Mashpi Cloud Forest Reserve, Ecuador, South America
Escape into Ecuador's cloud forest at Mashpi Lodge, a stunning luxury eco-lodge right in the middle of the Ecuadorian Chocó rainforest. Just three hours’ drive from Quito, it's one of the planet’s greatest biodiversity hotspots. Tucked away in the forest, it's the perfect hideaway to immerse yourself in nature and discover the wonders of the cloud forest.
The lodge is a striking blend of luxury accommodation and high-class service with a comprehensive range of jungle experiences. From a visit to the Life Centre with its butterflies and plants to climbing the eight-storey observation tower, the lodge offers experiences that cater for all ages and tastes. Enjoy thrilling activities like the canopy rides on the Dragonfly gondola and Sky bike, for a bird's eye view of the forest below.
Even from the comfort of your accommodation, you'll feel part of nature, thanks to the tall glass panels on the outside of every guest room that give the sensation of being amongst the forest. Dining here is a celebration of Ecuador's excellent ingredients and fresh recipes, with a twist that only Mashpi Lodge can deliver.
The ideal time to visit Mashpi Lodge is between June and September, during the slightly less rainy season. Rainfall is lighter and skies are clearer, with higher chances of spotting wildlife whilst out trekking or from the viewing platforms. During these months the cloud forest is alive with vibrant sunsets and easier access through the trees to hidden waterfalls. For the rest of the year, Mashpi remains a haven of biodiversity and lush forest, albeit with a little more rain.
Our tailor-made holidays are completely flexible, so we can build you a bespoke trip to Ecuador with a stay at Mashpi Lodge. For inspiration, take a look at these hand-crafted Ecuador holidays...
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