"My wife and I spent two weeks on a private birding tour and had a wonderful time. Everything was well-planned and on-time. The lodges we stayed at were always comfortable -- and often with beautiful views. The food (and service) at the lodges was surprisingly good. We saw over 400 species of birds -- everywhere from the roadside to the many "reserves" we visited. Our guide was tireless and very knowlegeable. If we were going to do a tour like this again, we would 100% do it with the same company". - Tim Gleason, USA

"I saw over 100 birds with Ecuador Birds Tours! They know all there is to know about birds and can identify them from a fleeting glance or a very far off call. Everywhere we went was full of birds and Ivan knows just where to look and how to call them out so you can see them. His knowledge of birds, and enthusiasm for finding them is unparalleled. Highly recommended! - Suzanne from Australia

"We had an amazing time with Ecuador Birds Tours. It was a two week trip that spanned several habitats, including the Andes, the East Slope, the West Slope, and the Galapagos. All our guides were incredibly knowledgable, patient, and passionate, the staff at the lodges were wonderfully kind and considerate, and the food (most of which was included) was both delicious and plentiful. We saw close to 300 bird species on our trip, swam with penguins in the Galapagos, and even saw the shy Spectacled Bear. All in all, we came away with a newfound appreciation for the incredibly diverse ecosystems that make up Ecuador, and would highly recommend their services". Nick Dujnic, USA 

"My wife and I had a wonderful time on this 15-day bird private tour with Ecuador Birds Tours (EBT).  Diego was wonderful tailoring our trip to our desires, and answering all of our pre-trip questions. All the logistics during our trip were smooth as can be. The lodges were great and much nicer than what I had expected. The food provided by the lodges was wonderful and we felt very spoiled! The staffs at the lodges were very friendly and eager to please and help. We highly recommend Ecuador Birds Tours for folks who want to be immersed in discovering the wonderful bird life of Ecuador. Not having to worry about driving, safety, safe food/water, or the best spots to find birds made this a stressless adventure. This is a professional, well-run operation and we are super happy we went with Ecuador Birds Tours!" - Mike and Amedee Long from USA

" I highly recommend a trip with Ecuador Bird Tours. If you are interested in birds and nature at all, it's a wonderful way to see and experience the wonderful country of Ecuador. We booked this because we were already planning a Galapagos trip and this seemed like something different to try. It was the perfect compliment to the islands! In four days we saw so much - from enjoying the lodge in Quito, down to the cloud forest, then up to the mountains. Eating breakfast while the sun came up over the mountains, watching condors wake up, and seeing bears on the hillside, was an especially amazing morning. I hope to be back one day! - Emma and Mark, USA

"Did a 14 day trip with my own guide. Everything ran smoothly from being collected at the airport to being returned there. My guide had excellent skills and knowledge and worked really hard to maximise the number of birds we could find. 500 birds and eleven mammals including spectacled bear says it all. The company clearly has very good relationships with the lodges and local guide so we were treated well. If I can return in the future to go further down into the Amazon Basin I will use them again". - David Jones, United Kingdom

"Ecuador was amazing and it was all made possible by Ecuador Bird Tours and in particular Diego Cruz. We were looking for a private, guided photography/birding tour for my wife and I. Our initial inquiry was answered by Diego, and he exceeded our expectations. Miguel Hipo was an amazing guide with 25 years of experience which was demonstrated for the next 17 days of travel. He knew every bird call and found each bird demonstrating great skill and familiarity with the environment and wildlife! We felt welcome and absolutely safe at all times. We plan to return to Ecuador to explore southern Ecuador and would not use anyone other than Diego Cruz and Ecuador Bird Tours" Craig and Theresa Hedlund, USA

"The Ecuador Birds Tour team organised a great 26 day trip for us - including a cruise in the Galápagos, two weeks around Mindo, eastern Andes slopes and down to Limoncocha, and finishing off with 4 days at the wonderful Sani lodge in the Amazon basin. Our guides, Miguel and Marcelo, were excellent - knew all the bird calls, and the best places to look for particular species, and they worked so hard to find and show us birds (we saw over 540 species). The company made all the arrangements for us, including all hotels, transport, airport collection etc - even organising gluten free meals for me. Everything worked very well." Bird Life International, Clare, United Kingdom

