Mashpi Lodge is one of the great luxury eco-lodges in the world. Located in the heart of Ecuador’s cloud forest, Mashpi Lodge is just a 3 1/2 hour drive from Quito but feels world’s away. It offers an extraordinary experience that blends luxurious accommodation with unparalleled access to one of the planet’s most biodiverse ecosystems. We spent three days at Mashpi Lodge, taking advantage of our all-inclusive expedition that makes this luxury lodge unique. Surrounded by the rainforest, you can expect daily excursions, fine dining, and pampering during your stay.
Mashpi Lodge – Galapagos Extension
Our Mashpi Lodge stay was an added extension of our Galapagos Cruise with HX Hurtigruten Expeditions. HX Hurtigruten Expeditions has partnered with local tour company Metropolitan Touring to create memorable post- and pre-excursions that provide guests with luxury stays.
We added Masphi Lodge to our Galapagos adventure to create the ultimate adventure in Ecuador. Combine that with a few days in Quito, and we felt that we had experienced the best of what the country has to offer. We can truly say that staying at Mashpi Lodge is absolutely worth the three-hour drive on bumpy roads. This remote location in the heart of Ecuador’s Andean foothills is the perfect alternative to the Amazon Rainforest.
About Mashpi Lodge and Reserve
Nestled amidst the lush cloud forests of the Ecuadorian Andes, this modern sanctuary, with its tropical wood, floor to ceiling windows and recycled steel facade, was the brainchild of a group of Ecuadorian businessmen seeking to preserve the cloud forest. Their sustainable design offers visitors a unique vantage point to soak in the rich biodiversity that surrounds it while putting money back into the preservation of the jungle. The lodge started out on a small parcel of land and has grown to span 7000 acres of forest.
The lodge’s ground level is a hub of knowledge and relaxation. There is a presentation room, a cozy reading area stocked with an extensive collection of books about Ecuador, and quiet nooks where visitors can relax and take in the view of the jungle. Free Wi-Fi is also available throughout the lodge.
Everything Under One Roof
The entire complex is climate-controlled, with floor-to-ceiling windows, making for a comfortable environment with extraordinary views once you return from the jungle. Unlike other eco-lodges, we have stayed at where we have to walk outside to get to dinner or the main hotel, the…
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