Activities at Tinalandia
800 acres of primary rainforest make Tinalandia and its surroundings a wonderful place to experience the jungle.
Birdwatching
Tinalandia is considered to be a premiere location for bird watching in Ecuador due to its outstanding biodiversity and proximity to Quito. Located on the western slope of the Andes Mountain Range, botanists and ornithologists consider this region to be the most bio-diverse region in the world. A simple morning walk among the grounds of Tinalandia brings you in contact with flocking groups of up to 15 Toucans — often for visitors that are not even out birding. Click here for more information about birds and birdwatching at Tinalandia.
For those who remain captivated and wish to stay longer, Tinalandia
offers other opportunities, including trips to see the Cock-of-the-Rock
at Chiriboga Road, where such birds as Torrent Duck, White-capped Dipper, Black
Phoebe, and Lyre-tailed Nightjar can be found. All these rarities
are but 10 minutes from Tinalandia´s main grounds. Longer day trips to other renowned birding areas such as Rio Palenque, Pedro Vicente Maldonado or Pedernales (on the Pacific coast),
can also be arranged, please let us know if you are interested.
Hiking in the Rainforest
A short trek from the lodge brings you to the edge of the primary rainforest, spanning over 60 acres. Three trails offer 1 to 4 hour hikes on cascading hillsides with a whitewater stream of rocks and boulders to challenge ultimate sport enthusiasts. The highlands of Tinalandia offer a panoramic view of the rainforest canopy, something so often missed on Amazon tours that stay at ground level. Being eye to eye with the rainforest canopy, these hikes give you the opportunity to face the birds inhabiting the forest from a new perspective. The furthest trek takes you on foot to one of the world´s few remaining moss forests.
Horseback Riding
Horseback riding is a great way to see Tinalandia, and the owner would be glad to bring out the horses from the stable for one to two hour rides around the reserve.
Rafting
Also available at Tinalandia is a spectacular class III river-rafting ride down the Toachi River. A well-equipped US tour operator in the area can easily arrange all that you would need to brave these rapids.
Swimming and Relaxing
A short swim after a day´s trek makes for a great way to relax. The pool affords a great view of the nearby river and valley.
Hacienda Tinalandia:
tele/fax: (593-2) 2449-028
cells: 099467741 / 099494727
Urbanizacion El Bosque 2da. Etapa Av. del Parque
Calle 3era. Lote 98 #43-78
Quito, Ecuador