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Ecuador Herping Tour
The Herping Tour
8 nights & 9 Days Tour
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Our Ecuador herping tour in Ecuador will take you to some of the most bio diverse parts of the world and you will be able to see and photograph some of the most unique wildlife found in Ecuador. On this tour you will learn how not only how to make great images of herps but also learn how to find them and photograph them in the wild. Our herping program supports various local communities as we work directly with the people on the ground!
BASIC INFORMATION
Medical
Please consult with your doctor regarding general travel vaccinations and check the CDC website for more information.
Insurance
We strongly recommend you purchase trip insurance that includes trip cancellation and medical coverage while overseas.
Internet Access
Most lodges have free WIFI in the reception/dining area.
Electricity
Electrical outlets are US-style. Those coming from Europe or Asia may need travel adapters. We will send more info after signup.
Airport
You should arrive to and depart from Ecuador’s Mariscal Sucre International Airport. Our representative will be waiting to provide your private transfer to a family run lodge nearby.
Certified
All of our services are conducted by fully licensed travel, lodge, and transport operators. This is part of our commitment to providing a professional travel experience.
Cost (In USD)
$4000
Tour Dates
Main Tour – Maximum 6 – 8 people per group.
1. Jan. 16 – 25, 2022
2. Feb 2nd – Feb 11th, 2022
Tour Specifics
1. Easy/Moderate walking/Most activity is at the feeders
2. Intermediate Photographers
3. Land and Water Photography
4. Non-Photographers / Birdwatchers: Accepted
Our well planned Ecuador herping tour in Ecuador will focus on endemics like the Pinocchio cutin to specialities like the Fleischmann’s Glass Frog, this tour will be a once in a lifetime opportunity for our participants.
Photo Opportunities- Opportunity to photograph the Darwin and Wallace poisonous frog, Cope’s Vine Snake and more such stunning species.
- Guided photography with expert local guidance to make the best images of the target species and more.
- Our all-inclusive tours help you enjoy a stress-free, safe, photography focussed days coupled with local lodging and culinary experience.
It is recommended that each participant bring the following equipment:
- A digital SLR and your longest telephoto lens preferably 300mm or more
- A macro lens
- A sturdy tripod or monopod
- You may also bring your flash with a flash bracket
- Pack a ton of memory cards
- Release cable
Tour Pace
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Day 1Upon arrival you will meet our representative at the Mariscal Sucre International Airport, Quito and transfer to your hotel near the city centre in Quito.
- Overnight at hotel in Quito, meals are not included this day
- Elevation: 2808m
The adventure begins early in the morning of day 1 at the hotel, after breakfast by private car we will go to Tena in the Ecuadorian Amazon. Approximately 5 hours later we will arrive to the lodge. In this wonderful ecosystem we will stay for 3 nights, in which we will have the possibility to see some amphibians and reptiles. These include the Garden Tree Boa (Corallus hortulanus), Rainbow boa (Epicrates cenchria), Giant Parrot Snake (Leptophis ahaetulla), Ecuador Poison frog (Ameerega bilinguis), Map Treefrog, (Hypsiboas geographicus), Broad-headed woodlizard (Enyalioides laticeps), Tiger striped monkey (Phyllomedusa tomopterna), Tarsier Monkey-frog (Phyllomedusa tarsius), Amazon Clown-frog (Dendropsophus sarayacuensis), Santa Cecilia Cochran Frog (Teratohyla midas), Two-lined Forest-Pitviper (Bothriopsis bilineata), Small-eyed Toadhead (Bothrocophias microphthalmus), Fer-de-Lance (Bothrops atrox), among others.
Day 5-6During the second part of the trip we will submerge in the province of Cotopaxi, a journey that will last approximately 6 hours, crossing beautiful sceneries until we arrive to one of the most interesting forests that we can found, the astonishing Chocó Forest, a unique, biodiverse but unfortunately very threatened ecosystem. In this area we will stay for 3 nights, thus having the opportunity to observe a wide list of amphibian and reptile species; Among the most important and beautiful are the Eyelash Palm pitviper (Bothriechis schlegelii), the Western Basilisk (Basiliscus galeritus), the Neoselva’s Treefrog (Boana picturatus), Blomberg’s Tree Boa (Corallus blombergi), Cope’s Vine Snake (Oxybelis brevirostris), Fleischmann’s Glass Frog (Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni), Rana de Cristal de Mache (Cochranella mache), among others.
