Milpe Bird Sanctuary - Mindo Cloudforest Foundation — Local services in San Miguel de los Bancos

I stayed in the student/budget housing for two nights. It was amazing to be able to walk the extensive network of trails first thing in the morning as well as after dark. There is a simple kitchen one can use and taxis to the location from Los Bancos are only $3. I’m so grateful to have found a birder’s paradise that can be visited on a tight budget. Loved falling asleep to the sound of rain on the metal roof and...

My family had a fantastic time birding and staying here. They offer lodging that is very reasonably priced, clean, comfortable, and with beautiful views into the forest. There were a couple other day visitors that stopped by, but we almost felt like we had the reserve to ourselves for the day. Possibly my favorite place that we...

For the self-guided birdwatcher, this is one of the best deals I've found in Ecuador! Low priced rooms including a dormitory, communal kitchen, and plenty of trails for hiking. This reserve is also within walking distance of a bus stop to easy to access without a car. Saw manakins displaying, two snake species, and...