Discover 43 dazzling hummingbird species in Mindo, Ecuador. Experience them up close, capturing stunning photos as they sip from your hands.
Discover 43 dazzling hummingbird species in Mindo, Ecuador. Experience them up close, capturing stunning photos as they sip from your hands.
- Chaquimallana Tours. - Visitors can delight in feeding hummingbirds with specially prepared water, allowing these beautiful creatures to approach for photos and enjoyment. Guests can also relax in hammocks and immerse themselves in the vibrant, bird-filled environment. There are trails available for exploration, either independently or with a…
- Chaquimallana Tours. - Visitors can delight in feeding hummingbirds with specially prepared water, allowing these beautiful creatures to approach for photos and enjoyment. Guests can also relax in hammocks and immerse themselves in the vibrant, bird-filled environment. There are trails available for exploration, either independently or with a guide, with tours lasting an hour or longer, depending on preference. Camping is available for an additional fee. Don’t hesitate to experience all that this site has to offer.
Hummingbirds you may encounter in the reserve include:
- White-necked Jacobin
- Green-crowned Brilliant
- Brown Inca
- Fawn-breasted Brilliant
- White-booted Racket-tail
- Rufous-tailed Hummingbird
- White-whiskered Hermit
- Brown Violet-ear
- Violet-tailed Sylph
- Purple-bibbed Whitetip
- Purple-throated Woodstar
- Velvet-purple Coronet
- Tawny-bellied Hermit
- Crowned Woodnymph
- Andean Emerald
- Hiking
- Tea and coffee
- Hummingbird feeding in hand
- Hiking
- Tea and coffee
- Hummingbird feeding in hand
- Gratuities
- Private transportation
- Gratuities
- Private transportation
Hand-Fed Magic: The Exclusive Hummingbirds
While most travelers observe hummingbirds from afar, at Chaquimallana, these enchanting creatures will perch right in your hand. This is more than just a tour—it’s a deeply moving connection with the “Fairies” that many only witness in documentaries.
Why This is an Absolute Must:
**The “Human…
Hand-Fed Magic: The Exclusive Hummingbirds
While most travelers observe hummingbirds from afar, at Chaquimallana, these enchanting creatures will perch right in your hand. This is more than just a tour—it’s a deeply moving connection with the “Fairies” that many only witness in documentaries.
Why This is an Absolute Must:
The “Human Perch” Experience: Feel the vibrant pulse of life as up to 12 different hummingbird species trustingly feed from your hand.
Photographer’s Paradise: Capture stunning, close-up images that are unmatched anywhere else. No zoom lens can replicate this closeness.
Expert Insight: Discover the secret lives, remarkable metabolism, and survival strategies of these colorful gems from our expert naturalists.
Pure Serenity: Enjoy an intimate, tranquil setting away from the bustling Mindo crowds.
Leaving Mindo without experiencing the gentle touch of a hummingbird means missing out on the true essence of the cloud forest. Secure your spot now before this enchanting opportunity slips away!
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
