Piripe Lodge - 3D/2N

After breakfast you will travel northeast of Quito into the area that is well known for its cloud-forest – one of the most biodiverse areas on this planet! You will arrive to Piripe Lodge in time for a delicious lunch. 

In the afternoon the native guide from the lodge will accompany you on a beautiful hike through fruit farming areas and cloud forest and on the way enjoy privileged views over the surrounding mountains. You will also visit the Piripe waterfalls where you can enjoy a refreshing swim under this incredible waterfall. 

You have the rest of the afternoon to enjoy the Spa treatments at the lodge or book an additional activity such as a night walk. 

After breakfast you will enjoy a hike to discover the magic of the cloud-forest in the Mashpi Reserve, which is one of the most biodiverse places on the planet. You will enjoy the great variety of birds, insects, and flora. There are 22 endemic species of birds in the Choco area, amongst which the Green Tanager, the Indigo Hummingbird, the Mashpi Parrot and the Moss-backed Tanager. 

After lunch you will make an excursion to the local community where you can see the process of ¨panela¨ making out of sugar cane. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon relaxing at the swimming pool or enjoying a Spa treatment. 

After enjoying a relaxing break-fast you can accompany our guide in the gardens to get to know local fruit trees, vegetables, and herbs, like yuca, papaya and various other exotic fruits.