Tinalandia
A unique ecolodge in the cloud forests of Ecuador, Tinalandia rests on the Western slope of the the Andes, at the southern end of the Choco bio-region. At an ideal altitude of 2,000 feet above sea level, Tinalandia is one of the most biodiverse places on Earth.
Close to Quito
Located only two and a half hours from Quito, Tinalandia is one of the most easily-accessed wildlife preserves from Ecuador's capital, and makes an ideal extension to any trip to the Galapagos.
World-famous birding
Tinalandia is perhaps best known for its exceptional birdwatching opportunities, offering some of the best birdwatching in Ecuador and, for that matter, South America. Over 350 species have been recorded within the grounds of our ecolodge, by some of the world´s most renowned birding experts
Eco-tourism Pioneer
Tinlandia has been offering "eco-tourism" since before the word existed, and we were one of the pioneers in eco-tourism in Ecuador and South America. Read this account of Tinalandia by Paul Greenfield, illustrator of the authoritative field guide "Birds of Ecuador" (Cornell University Press, 2001).
Tinalandia is a working hacienda (ranch) of historical significance and offers services and accommodations a "notch above" most eco-lodges. We provide our guests with variety of activities that entire families can share and enjoy.
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
The Tinalandia experience is an absolute must for newcomers to the joys of the neotropics and its birding.
Wildlife Highlights
- What can birders expect at Tinalandia? See Birding at Tinalandia
- Read the birding report by Thomas H. Davis & Clive Green
- The complete Species List of birds recorded at Tinalandia
- Tinalandia is great place to see butterflies!
What Visitors Say...
- Paul Greenfield on his first visit to Tinalandia, and its continued importance as a wildlife sanctuary.
- ...more guest reports
Useful Links
- Mindo travel guide: advice on travel to Mindo and reviews of all the major lodges in the Mindo area
- Jocotoco Foundation an Ecuadorian organization established to protect land of critical importance to the conservation of Ecuador's avifauna and associated biodiveristy.
- Mindo Cloudforest Foundation - an organization with the mission of protecting the Chocó Endemic Bird Area of northwestern Ecuador
- Ecuador Explorer - resources for planning your trip to Ecuador
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