Welcome to Finca Palmonte’s “Active Palmonte” program! If you are looking for a unique experience in the middle of nature, you have come to the right place.
We offer you a three-day program in the heart of the cloud forest of the Llanganates Sangay Ecological Corridor in Ecuador. Here, you will enjoy unforgettable moments in contact with nature and away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Finca Palmonte offers an opportunity to disconnect and relax while enjoying the beauty of the landscapes and the local fauna. We are waiting for you to live an incomparable adventure!
Capacity: from 1 to 6 people
Duration: 3 days and 2 nights
Difficulty: Medium-high
(sure and firm step is absolutely necessary)
Equipment needed: Appropriate clothing and footwear for the activities, windbreaker, hat, repellent, sunscreen.
Private suite:
US$257 per person
Complete program
Grandfather's house:
US$217 per person
Complete program
Day 1
Pick-up and welcome at the meeting point
In the morning, we will pick you up at the iconic La Palmera suspension bridge to welcome you to our home in the cloud forest of the Llanganates Sangay Ecological Corridor. As we cross the bridge, you will have the opportunity to capture incredible photographs of the Pastaza river and learn about the history of the bridge which has transformed our finca.
We will take you on an exciting 4×4 vehicle ride to the entrance gate or if the weather permits, we will guide you for a part of a hike along the ancient trail, sharing information about the flora and fauna of the place.
Get ready to immerse yourself in nature!
Presentation “Finca Palmonte – an ecotourism refuge” and garden visit
Once at our facilities, we will welcome you with a presentation about our ecotourism project and its history. Accompanied by images, you will learn more about the development of our project and how we have managed to create a unique ecological refuge in the cloud forest of the Llanganates-Sangay Ecological Corridor.
Afterwards, we will continue with a guided tour of our beautiful garden, where you will be able to observe and appreciate the biodiversity of the region, including orchids, bromeliads, birds, butterflies and other insects.
Don’t forget to bring your camera to capture the natural beauty that surrounds us!
Lunch
Imagine sitting on a beautiful terrace surrounded by lush greenery, while hummingbirds fluttering around you… and enjoying a delicious homemade meal prepared with fresh, local ingredients…
During lunch, you will have the opportunity to meet and talk with the ecolodge owners, who will be happy to share their experience and knowledge of the area with you.
Visit to the lek of the Cock-of-the-rock
In the afternoon, we will hike to the Cock-of-the-rock lek, where we will walk along an old path and enter the cloud forest until we reach an impressive place.
There, you will be able to observe the incredible spectacle of the lek of the Andean Cock-of-the-rock, where these wonderful birds perform their courtship in a display of amazing colors and sounds. It will be an unforgettable experience in the middle of nature!
Dinner and night walk
After a delicious dinner, prepared with local and healthy ingredients, you will have the opportunity to explore the surroundings at night, on a night walk.
With flashlights in hand, you will enter the darkness of the forest and discover new wildlife that only shows up at night. You will hear the sounds of frogs and other nocturnal animals while enjoying the beauty of nature in the quiet of the night.
Day 2
Breakfast
Good morning! You will wake up with a delicious and complete breakfast that will give you the necessary energy to face the exciting adventure that awaits you.
Hike to Consuelo Waterfall
Well prepared for the next experience, we will begin the hike to the espectacular Consuelo waterfall. During the hike, we will follow the course of the river and cross it several times, admiring the diverse flora and fauna that surrounds us.
After around two hours of hiking, we will arrive at the foot of the waterfall, where we will take a well-deserved rest and enjoy a picnic, before retracing our steps back to the lodge.
More information about the Consuelo Waterfall Hike>>
This activity can be substituted with the Palm Hill hike.
Dinner and rest
After a day full of emotions and adventures, we will return to the lodge to enjoy an exquisite dinner made from local and fresh products, in a calm and cozy atmosphere.
It is time to relax and let ourselves be carried away by the sounds of the jungle to rest and recharge for the last day of our experience at Finca Palmonte.
Day 3
Breakfast
You will start the day enjoying a varied and healthy breakfast outdoors while marveling at the sight of the colorful hummingbirds fluttering around.
Rest or activity, as you prefer
After enjoying the delicious breakfast, you will have the option to rest and relax in our beautiful garden, observing and exploring the exotic flora and fauna of the area, taking a refreshing bath in the river or simply enjoying the unique atmosphere.
If you are looking for a little more activity, we offer you the possibility to visit the organic coffee plantation* of our neighbors farm, where you will learn about the entire production process and have the opportunity to taste a fresh cup of coffee.
*As this is an external activity to Finca Palmonte, the price of this activity is not included in the program and the visit is subject to availability.
Return to meeting point
After the activity or rest, we will return to the meeting point at La Palmera bridge, so you can continue your trip with unforgettable memories of your experience at Finca Palmonte.
We hope to see you again soon!
Do you want to live an unforgettable experience at Finca Palmonte?
- Carry out all activities with interpretation.
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
- Two nights accommodation.
- Rubber boots and rain poncho.
- Round-trip transportation from the meeting point on the La Palmera bridge to the Finca Palmonte facilities.
- Transportation to the meeting point at La Palmera Bridge.
- Alcoholic beverages.
- Other services not specified.