Day 7-8In the next morning (7th day) after breakfast, after approximately 5 hours by car we will arrive to Mindo, a small, beautiful and touristic town, which concentrates a great diversity of birds, amphibians and reptiles. The Tropical Andes comprises one of the most important Hotspots of this trip. In addition to its great biodiversity, this area is characterized by the endemism of a variety of species. During these two nights we can observe the Pinocchio cutin (frog) (Pristimantis appendiculatus), Emerald crystal frog (Espadarana prosoblepon), Darwin and Wallace poisonous frog (Epipedobates darwinwallacei), palm tree frog (Hypsiboas pellucens), the moss cutin (frog) (Pristimantis crucifer), the Ecuadorian lizard (Anolis aequatorialis), The Ecuador Sipo (Chironius grandisquamis), and with some luck the incredible Pinocchio lizard – (Anolis proboscis), among other incredible species.
Day 9This morning our transport partners will drop you for your respective international departures from the Quito airport.
Ecuador herping tour : Day 1Upon arrival you will meet our representative at the Mariscal Sucre International Airport, Quito and transfer to your hotel near the city centre in Quito.
- Overnight at hotel in Quito, meals are not included this day
- Elevation: 2808m
Ecuador herping tour : Day 2-4The adventure begins early in the morning of day 1 at the hotel, after breakfast by private car we will go to Tena in the Ecuadorian Amazon. Approximately 5 hours later we will arrive to the lodge. In this wonderful ecosystem we will stay for 3 nights, in which we will have the possibility to see some amphibians and reptiles. These include the Garden Tree Boa (Corallus hortulanus), Rainbow boa (Epicrates cenchria), Giant Parrot Snake (Leptophis ahaetulla), Ecuador Poison frog (Ameerega bilinguis), Map Treefrog, (Hypsiboas geographicus), Broad-headed woodlizard (Enyalioides laticeps), Tiger striped monkey (Phyllomedusa tomopterna), Tarsier Monkey-frog (Phyllomedusa tarsius), Amazon Clown-frog (Dendropsophus sarayacuensis), Santa Cecilia Cochran Frog (Teratohyla midas), Two-lined Forest-Pitviper (Bothriopsis bilineata), Small-eyed Toadhead (Bothrocophias microphthalmus), Fer-de-Lance (Bothrops atrox), among others.
Ecuador herping tour : Day 5-6During the second part of the trip we will submerge in the province of Cotopaxi, a journey that will last approximately 6 hours, crossing beautiful sceneries until we arrive to one of the most interesting forests that we can found, the astonishing Chocó Forest, a unique, biodiverse but unfortunately very threatened ecosystem. In this area we will stay for 3 nights, thus having the opportunity to observe a wide list of amphibian and reptile species; Among the most important and beautiful are the Eyelash Palm pitviper (Bothriechis schlegelii), the Western Basilisk (Basiliscus galeritus), the Neoselva’s Treefrog (Boana picturatus), Blomberg’s Tree Boa (Corallus blombergi), Cope’s Vine Snake (Oxybelis brevirostris), Fleischmann’s Glass Frog (Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni), Rana de Cristal de Mache (Cochranella mache), among others.
Ecuador herping tour : Day 7-8In the next morning (7th day) after breakfast, after approximately 5 hours by car we will arrive to
Mindo, a small, beautiful and touristic town, which concentrates a great diversity of birds,
amphibians and reptiles. The Tropical Andes comprises one of the most important Hotspots of this trip. In addition to its great biodiversity, this area is characterized by the endemism of a variety of species. During these two nights we can observe the Pinocchio cutin (frog) (Pristimantis appendiculatus), Emerald crystal frog (Espadarana prosoblepon), Darwin and Wallace poisonous frog (Epipedobates darwinwallacei), palm tree frog (Hypsiboas pellucens), the moss cutin (frog) (Pristimantis crucifer), the Ecuadorian lizard (Anolis aequatorialis), The Ecuador Sipo (Chironius grandisquamis), and with some luck the incredible Pinocchio lizard – (Anolis proboscis), among other incredible species.
Ecuador herping tour : Day 9This morning our transport partners will drop you for your respective international departures from the Quito airport.
