Volcano, this area is known for its Polylepis forests. During the tour, you'll learn about these trees and their significance.

The lush forests and humid climate of the Yanacocha Reserve attract many high-altitude birds, including the masked flowerpiercer and the tororoí rufos. It also hosts the largest community of hummingbirds in the country, with over 50 different species.

At midday, we'll pause for a snack, which will consist of a quesadilla (a traditional corn and cheese dish), chulips chocos (a popular Andean snack), and a soft drink or water.

At the end of the tour, we'll return you to the meeting point in Quito around 1 pm.

Pick up

This trip includes pick up from the following hotels in Quito's historic centre: Hotel Casa El Edén, Portal de Cantuña, Casa Gangotena, San Blas, and Casa Foch. If you are not staying at these hotels, we will meet on Calle Vicente Ramón Roca E8-57.