Antisana Condor Sanctuary & Hummingbird Observatory day trip
Overview
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7 hours
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Visit a birdwatching premier place. Explore this nature reserve located above 9,843 feet. Admire highest peaks. Contemplate the Andean Condor who is the largest flying bird on earth. Capture with your camera playful hummingbirds like the Shining Sunbeam, Ecuadorean Hillstar, Black-Faced Ibis, Variable Hawk, Many-Striped Canastero, Black-Chested Buzzard-Eagle, Paramo pipit, Tawny Antpitta, Plumbeous Sierra Finch, Black Flowerpiercer and other species. Follow up Humboldt's footsteps. Drive by the old house area where the German naturalist Alexander von Humboldt stayed in 1802. After Humboldt, other famous explorers arrived such as James Orton, Theodore Wolf and Edward Whimper. Also, it is possible to spot Andean Duck, Yellow-billed Pintail, Silvery Grebe, Andean Coot. For having a great experience on this trip, bring your photography and birdwatching equipment. If it is your lucky day, not only will you see Condors but you will also be able to spot the famous Andean Spectacled Bear.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
What To Expect
Quito
You will be picked up from your hotel in Quito to begin your day tour to Antisana National Park, one of Ecuador’s most stunning natural reserves. After a short drive, we leave the busy city behind and enter a peaceful rural area where locals live from small-scale farming and traditional agriculture. As we continue along a scenic winding road, you’ll pass green pastures, barley fields, and grazing cattle, while Andean cowboys (chagras). The route offers spectacular views of the Eastern Andes, with snow-capped peaks and wide open valleys that define Ecuador’s highland beauty. Our destination, Antisana National Park, is a true paradise for birdwatchers, hikers, and nature photographers. The park protects unique Andean wildlife, including condors, caracaras, white-tailed deer, and many other species that thrive in this pristine ecosystem. It’s a perfect escape for travelers looking to experience Ecuador’s wildlife, volcanoes, and high-Andean landscapes — all just a short drive from Quito.
Antisana Condor Observatory
The Andean Condor is one of the most iconic birds and a national symbol of Ecuador. With an impressive wingspan that can reach 3.3 meters (10.8 feet), it is among the largest flying birds in the world. These majestic scavengers use air currents to glide effortlessly across the Andean mountains, often covering great distances without flapping their wings. Feeding mainly on carrion, they play a vital ecological role in keeping the environment clean. The Antisana National Park is one of the best places to observe the Andean condor in Ecuador, making it a true birdwatching hotspot and a must-visit destination for wildlife and nature lovers. To enjoy an even better experience on this Condor tour, we recommend bringing binoculars and a camera with a good telephoto lens. Don`t forget to bring an extra battery and memory card for your camera, otherwise you will miss the oportunity of capture spectacular Andean species.
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Condor Sanctuary Antisana
Pickup included
What‘s Included
A Birdwatching Experience for True Enthusiasts
Ecosystem Interpretation
Professional Guide with private transportation
Travel insurance
Tips
Lunch
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
25 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
For wildlife lovers
Marius M,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing wildlife and nature. Despite the rather cloudy and rainy weather, I encountered much wildlife including condors, spectacled bears and colibri birds. Overall a great experience!
Antsana Condor & Hummingbird Tour
Milissa F,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Paul was a great guide. We had the opportunity to do a short hike, watch condors, and see hummingbirds. Paul was knowledgeable and very accommodating.
Very interesting, natural...
Saioa G,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very interesting, natural and full of nature where you are impressed with the beauty of the fauna and flora
Excellent Day Trip from Quito! 5 Stars
80hhh,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Edwardo was exactly on time to pick us up at our hotel. He was very informative and friendly throughout the tour. We were fortunate enough to see at least 12-15 Condors plus several other native birds and wildlife, of course Hummingbirds too. It was a beautiful clear day and the Volcanos were magnificent along with views of the city. Highly Recommended.
A great Adventure with a great guide!
RunningBear549,Feb 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Diego was our guide on the Antisana Condor experience and he was an excellent guide and we enjoyed everything about the tour! We did sight the Condor,the Andean Ibis and many colorful hummingbirds. Diego is a good conversationalist and enjoyed telling us about all the flora and fauna as well as the terrain in Antisana high mountain area. It is truly beautiful! We had a wonderful full course Trout meal on our way down the mountain. You should not miss this experience if you are visiting Quito!!
Enjoyable and interesting day trip
Sunshine19814078445,Feb 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Booked a last minute trip during our layover as we flew in. Our guide, Edwardo, was kind and informative; he picked us up at our hotel and provided descriptions of the areas we drove through. He explained the area history, took us to pick up snacks, then took us to a walk along a lovely stream and see the condors. We also stopped to see deer, more condors and a caracara, We stopped to see hummingbirds and for nice lunch. We had a really good time as we saw the area for the first time.
Spectacular scenery with gliding condors
Clive J,Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00There was a delay due to a broken down vehicle but a replacement guide was found reasonably quickly and Jean-Pierre was excellent. We had over 15 condor sightings amidst beautiful scenery including a snow capped volcano. A great experience.
We were picked up by our...
Xiaojing H,Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00We were picked up by our tour guide Eduardo on time. Eduardo was very friendly and knowledgeable. It was a rainy day so we didn't get to see condors flying (our main goal) at the observation deck but we did see two condors standing on the cliff through Eduardo's telescope. We saw many humming birds at Tambo Condor Bird Lodge where we first stopped to use the facilities and drank some tea, and later had lunch on the way back. Overall it was a successful trip. PS: right after we booked the tour we communicated with the tour operator Galapagos My World via Whatsapp, Silvia of the customer support was very responsive and answered our question quickly.
Watching the Condors in pristine environment.
Peregrinus13,Sep 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An ideal place and set up to view, sometimes at close range, depending on the birds flight path. The environment is awesome and there are very interesting trails. Also feeders for hummingbirds are present. So you get it all.
We were thrilled to see...
D M,Jul 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We were thrilled to see the magnificent Andean condors flying overhead numerous times. Eduardo has an excellent knowledge of birds and ability to spot different types of birds and animals.
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