"Our tour of the eastern slopes, from the heights east of Quito to the Amazon Basin, was flawless. The itinerary was designed with attention to our interests and it was followed exactly. Our personal guides made sure we were able to photograph some of the most reclusive and rare endemic species in each unique region and Ecuador is a country of distinct habitats. Ecuador Birds Tours took us to the best birding reserves, best birding lodges and our guide did everything possible to make the trip enjoyable and unforgettable. She did this while touring us in her large, super comfortable private vehicle. Definitely go with EBTours!". Carol Link, USA

"A memorable trip with friends to explore Ecuador's extraordinary bird diversity. Twelve very well organized days with expert guides and a multitude of observations in different habitats. Great encounters, friendly people, charming places, regular and very attentive follow-up... We highly recommend" - Marcel from Canada

Organization of our trip by Ecuador Bird Tours was excellent. Miguel, our bird guide, was a very perceptive and competent bird expert, and due to him we saw a lot of species which we couldn’t discern visually nor hear. And we experience great hospitality in Hacienda Jimenita, being the main base of our trip and belonging to the owners of Ecuador Birds Tours agency. - Tomasz, Poland

“The trip exceeded all my expectations. I have never seen so many different birds on a trip. The accommodations were outstanding, and the food was excellent. Our guide has the keenest eyes I have ever seen and knew every bird we came across. I was hoping to photograph 100 new birds, and wound up with 240 lifers. Ecuador Bird tours really knows how to put together a trip.” – Robert, USA

“Just finished a 12-day birding trip organized by Ecuador Birds Tours. An absolutely amazing experience in all aspects. Logistics, including lodging, food and transportation, were flawless. Note that this is a trip for diehard birders, not a leisurely scenic tour. Accommodations were excellent and food at the various lodges exceeded my expectations. Strongly recommend and will definitely use them when I return”. – Richard Fichera, USA

“Der Trip durch Ecuador wurde von Ecuadorbirdtours hervorragend vorbereitet durchgeführt und betreut. 4 Wochen West Slope Andes, High Andes, East Slope, Amazon und Ecuador. Sehr gute Routenplanung, schöne und sehr gute Lodges! Highlight waren aber die Guides von Ecuadorbirdtours. Extrem erfahren, freundlich und auch nach mehreren Tagen immer nett im Umgang, sie kennen die richtigen Orte für Natur- und besonders Vogelbeobachtungen und alle haben eine beinahe übersinnliche Fähigkeit zum Finden und Ansprechen der vielfältigen Vogelarten. 644 Vogelarten in 4 Wochen, aber auch viele Säugetiere, Reptilien, Amphibien und Insekten konnten beobachtet werden. Eine absolut gelungene Reise die wir jederzeit wieder mit Ecuadorbirdtours machen würden” Rainer Ruess, Germany

“I cannot say enough great things about Ecuador Birds Tours! Our 21-days tour was fantastic. First, Diego as the main contact was so helpful and he answered all of our questions quickly, and he continued to keep in touch and check on us throughout the trip. This was so much peace of mind during our trip, and because of Diego, there were no glitches! With the help of our guides were able to get almost 500 species of birds! We felt safe the entire trip. The lodges were beautiful and clean, and staff was very accommodating.” Karol Steele, USA

“Amazing guides, amazing birds, amazing places, amazing trip. That pretty much sums up our outstanding birding trip in Feb. 2024. The nearly 3 week adventure went off without a hitch, thanks to Diego and his staff. We began our trip with our guide Daniel, spent the bulk of the trip with our guide Ivan, and ended with our guide Marcelo. They worked their tails off to ensure that we had a fabulous trip and made memories for a lifetime, which we did. And it was amazing!” – Jim Parrish, USA

“We are so happy we decided to come back. Truthfully I had some "you can never go home again" worries. They were completely needless. Our welcome at Jimenita was so warm and our rooms, Balcony and Cotopaxi delighted us. Daniel is a relaxed and knowledgeable guide and a pleasure to see sights with. Diego, a lovely guy, cares about his country and the environment. He listens and cares about his clients and helped us plan a trip that suited our interests and needs. Ivan was our guide with unbelievably quick eyes who worked incredibly hard day after day to share his expertise and give us great experiences. We thoroughly trust the integrity, expertise and love of birding at Ecuadorbirdstours. Fantastic” – Jenny, USA

