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Tag: Explorations

A vibrant Rufous-throated Tanager perched on a branch, indicative of the biodiverse Mashpi Lodge region.
Monument marking the Equator, Mitad del Mundo, a must-visit in Quito, included in Mashpi Lodge package with a stay at Casa Gangotena.
EcoAdventure
Daniela Vaca

Things to Do in Quito

Whether you’re looking for a cultural experience or an outdoor adventure, here are the top ten things to do in Quito. Plan your adventure today!

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An insect afflicted by Cordyceps fungus, captured in a dark background, illustrating the unique parasitic phenomena at Mashpi Lodge.
EcuadorianAmazon
Christopher Klassen

Can insects turn into zombies?

Explore fascinating entomopathogenic fungi and discover how they can turn insects into zombies. Learn more about these amazing organisms.

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Twilight view of the modern, eco-friendly Mashpi Lodge nestled in the Ecuadorian cloud forest, promoting sustainable luxury.
Explorations
Christopher Klassen

The Mashpi Lodge story

The story of Mashpi Lodge begins in 2001, when businessman and former mayor of Quito Roque Sevilla decided to purchase a section of the Ecuadorian Chocó forest

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Misty veil dances among the emerald canopy of the Mashpi Lodge cloud forest in Ecuador.
AmazonLodge
Christopher Klassen

The Magic of Mashpi

Captivated by this enchanting story? Discover what makes the magic of Mashpi Lodge. Let us take you on an unforgettable journey.

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Close-up of an ocelot at Mashpi Lodge, its gaze fixed upward, highlighting the enigmatic wildlife of the Ecuadorian cloud forest.
Explorations
Christopher Klassen

Cloud cats

Meet the wild, beautiful cloud cats of Mashpi Lodge. Learn about their unique behaviors and find out how you can help protect them from extinction.

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Immaculate antbird perched on a moss-covered branch at Mashpi Lodge, a serene representation of Ecuador's birdlife.
Ecolodge
Christopher Klassen

Housekeeping Army Ants

In Mashpi, we can observe one of the world’s most fascinating symbiotic relationships first-hand: that between army ants and ant birds.

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