Attention bird lovers! Do not miss this incredible program to visit the lek of the Andean Cock-of-the-rock! Immerse yourself in the cloud forest of Ecuador and experience a unique connection with nature as you witness one of the most iconic birds in the area.
There is no need to worry about luck in this adventure, since the chance of seeing the Cock-of-the-rock in action is more than 90% throughout the year.
Book your spot now and witness the beauty and majesty of the Cock-of-the-rock in its natural habitat!
Capacity: from 1 to 6 people
Duration: 1 day
Difficulty: Low
(sure and firm step required)
Equipment needed: Appropriate clothing and footwear for the activities, windbreaker, hat, repellent, sunscreen.
Program Lek Cock-of-the-Rock
Program price:
- 1 person - US$79
- 2 people - US$68 per person
- 3 people - US$57 per person
- 4 people - US$46 per person
- 5-6 people - US$39 per person
Includes
All the guided activities, lunch and soft drinks, refreshment, rubber boots and rain poncho for the activity
Day 1
Pick-up and welcome at the meeting point: La Palmera suspension bridge
Upon arrival we will welcome you, and we will make a brief explanation about the history of the bridge. This narrow suspension bridge has not always been there, its recent construction and, above all, its transformation as a bridge for vehicles has marked a before and after for Finca Palmonte. Next, we’ll walk across the bridge, where you can take some great photos of the Pastaza River.
Arrival at Finca Palmonte
From there we will take the 4×4 car and go to the entrance gate of the property . Then, if the weather is nice, we will take a small guided walk along the old path with observation and information about the place, the forest and the flora and fauna.
Presentation “Finca Palmonte – an ecotourism refuge” and visit to the garden
Accompanied by images, there will be a brief explanation of the ecotourism project developed at the farm and its history. In addition, there will be an audiovisual tour of the most emblematic flora and fauna species that can be observed on our property throughout the year.
Then we will visit the garden, where we can observe and appreciate some flora and fauna, including orchids and bromeliads, birds, butterflies and other insects.
Lunch
While we observe the hummingbirds we will enjoy a tasty lunch while we share a table with the owners of the ecolodge.
Visit to the lek of the Andean Cock-of-the-rock
We will continue with the Cock-of-the-rock-walk, in which we will hike for approximately 30 minutes up an old path until we reach a part of the forest where we will observe these wonderful birds in their lek. An incredible show!
Later, back at the lodge, we will have a refreshment and close this beautiful day at Finca Palmonte.










Do you want to live an unforgettable experience at Finca Palmonte?
Includes:
- Carrying out of all activities with interpretation
- Lunch and refreshment
- Rubber boots and rain poncho
- Round-trip transportation from the meeting point on the La Palmera bridge to the Finca Palmonte facilities
Not included:
- Transportation to the meeting point at La Palmera bridge
- Alcoholic beverages
- Other services not specified