“A truly wonderful tour, customised by Diego. Great guides Miguel (Western & Eastern Slopes & Limoncocha), Oscar (Amazon Basin, Yasuni); Daniel (Andes); & Yasmany (Galapagos). Diego was super responsive, always available to promptly answer queries and give helpful suggestions. The arrangements were flawless. The Lodges were good (Sacha Lodge was exceptional, wish we had spent more time there). We saw over 400 unique bird species in 23 days, plus many other mammals, reptiles, and a swag of marine life in the Galapagos. Overall a great experience we won’t forget. – George and Susan, Australia

Highly recommended. Diego Cruz was incredibly responsive to my query and very helpful in answering questions. Ivan was great at helping find and identify birds as well as just good company. We ended the tour on the second day with a stop along the highway for great views of a Spectacled Bear and its cub. I wish I could have gone on several more of the day tours (or all of them).  - Duke, USA

“This was my second trip with Ecuador Birds Tours and it was another great experience. The goal was to explore deeper into the Amazon to get some new bird photos. We started at Hacienda, Antisana Condors, then worked our way east. Limoncocha and the surrounding area was filled with a great array of species, including the white-lored antpitta. From Coca, a boat ride up the Napo took me to Sacha Nampi, deep into the Amazon. Diego was responsive throughout the whole experience, as usual. I'm looking forward to a third trip with Diego and Ecuador Birds Tours! “ – Chuck Carney, USA

“I just returned from a birding trip to Ecuador that surpassed every expectation! Ecuador is a nature-lover's paradise with its majestic Andean mountains and beautiful Amazon rainforest. In total, we saw over 300 species of birds. Ecuador Birds Tours did an excellent job of planning and carrying out our trip and were highly professional in every way. In addition to the amazing birds, our organizers gave us a culinary experience by serving us traditional Ecuadorian dishes each day. Thank you, Ecuador Birds Tours, for an absolutely fantastic trip. I hope to return someday! – Annie, Costa Rica

“We really cannot say enough about our experience with Ecuadorbirdtours. This was a wonderful experience. Diego had everything planned for our guide down to the smallest detail. On the birding side, each of our group members added over 300 life birds on the trip and over 400 birds overall in the 11 days we actually birded in equator. Enjoying the local people and their dedication to conservation. We truly hope we can visit more of the country with this amazing company in the future” Steve and Rebecca, USA

“I just returned from Ecuador and spent an amazing day birding with Miguel outside Quito. Ecuador Birds Tours was amazing from start to finish. Diego responded quickly to my initial inquiry and made the booking process easy. I ended up choosing the Andean Cock of the Rock, Toucans and Alambi Hummingbird Paradise day trip and could not be happier with the experience. Thank you for a great day!” – Richard, USA

“My 7-day custom bird photography tour with Ecuador Birds Tours last month was really exceptional! I traveled solo, and Diego was so responsive to my enquiries, wishes, and preferences regarding where I wanted to go and what I wanted to do and see. The accommodations were so picturesque and full of local color, the food was delicious, and the quantity and variety of birds was beyond my expectations. So many beautiful hummingbirds and other avian species! I took nearly 20,000 photographs in seven days! Overall, this was the best bird photography experience I’ve had in numerous international trips over the past several years. I heartily recommend Ecuador Birds Tours! – Kristin, USA

“Diego and the team at Ecuador Birds Tours planned and executed a terrific birding experience for us. We've been birding in other countries, but this was our first trip to mainland Ecuador. Diego and his guides Ivan and Daniel made sure that we saw the iconic birds of Ecuador...over 300 species! The lodges that we used were all top notch with excellent food and birding experiences supported by local guides. We couldn't have asked for more on our first trip to Ecuador. We will be back!” – Kelly, USA

“This was our second trip with this company, and they still make their tours unforgettable. The planning is flawless, the birds are amazing, and every detail is taken care of. The guides, food, accommodations are all excellent. The people there truly care about you and that you are happy with everything. Ecuador and Ecuador Birds Tours are fantastic, and we recommend them to everyone. You will not be disappointed “ – Cher Campbell, Canada

