Walk along mossy mountain ridges and clay trails. Guides lead treks through primary forest to spot hidden orchids, nocturnal frogs, and clear waterfall basins.
Walk along mossy mountain ridges and clay trails. Guides lead treks through primary forest to spot hidden orchids, nocturnal frogs, and clear waterfall basins.
| Month | High / Low | Rain Days | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 70.5° / 63.9°F | 20 | Okay |
| Feb | 71° / 64.6°F | 19 | Okay |
| Mar | 71.9° / 64.9°F | 22 | Okay |
| Apr | 72.6° / 65.3°F | 21 | Okay |
| May | 72.5° / 65.3°F | 18 | Okay |
| Jun | 71.3° / 64.5°F | 15 | Good |
| Jul | 71.1° / 64.1°F | 10 | Peak |
| Aug | 70.8° / 63.8°F | 9 | Peak |
| Sep | 70.9° / 63.6°F | 11 | Peak |
| Oct | 71.4° / 64°F | 16 | Peak |
| Nov | 71.2° / 63.8°F | 15 | Good |
| Dec | 70.8° / 64.2°F | 18 | Okay |
The high-altitude Andean aviation hub serving as the sole gateway.
A 3,000-acre private biodiversity reserve protecting primary forest.
An open-air cable car gliding slowly over the jungle canopy for 2km.
A scenic waterfall dropping into a clear swimming pool flanked by copal trees.
A clearing with feeders attracting dozens of species of hummingbirds daily.
The volcanic clay soil of the cloud forest is continuously humid and slick. Normal sneakers do not offer enough traction; wear high-quality, waterproof hiking boots with deep tread to prevent slips on muddy forest tracks.
The high humidity and constant mist can cause camera condensation and lens fogging. Keep cameras inside water-resistant cases when not shooting, and pack plenty of silica gel packets and lens cloths.
The road to the cloud forest starts in high-altitude Quito (9,350 feet) before descending to the reserves (around 3,100 feet). Spend 24 hours in Quito to acclimatize to the thin air before starting active hikes.
Wildist-vetted hotels for Ecuador Cloud Forest coming soon.