Mashpi Cloud Forest
Walk through history in South
America’s best-preserved city.


Escape from the busy city to become rejuvenated with a tranquil lounging experience in Ecuador’s Cloud Forest.
The Mashpi Cloud Forest Reserve is located not far from Ecuador’s capital.
Wander among the clouds and tree canopies that serve as home to hundreds of rare frog and bird species. Secluded in the
forest, a Mashpi Lodge offers sustainability & conservation for environmentalists yearning for a conscious stay.
Expect nothing but the best when you dine at Mashpi Lodge’s restaurant. The delicious, modern Ecuadorian cuisine is presented in a method that makes each dish appear like a masterpiece. Offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner, you will certainly enjoy the different local flavors inspired by the surrounding forest.
Mashpi Lodge offers a variety of fun outdoor adventures allowing one to gain a deeper appreciation for nature. Check out some of the hiking trails near the lodge or set an alarm for 6 am to join experts in wildlife observation at the lodge's upper terrace. Soar across the forest canopy on a gondola ride and then head for a swim at the base of the Mashpi Waterfall.
Nature enthusiasts will rejoice to stay at this remote lodge deep in the Chocó Cloud Forest. Explore around the lodge to find many fantastic trails, some leading to waterfalls with swimmable pools. With not a single tree removed during its construction, Mashpi allows guests to experience lounging among trees and close observation of the neighboring wildlife.
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The best time to visit is during the dry season which consists of the months of June to early November, yet you should
be aware that it still rains during these months. November through May is when the forest receives more rain with
February being the peak, therefore it’s recommended to not visit during this month.
Early Morning Wildlife Observation For early risers, head up to the hotel's terrace where you will find naturalist guides equipped with binoculars and scopes ready to assist you in spotting the spectacular diverse wildlife hidden between the fog. Experience the forest come to life as the sounds of birds rise up the canopy and rare endemic species wander near the Mashpi Lodge.
Life Center Mashpi Lodge offers guests the opportunity to visit the life center which houses nearly 100 different endemic orchid species. Interact with the various butterfly species inhabiting the center that is only a 30-minute walk (or short car ride) from the lodge. You’ll be able to have incredible views of the Chocó Cloud Forest along with amazing opportunities to spot wildlife.
The Dragonfly Canopy Gondola Mashpi Lodge offers the unique opportunity to soar through the Choclo cloud forest. Through a 2-kilometer gondola line, guests can observe wildlife from the forest canopy along for some incredible views. Guides are even able to stop the gondola allowing nature enthusiasts to experience longer observation periods.
Magnolia Trail & Falls Near the Mashpi Lodge, you can find many short yet stunning trails. Enjoy the beauty as you walk along a well-maintained trail full of towering Mashpi Magnolia trees to arrive at the crystal-clear waterfall. Jump into the cool, refreshing pool being fed fresh water from the falls. For guests feeling too relaxed to make the hike back, there is always the option of taking the gondola back to the lodge.
Mashpi Lodge Restaurant Dine among the trees in the Mashpi Lodge extravagant restaurant where you’ll taste some of Ecuador’s richest flavors. You’ll experience tranquility in their two-story contemporary dining room that showcases a beautiful view of the natural landscape. Inspired by native ingredients from the lush forest, Mashpi takes you on a gastronomic journey with the use of modern culinary techniques to redefine Ecuadorian cuisine. Prepare to be amazed by the incredible flavors Ecuador’s cloud forest has to offer.
Mashpi Lodge Deep in the clouds of Ecuador's lush Amazon lies a unique, modern lodge created by Quito’s former mayor, Roque Sevilla. Awarded as “Top 10 hotels in the world” in 2021, Mashpi has many things to boast about including being an exemplary lodge in regard to sustainability. With not one tree removed during conservation, this lodge also serves as a conservation and research center which has resulted in the discovery of many endemic species. This stunning spaceship offers floor-to-ceiling glass allowing nature lovers an all-around immersing experience with Mother Nature.
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