“Diego from Ecuador Birds Tour planned a 31 day privately guided tour for the two of us. All accommodations, transportation, birding guides, and private reserves were excellent and organized efficiently. We travelled through numerous environments including the Amazon rain forest, east and west slopes around Quito, pristine undisturbed forests, and the high elevation paramo. Fredy was our birding guide for most of the trip and his birding expertise was fantastic. He could hear and locate birds in the canopy as well as the understory, and we were constantly amazed at his abilities. We highly recommend using their expertise in arranging a birding tour to Ecuador.” -John and Donna, USA

“The birding was amazing! My Guide Miguel was really great, his knowledge of the wildlife, local area and people made the trip really rewarding. Highlights included seeing over 30 species of Humminbirds, 3 different types of Owls, a Spectacled Bear and the beautiful highlands near the Antisana Volcano. I really enjoyed the accommodations and the wonderful Ecuadorian food, especially Hacienda Jimenita which was beautiful and very comfortable to stay at.” - John, Canada

“Fantastic trip! We booked on-line from the UK and I can say that Ecuadorbirdstours completely lived up to the 5* reviews from other travellers. Our tour was very well-organised, with everything working perfectly from our pick-up at Quito airport to the internal flight to Coca and our stays at the various different lodges. We particularly appreciated the care Diego took in designing our itinerary so that we visited the high Andes and both eastern and western slopes so we covered several different habitats, giving us a really good introduction to Ecuador's beautiful scenery and fantastic birds. We also greatly appreciated spending time at Sacha lodge in the Amazon with a chance to see Harpy Eagle, and thanks to our guides from the lodge we were successful. “ Hillary,  England

“If I could give Ecuador Birds Tours greater than a 5-star rating I would. We did a 15 day Birding Tour plus an additional day tour of Quito. The owner Diego runs the business side of things and is very responsive and works very hard to ensure customer satisfaction. Our guide Daniel did the Quite day tour and the first 2 days around Quito for birding and was outstanding. Our guide for the remainder of the trip was Miguel who was an exceptional guide as well well as being a very nice guy. We saw 520+ birds on the trip which was absolutely phenomenal. The food was great, and all of the lodging areas were beautiful with extensive nature trails and birding feeders on the property. You can't go wrong if you chose them for a birding tour in Ecuador!” David, Canada

“Our experience with Ecuador Birds Tours exceeded all expectations from start to finish. Diego designed the perfect tour for us, based not only on our birding goals, but also on the fact that we are both ethical vegans. Once we landed in Ecuador, all needs including gorgeous lodging, delicious meals, and comfortable transportation, not to mention above and beyond birding guidance, were taken care of. Our guides planned each day to the fullest, and were also flexible about making changes to adjust to weather, avoiding crowds, etc. And, we saw 452 different species! I highly recommend Ecuador Birds Tours to all birders, from beginners to the most advanced.” – Conne and Gail, USA

“Excellent trip where birding and photo was the priority. Great guides and great itinerary to maximize birding. Our trip was from the Andes and Quito area down the easter slope to the Amazon, total of 9 nights. We also had 5 nights in Galapagos at the end. 7 different hotel/lodges, pickup from airport, transportation and meals where planned and all went according to this. We felt very welcome and taken care of. We now have unforgettable memories from Ecuador. We will thank Diego and Ecuador Birds tours for planning our trip, and look forward to do the western slope next time.” Anne, USA

“This was a superb introductory trip to the wildlife of Ecuador and The Cloud Forests of the East & West Andes; designed and executed by Ecuador Birds Tours. Hard to believe that the next morning we were watching the number 1 target bird ... Andean Condors! After a great day with Daniel and another night at the beautiful Jimenita we met up with our guide for the rest of the trip. An enormous thanks to Diego, Daniel and especially our wonderful guide Ivan. “ – Sean, United Kingdom

“We booked a three week package including birdwatching and a 4 day-3 night cruise of Galapagos, through Ecuador Birds Tours. Diego was our contact. He was patient and flexible with us, even when our airline cancelled our return flight, and we had to modify arrangements. EBT set us up with Jorge Luna, and excellent birding guide, for most of the trip. Daniel Cruz guided us for two days. Overall, we saw 403 species of birds, not counting the time in Galapagos. My wife was thrilled to get her Lifer counter over 1000! The base at Hacienda Jimenita was lovely and comfortable, with some birding and a good restaurant on site.” – Richard and Karen, USA

