Travel via scenic routes from Quito to the two conservation sites—the Pitalala Reserve in the Amazon rainforest and the Arlequín Reserve in the Mindo cloud forest. Over the next eight days, live amongst nature in elegant eco-cabins located on a cliff edge and within the cloud forest.

During this intensive field campaign, engage in a variety of hands-on scientific and conservation activities including:

• Collaborating with renowned field biologists in herpetology, ornithology, entomology, and mammalogy.

• Monitoring transects for the critically endangered Mindo Harlequin-Toad.

• Mastering standardized scientific photography techniques for wildlife documentation.

• Setting up and checking traps such as light traps, pitfall traps, mist nets, and camera traps to document elusive and secretive species.

• Conducting diurnal and nocturnal surveys, bird censuses, and bio blitz events to collect comprehensive biodiversity data.

• Supporting fundraising efforts for the legal protection of these critical reserves.

At the end of Day 9, travel back from the reserves to Quito via the same picturesque routes.

Depart from Quito, taking with you unforgettable memories and meaningful contributions to Ecuador’s biodiversity conservation.