Explore the world of bromeliads - Plant observation

Quito, Ecuador
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Duration6h
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LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Ecuador is a biodiverse country in flora and fauna, very few people know the true value of our ecosystems. Through our tour you can enter this world of bromeliads, which we can only find on the American continent. In addition to this, you will be able to learn about Ecuadorian culture, its foods and traditions. At every moment you will learn something new and at the end of the tour you will have a very good experience.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Tickets: Bromeliad Botanical Garden and Jerusalem Protective Forest
  • Guidance
  • Lunch

What to expect

  1. Bosque Protector Jerusalem
    2h · Admission ticket included
    The Jerusalem Forest is the only protected dry forest in the Northern Andes of Ecuador, it is located at an altitude of 2400 meters above sea level. In this place you will take a guided tour along the forest trails, the guide will explain all the characteristic data of these ecosystems, you will be able to observe species such as falcons, hummingbirds, bromeliads, orchids, among others. After the tour you will have a short moment to tour the facilities, take photos and enjoy the landscape.
  2. Guayllabamba
    1h
    Guayllabamba is a rural parish belonging to the Quito canton. This parish is characterized by being an agricultural and tourist valley. During your visit to this place you will see that there are many people selling fruits and you will taste a typical local lunch "locro".
  3. Guayllabamba
    3h
    We will go to the Bromeliad Botanical Garden where we will enjoy its flowers, colors and shapes. During this tour we will learn about these plants and their importance. Then we will walk along the trails where we will learn about the native flora and fauna of the Dry Forest until we reach the sustainable Bromeliad plantation that is located in the middle of the forest.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

One day before starting the tour, a person will contact you through this means to agree on the pick-up point you want. On the day of departure our guide will meet at the established place to begin the tour.

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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