“2 week birding tour, our guide went out of his way to find particular birds for us in challenging conditions despite having seen them himself many times. Then, just before we left Daniel and his wife gave us a hand made hummingbird ornament as a parting gift! Speachless. I passed my target of 200 new species by 221 and that was just from the car, seeing a total Of 303. We have been on many birding tours around the world, we saw the most birds and had the best guides with Ecuador bird tours. Have never been close to tears saying goodbye to a bird guide before. Outstanding” Waine and Sue, United Kingdom

“Found Ecuador Bird Tours thru a google search and once I contacted them, I knew I'd found the right operator. Diego Cruz couldn't have been more helpful in planning our trip. He had wonderful suggestions and was very reassuring as to the safety and all the logistics with transferring between locations. The private guides were all extremely knowledgeable and friendly and would go out of their way to make sure we saw what we wanted and would take us on extra, unplanned special night excursions as well. Birding, and viewing other animals, especially in the Amazon, was extraordinary. It was the trip of a lifetime!!!” Pam and Emily, USA

“Knowledgeable guides who were great at finding birds and putting me on them quickly. I did a 10-day tour and ticked 385 species. Hacienda Jiminita is in an excellent location: very close to the airport, and both the east and west sides of the Andes are within driving distance. Many habitats covered in a short time. An unforgettable experience!” – Nick, USA

“Don’t hesitate to use Ecuador Bird Tours for your trip to Ecuador! The guides are incredibly knowledgeable in the birds and where to go. Your tour will be customized based on your interests and will satisfy the birder and photographer! The lodges are very comfortable, the food is delicious, and the variety and colors of the birds are astounding! I can’t recommend this highly enough for your trip to Ecuador!” – Elaine, USA

“My girlfriend and I reserved a 10-day birding tour of the West and East Andes of northern Ecuador covering most of the major birding sites from Rio Silanche in the west to Rio Quijos EcoLodge and Guacamayos Ridge in the east. The birding was excellent and our guide Jorge Luna was phenomenal. We ended up with just over 400 species of birds for the trip, not to mention Spectacled Bear, Black-mantled Tamarins, Kinkajou, numerous butterflies, wildflowers, bromeliads, and orchids, and stunning scenery..”  Craige, Canada

“Excellent logistics support, excellent guides, and excellent birds. I don't regularly leave reviews because most of the time, but Ecuador Birds Tours is the exception. I worked with the owner for months and numerous emails to get my specialized bird tour just right and answer my numerous questions. He was always patient and supportive. By the time my 3 week specialized tour started I was confident it would go well, and it exceeded my expectations over 615 bird species. Strongly recommend working with this company whether for a day trip or specialized trip.” Philip, USA

“My favorite part was how welcoming and kind all of the guides were. We traveled for two weeks from Quito to Mindo to the upper Amazon basin. By the end, we'd had 400+ birds on eBird and most of those we would have never seen or heard if it wasn't for the expert guidance from Daniel, Ivan, or Jorge. This was truly the best trip I've ever been on and alI 100% attribute that to Ecuador Bird Tours. Thank you!” – Mary, Canada

“Have just returned from the 16-day tour around the Andes and Amazon. Excellent all-round - itinerary, guides, lodges, food. Over 500 species recorded. Thanks to Diego, Gabriel, and the 'family' at Hacienda Jimenita and all the nice people we met on our travels. Superb” - Dave, United Kingdom

“Ecuador Birds Tours hit it out of the park! From the first contact with Diego this trip, while delayed a year due to COVID, was setting up to be a high point in our travel and birding bucket list. The attention to detail and special treats were only outdone by the exceptional attitude and grace of everyone we touched from our 5 star guides to the staff at all the lodges we stayed at. We saw 355 species of birds, 284 which were "life birds" and 20 mammals including 10 species of Monkeys. We headed back soon to do the SE and Ecuador Birds Tours will be our guide.” – Tom and Patricia, USA

