Mashpi Lodge

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THE PERSONALITIES

Wildlife photographers. Design lovers. Hikers. Bird Watchers. Biologists.

MOMENTS

Nature meets design. Luxury in the clouds. Sounds of the jungle. Waking up to green all around. 

BEST VISITING MONTHS

Anytime! +20 C during the day and +10 C at night throughout the year. 

COST

WHY STAY

Mashpi Lodge is a luxury design hideaway 3 hours away from Quito, Ecuador. Sitting 950m above sea level between a rainforest and a cloud forest in the middle of a lush private reserve, the retreat is part of National Geographic's Unique Lodges of the World. With views to the surrounding jungle through floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows and open-air terraces, you will experience nature and wildlife like never before.

Stay in one of three spacious Yaku Suites (meaning "water"), located on the first floor and featuring king size beds and bathtubs-with-a-view or in one of twenty Wayra rooms (meaning "wind"). Visit the spa and receive a treatment to the sounds of hummingbirds. Practice yoga at the outdoor deck. Relax in an open-air hot tub after a day of exploring.

WHY WANDER

Mashpi Lodge is located within the Chocó-Andean forest - one of the most diverse in the neotropics, estimated to contain one-half of the earth’s species of plants and animals. (400 species of birds, monkeys, peccaries, pumas). Choose one of many trail combinations designed by Mashpi. Visit the the Life Center, where you can watch tropical birds feed. See the forest with a bird's eye view from the Viewing Platform. Take a dip in one of the hidden waterfalls. Ride through the trees aboard the Dragonfly, a unique cable system which carries you through the canopy. By visiting Mashpi Lodge, you are contributing to the conservation of the region's ecosystem.

INDULGE IN

Unique dishes, complimented by the region's native ingredients, such as wild garlic and chillangua. Try Ecuadorian Goat Stew or Andean root vegetables.

GETTING THERE

Fly into Quite and arrange the transfer with the hotel.

WILD INITIATIVES

Committed to preserving the rich biodiversity of the region, Mashpi Lodge has implemented a comprehensive sustainability program. The lodge's architecture seamlessly integrates with the surrounding forest, employing eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient design principles. The lodge also actively engages in reforestation initiatives to restore and protect the fragile ecosystems. A rigorous waste management system is in place, emphasizing recycling and composting to minimize environmental impact. The Lodge supports local communities by sourcing fresh produce from nearby farmers, fostering economic resilience and reducing the carbon footprint associated with transportation. Furthermore, it provides immersive educational experiences for guests, raising awareness about the importance of rainforest conservation and sustainable practices.

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