Cock of the Rock Birdwatching

Take a guided night walk to experience the sounds and sights of the forest in darkness.

Walk to the sugarcane plantation and learn about their history. Explanation of Santa Lucia's conservation activities and sustainability and research projects, including the use of camera traps for monitoring bears and other large mammals.

Walk along the jungle path to the Umachaca River and then hike upstream to visit a beautiful waterfall (depending on the season and current you can even bathe and swim). Then continue along the pre-Inca trail used by the Yumbo people as a commercial route and learn about its history. You will spot tracks left by the elusive puma and shy wild pigs. The path opens to a lush meadow with fantastic views of the river where you will enjoy a picnic lunch (6-hour trip).