“I had a great time with Ecuador Bird Tours. Diego made sure everything was going okay throughout the trip. My guides were Daniel and Ivan. Both of them were knowledgeable and knew where to find the birds in the area. I had a great experience with both guides and saw over 200 different birds. And the food all through the trip was wonderful. There was an attention to detail that really made you feel like the experience was just for you.” – Stephanie, USA

“My husband and I just came back from our trip; it was OUTSTANDING! Diego's itinerary for us was so carefully detailed and thoughtful. We were in awe of his attention to our having the best experience in this absolutely beautiful country. The people were so welcoming and friendly. The meals were perfectly delicious. And the parks and nature stops were all full of birds we were so happy to discover and watch! Our guides, Daniel Cruz and Jorge Luna, were the BEST! From our hearts, we thank you Ecuador Bird Tours.” – Julie, USA

“We worked with Ecuador Bird Tours as our local outfitter for a valued repeat client's 34 day birding journey through Ecuador. This was a very serious birding client, with a specific target list and years of experience birding throughout the world. I worked directly with Diego to create a well planned itinerary to give our mutual client the best chance to see the birds he wanted to see. All of the plans were executed perfectly and the trip was a huge success. A lot of planning, organization, and re-confirming goes into a trip of this length but I had 100% confidence in Diego and his team, and he did an amazing job. In the end the client saw over 600 species of birds and got 360 life birds. He even saw the Harpy Eagle nesting, which was one of the most wanted birds of his life. Thank you Ecuador Bird Tours.” Joan, USA

“My wife and I had a wonderful time with Ecuador Bird Tours. Daniel was a great guide. Very kind and informative. Enjoyed the Andes and staying at the family lodge Hacienda Jimenita. Amazing hummingbirds!” David Hollie, USA

“We had a lovely day of birding from Quito to the Paramo. Diego Cruz, gave us amazing customer service via email and WhatsApp about where we would find birds on our non-birding tour itinerary. Our Ecuador Birds guide, Daniel, picked us up at our hotel. In addition to seeing condors, we enjoyed other Andean specialties such as Andean ibis, Andean gull, Andean lapwings, caruculated caracara, and many more! Daniel was especially pleasant to be around, and he was passionate about birds and conservation. We appreciated the boxed lunch that included delicious, hot canelazo tea. – Bonnie, Canada

“My wife and I recently went to Ecuador for birding, wildlife and enjoying the outdoors and had a wonderful trip with Ecuador Birds Tour arranged by Diego Cruz. Diego did a great job planning our itinerary and was very quick with emails and WhatsApp correspondence. He arranged everything including the private guides and vehicles and the trip was flawless. The overall birding was fantastic. Diego can plan trips for you throughout Ecuador including the Galapagos. Ecuador is a wonderful country to visit and we highly recommend Diego Cruz of Ecuador Birds Tours.” Roger and Christine, USA

“I’ve been to Ecuador a few times but this was my first time doing a tour with Ecuador Birds Tours. Diego did a great job planning my 3 week trip. I especially loved Antisana and Mindo. We stayed in beautiful lodges including Hacienda Jimenita. We saw over 350 bird species during my trip. Diego is an easygoing and a very knowledgeable guide. I highly recommend doing a tour with him. You won’t regret it!” Heather, Australia

“Diego of Ecuador Birds Tours went above and beyond to ensure my mom and I had the best-ever trip to Ecuador. We had very little birding knowledge prior to our tour, but his passion and abundant expertise overflowed and sparked our interest in learning more. All we knew was that we loved gorgeous scenery, hummingbirds, and wildlife, so he tailored our trip with a guided hike and area tour. Diego even took us on an unplanned side-trip to see the Spectacle Bear and to eat at an delicious Ecuadorian restaurant, simply because he wanted to ensure we had experiences that we couldn't have anywhere else. It's rare to find an organization that is operated by such genuine people. Kindness, generosity, and incredible customer service made for a wonderful stay at La Jimenita and unforgettable tours in and around Quito.” – Emily, USA

“This year I decided to take a bird tour in Ecuador. Last year I attended a Photo Workshop in Costa Rica. After an attentive Internet search I decided by Ecuador Birds Tours. And indeed, after six nights and seven days I was pleased with what I saw, with what I learned, and what I photographed. Facilities in Facienda La Jimenita was excellent.” – Albano Cortez, Portugal