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Cerro Blanco Birdwatching Tour: Half Day Exploration in Guayaquil's Biodiversity Hotspot

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Embark on a half-day birdwatching tour in Cerro Blanco, Guayaquil's biodiversity hotspot. Discover over 240 species of birds, including nine globally threatened species, in this protected forest.

Duration: 5 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Guayaquil - A guide will meet you in the hotel lobby in Guayaquil for a delightful half-day birdwatching excursion at Cerro Blanco, recognized as one of the top 30 bird conservation priority sites in the Tumbesian region. This locale is the premier choice for birdwatching in Guayaquil.
The journey spans 4 to 5 hours, covering a distance of 6.5km. It begins at Higuerón and continues to the mountain’s summit, where well-defined trails are present. At the peak, there’s a lookout point offering panoramic views of the forest’s eastern side. The higher elevation brings cooler temperatures due to morning mist and lush vegetation. During the tour, you’ll encounter patches of pristine forest with towering evergreens that serve as a sanctuary and food source for wildlife, facilitating easier wildlife observation.

What's Included

Transportation
Professional guide
Hotel pick up and drop-off

What's Not Included

Gratuities
Food and Drinks
Entrance Fees $ 7.00 per person

Additional Information

This location is the optimal choice for this pursuit in Guayaquil.

The Cerro Blanco Protected Forest is home to over 240 types of birds that have been identified. Cerro Blanco is recognized as one of the ‘30 Priority Sites for Regional Tumbesina Bird Conservation’. It is one of four national reserves that shelter seven or more globally threatened bird species (Cerro Blanco hosts nine). In 1998, Birdlife International named Cerro Blanco as the Foremost Area of Importance for Bird Conservation on the Ecuadorian Coast. Out of the 240 identified bird species, 30 have restricted distribution ranges and 24 are unique to the Tumbesian Region.