End of Tour
Tour Motive
Our Ecuador Herping tour in Ecuador will focus on endemics like the Pinocchio Lizard ( Anolis proboscis) to specialties like the Fleischmann’s Glass Frog (Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni). This tour will be a once in a lifetime opportunity for our participants.Our tour starts and ends in Quito.
Photo Opportunities
- Opportunity to photograph the Darwin and Wallace poisonous frog, Cope’s Vine Snake and more such stunning species.
- Guided photography with expert local guidance to make the best images of the target species and more.
- Our all-inclusive tours help you enjoy a stress-free, safe, photography focussed days coupled with local lodging and culinary experience.
Cost (In USD)
$4000
TOUR DATES
Main Tour – Main Tour – Maximum 6 – 8 people per group
1. Jan. 16 – 25, 2022
2. Feb 2nd – Feb 11th, 2022
Tour Specifics:
1. Easy/Moderate walking/Most activity is at the feeders2. Intermediate Photographers
3. Land and Water Photography
4. Non-Photographers/Birdwatchers: Accepted
Tour Pace
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Suggested Equipments
It is recommended that each participant bring the following equipment:
- A digital SLR and your longest telephoto lens preferably 300mm or more
- A macro lens
- A sturdy tripod or monopod
- You may also bring your flash with a flash bracket
- Pack a ton of memory cards
- Release cable
Testimonials
My Fiancé and I have gone on multiple trips with Tropical Photo Tours(Brazil, Costa Rica, Ecuador and Peru)! Each workshop has been amazing and different from the last. We would highly recommend to any serious photographers or birdwatchers. The tour leaders help get you in front of your target birds and are willing to help with photography techniques if needed.
Matthew Kusiak
A very professional outfit catering to the needs of wildlife photographer community. Supreet is an amazing tour leader. He keeps needs of the clients in mind. I remember many a times that he offered his spot to me so that I could get a better shot of the bird. Highly recommended!
Jaideep Padhye
Tropical Photo Tours took us to Ecuador recently. Our experience during the Ecuador bird photo tour could not have been better. Expert guiding, flawless logistics, awesome accommodation, excellent food! The guiding and photography exceeded our expectation. We will surely go to Central or South America with this company again. Thanks, Supreet!
Willi Braun
I have been several tours with Tropical Photo tours and Supreet starting with Texas bird photo tour and then Ecuador photo tour and Costa Rica photo tour, I have already booked two tours in 2020 as well.
They make sure you are taken to the bed of locations and also since Supreet is an amazing photographer himself he make sure that you would make amazing images with lovely perches and background.
So if you are looking to visit anywhere in South America you should check them out!
Suraj Ramamurthy
Tour Leader
Passionate photographer and nature lover. He has worked in photographic projects, environmental education, and tourism and scientific research. Author of the Guide of Amphibians and Reptiles of Selva Virgen and various other scientific and photographic works.
Supreet Sahoo An avid birdwatcher and photographer from Austin, U.S. Supreet’s work has been featured in reputed publications like the BBC Earth, National Geographic Spain and Sanctuary Asia.
Payment Terms Inclusion Exclusion Payment Terms- A ‘non-refundable’ deposit of USD 1000 of the Tour fee as booking amount
- The remaining balance is due in full 90 days before the start of the tour
- All figures per person
- Failure to make payments within this timeline could result in tour cancellation
- Lodging as specified.
- Meals as specified
- Stainless steel flask for water.
- Private transfers to and from hotels on first and last days.
- Land transportation during the tour
- Professional driver/photo/nature guide and private transportation in spacious tour bus.
- Guide and Photography Skipper services
- Entrance fees for all described activities.
- Taxes on all services listed above.
- Non-mealtime snacks or meals not included.
- Non-mealtime soft drinks and bottled water.
- Visa fees
- International/personal airfare
- Insurance
- Phone calls
- Laundry
- Tips
- Cost of hospitalization and evacuation, if necessary
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Registration
- To register for the tour, fill out and submit the form below. A ‘NON-REFUNDABLE‘ deposit of USD 1000 per person of the tour cost is required to confirm your spot.
- The remaining balance is due in full 90 days before the start of the tour
- All figures per person. Failure to make payments within this timeline could result in TOUR CANCELLATION
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