Mashpi Lodge

One of the best experiences I’ve had so far. About a 3 hour drive from Quito, but the drive is completely worth it. You get to live amongst nature and all its beauty. Check out our adventure on YouTube by searching The Ecuadorian and The Persian. We had an English speaking guide named Manolo who did an amazing job. Probably the best guide I’ve had on any tour. Highly recommend if you are up for an adventure.

Amazing. The true combination of eco friendly while not sacrificing ultra luxury. Staff is superb. Food is incredible. The experiences are truly unforgettable.

Amazing experience in every way! Thanks Mark and all the staff for everything! We had a blast!

Mashpi is a must go place when visiting Ecuador. This private natural reserve offers guests great adventure and nature exploring experiences through the choco biome - one of the most biodiverse environments in the world. The modern designed hotel perfectly fits in the cloudy forest, and all rooms offer amazing views of the surrounding forest. Staff is very friendly and welcoming. Each family group is assigned to a local guide during the stay. They support you to explore the reserve, while providing detailed explanation on the local fauna and flora. I was lucky to be guided by Manolo, an enthusiast of birds (he will help you identify and see any bird you are looking for) who was very friendly, supportive and made my experience in Mashpi unforgettable. Moreover, resident biologists provide you insights on conservation projects and allow you to further explore nature. The hotel restaurant offers really good food. My only comment is that during the 3 days I stayed in Mashpi, all the starters in lunch and dinner for vegetarians were soups or creams, and desserts not always met the standards of main dishes, which were all superb. The drink menu is delicious, offering authoral options that allow you to enjoy the flavors of the choco in a cup of glass. The environemntal and social sustainability and responsibility of Mashpi project makes the place even more special. I will deffinitely come back.

Best place in Ecuador. Simply amazing