Tropical Birding Day Tour from Vilcabamba to Podocarpus National Park Zamora
Tropical Birding Day Tour from Vilcabamba to Podocarpus National Park Zamora
«Explore the lush tropical Andes with Exploraves. This specialized birding tour takes you from the comfort of Vilcabamba or Loja to the pristine forests of Podocarpus National Park (Zamora Sector). Discover rare species and breathtaking biodiversity in one of Ecuador’s most important bird areas.» This birding day tour departs early in the morning from Vilcabamba and explores humid foothill and tropical forest habitats with opportunities to observe colorful tanagers, toucans, parrots, hummingbirds, and many other species of the Ecuadorian Andes and Amazon foothills.
Tour overview
This full-day birdwatching excursion begins with an early departure at 5:00 am from Vilcabamba.
The tour travels east across the Andes toward the tropical forests of Zamora and the Podocarpus National Park region, an area well known for its exceptional biodiversity and birdlife.
Throughout the day, participants will explore different elevations and habitats while searching for a wide variety of bird species typical of southern Ecuador.
«Since we head into the tropical forest, bird activity is highest in the early morning. Our 5:00 AM departure is essential to guarantee the best sightings.
02:30 – 3:00 PM: Start drive back to Loja/Vilcabamba.
Birding Highlights
Colordful Tanagers such as: Paradise Tanager, Orange-eared Tanager, Spotted Tanager, Blue-neckd Tanager, Yellow-throated Bush Tanager; Orange-bellied Euphonia, Flycatchers.
Target birds to look for: Andean Cock-of-the Rock. Amazonian Umbrellabird, Coppery-chested Jacamar, Lanceolated Monklet, Torrent Duck and many others.
Departure Information
- Departure: 5:00 am from Vilcabamba
- Duration: Full day
- Destination: Zamora Tropical Forest / Podocarpus National Park.
- Tour Type: Birdwatching & Nature Tour
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