Private tour in Quito Vivian V

Antisana Ecological Reserve Tour - Full day

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Vivian V.

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For 34 years I have guided, toured and helped people plan everything there is to do in Ecuador from a one day tour to a week or more. I guide not just the Quito area but the entire Andes chain including Otavalo, Mindo, Papallacta, Banos, Cotopaxi, Quilotoa, Ingapirca, Cuenca, Guayaquil and everything in between as well as the Galapagos and Amazon jungle. I guide only my native Ecuador but have been named the current #1 guide in all of South America and the Caribbean. The City of Quito hired me to tour Miami based, world syndicated radio and newspaper travel writer, former Colombia diplomat, expert on South America, Enrique Cordoba Rocha, who wrote I am the best Quito guide and sends referrals from his listeners and readers. I have never missed a tour, never even been late for one. I am 56 years old and was the 4th nationally licensed guide in the history of Ecuador and have toured over 9,000 travelers even for the Ecuador government (the Minister of Nepal, 17 person entourage and police escort - PHEW!) and top travel agencies in Ecuador and abroad. I am the "go to" guide the City of Quito asks to tour VIPs such as a PGA (U. S. golf) pro during the Quito tournament, the second highest ranking Russian official and entourage with body guards (Phew! again), a U. S. State Department official, an Arabian sheik and entourage, "Travel and Leisure" magazine personnel, foreign diplomats, the past U. S. ambassador. I was U. S. sales director for Klein Tours and traveled the world promoting Ecuador for it and Metropolitan Touring, the two largest Ecuador travel agencies and largest Galapagos yacht owners. I also designed tours for each. I have a U. S. (Miami) phone on my Quito desk to assist clients with trip planning. I can help you plan the perfect partial or total Ecuador vacation short or long. I am an Ecuador and a U. S. citizen. The tour guide you choose will be the difference in your day or trip. I have the guide maturity and vast contacts to make my clients secure. I speak, read and write perfect English (and French) because I lived and worked for Marriott in the U. S. , lived a year in France and traveled the world promoting Ecuador. With me there will be no canned or stilted speeches, talks. I am known for my flexibility while touring and can change itineraries even "on the fly" the day of a tour due to weather and other factors, even your whims. I have degrees in tourism and hotel management, and my avocation is Ecuador history. My English, knowledge, happy disposition, energy, experience and reliability make me the perfect guide for Quito or the entire country including the Galapagos and Amazon jungle. I love my work and have more than 4,500 recommendation letters on file without a single bad review, all five stars. I am one of four, elected, unpaid officers who run our National Tour Guide Association. Ecuador National Tour Guide 004 Tour prices quoted here are for up to 3 in my nice, newer SUV. I am a commercially licensed driver without ever an accident. I tour groups up to 50. For 4 or more simply ask me for a quote. I, personally, do not charge more for the guiding, but must, under strict Ecuador transportation law to protect your group, hire a special driver with specially inspected, commercially licensed vehicle, and this adds to the cost. Not all museums in Quito are closed on Mondays, most are now open. If this is your only available day please send me your inquiry, and I will create a customized itinerary.

Have a question or want to customize this tour? Message Vivian V.

Overview of your Quito tour

Antisana is the fourth highest snowcapped volcano in Ecuador. Because of its location and singular history, this area has been preserved almost untouched, without many visitors, for several centuries. For this reason it is possible to observe condors, eagles and other wild birds easier than in any other protected reserve or national park. I will loan you high quality Nikon binoculars. With just a little bit of luck we will be able to also see birds like curiquingues, Andean gulls, paramo pipit, and black faced ibis. Also, we probably will see mammals such as the white tail deer, rabbits, Andean mice and, with much more luck, the Andean wolf or the spectacle bear. This 230, 000 acres reserve contains 40% of Quito's water. It is a wonderful ecosystem with unique flora. We will hike a couple of hours, less if you want, and later I will take you to lunch in one of the local, trout speciality restaurants. Price quoted is for up to 3 people. This tour can be for up to 10 people - see below.

Recent Reviews

Nate W.United States
October 2025

Fantastic time and very accommodating.

Dawn W.
July 2025

We went there to see the condors but with the weather being bad we were not sure if we would see them. Within minutes of showing up several started flying around. We then went to a beautiful lake in the valley. Had the weather been better we would have done some more hiking probably. Her knowledge of the birds and wildlife was incredible. For lunch she took us to a local restaurant famous for the pork. It was delicious . We are glad we got to experience some of the local food.

Dorothy S.
February 2025

We went in search of the condors and what a time we had! Amazing scenery and great views of the volcano too.....playing hide and seek with us behind clouds but how lovely when it came into full view. Caught a glimpse of the spectacle bear at the first place we tried to find condors...what a treat. Amazing birdlife all around us. But the best part was driving along the road when 3 condors gave us a flyover...just amazing!

Anida W.United States
December 2023

Vivian is a wonderful guide. Very knowledgeable and fun to be with. We had a great time and got to see lots of wildlife.

Kerrie J.Australia
October 2022

Vivian was our guide for our tour to Antisana and we couldn't have been happier, there were 4 of us and thoroughly enjoyed the trip. We saw the most magical scenery, snow covered volcanoes and plenty of wildlife. Vivian even managed to find us many condors to see in the wild.

Your Quito tour itinerary

Your hotel pick up Drive out to Antisana Learn about the Paramo, unique ecosystem of the equatorial Andes High possibility of watching condors and other wildlife. I will loan you several pair of high quality Nikon binoculars. Hike to over 13, 500 feet Lunch at a fresh, stream trout, specialty restaurant with other menu options Admire the beauty of the Antisana volcano on a clear day Return to and drop off at your hotel

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv

Up to 3 people in my nice SUV with me driving. 4 to 10 people with a safe, commercially licensed driver and large, comfortable, spacious, SUV, touring van or small bus depending on number of people. Please ask for a quote. More than 10? Ask me for a quote.

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. $20 road entrance fee
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador

Airport, hotel, or any other location specified by tour guide or client.

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Bird Watching
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Day Trip
Hiking
Tour reference number
280965
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

5.0

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Who is this private tour in Quito best suited for?

This private tour in Quito is perfect for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers who want to explore the pristine Antisana Ecological Reserve. It's also ideal for those interested in bird watching, as the area offers a high chance of observing condors, eagles, and other wild birds. Families with kids will find it suitable due to its kid-friendly nature, and it's a great choice for travellers looking to connect with a local guide like Vivian V. for deeper insights into the unique ecosystem of the equatorial Andes.

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