Ecuador: Birding the Choco-Andes

February 12-21, 2027

For additional information about this tour, please call Steve Hoffman (406-461-5714).

Cost: $4,175// per person, sharing

Single Supplement: $350

Participant to Guide Ratio: 4 to 1.

​Includes:

  • Accommodations with private bathrooms.

  • Activities and meals as described in itinerary.

  • Donation to local conservation efforts.

  • Private transportation and driver for the duration of the program.

  • Travel protection, post-departure coverage (excludes trip cancellation).

  • Carbon offset contribution.​

Cost is based on a minimum of 6 participants (double occupancy). This trip may incur unforeseen fuel surcharges.​

A $350 per person deposit and enrollment form is due to hold your space on this trip. This deposit is refundable 120 days prior to departure, excluding a $200 cancellation fee. Cancellations after this date will result in loss of full deposit. Final payment due date: October 15, 2026.

Travel/trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended. For more information call Travel Insured (800-243-3174) or visit travelinsured.com. 

​Please note: Itineraries may be subject to change due to protocols and other possible adjustments.

Kashmir Wolf, Guide

Steve Hoffman, Owner & Guide

Trip Highlights

  • Explore public and private reserves, including the spectacular Alambi Cloud Forest Reserve, the subtropical rainforest at Milpe Bird Sanctuary, the high-elevation páramo ecosystem at Antisana Ecological Reserve, and so much more!

  • Enjoy dozens of hummingbird species, including the Giant Hummingbird, Black-breasted Puffleg, Sword-billed Hummingbird, Tourmaline Sunangel and many others.

  • Identify other target species, including the Andean Condor, Long-wattled Umbrellabird, Chocó Trogon, Plate-billed Mountain-Toucan, the rare Moss-backed Tanager, and others.

  • Visit Refugio Paz de las Aves, a private reserve that provides habitat for numerous antpitta species as well as the Andean Cock-of-the-Rock. No more than 10 participants can sign up, which greatly increases the quality of our birding!

For a full itinerary, click here.