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Cabanas San Isidro

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Cabañas San Isidro is a small family-friendly lodge enveloped in cloud forest in the Andes of Ecuador, with opportunities for wild-life spotting. 

Cabañas San Isidro is nestled in the valley of river Quijos, one of the westernmost headwaters of the Amazon, just two hours’ drive from Quito’s airport. The lodge sits at an elevation of 2,050m above sea level in a hilly zone still mostly blanketed in humid cloud forest.

The property was founded as a cattle farm around 50 years ago, when uncharted lands were being converted into farms. The original owner family still manage the property which is now a lodge dedicated to conservation and preservation of the montane forest environment which welcomes visitors. 

Wildlife is prolific in the vicinity: you may spot mammals such as tapirs, monkeys, ant-eaters and even spectacled bears, but bird watching is the main attraction here, with 20 walking trails created by the local community. There are also plenty of other facilities and activities at the lodge including a new outdoor pool, board games, cooking lessons and painting for children.  Adults may delight in the orchid garden and appreciate the innovative ‘low food’ cuisine served in the restaurant. There's even a gourmet tasting menu. 

Basic guest rooms, with private facilities and hot water, are located in simple wooden cabins sprinkled throughout the garden, most of which have private porches and large windows overlooking the tightly forested, crinkly hills beyond.

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What our clients say

  • We had a wonderful holiday to Quito and Galapagos with Journey Latin America. We just wish it had been longer!

    HS, W4
  • Most Memorable Moment?: Very hard to say! Loved Hacienda Venecia, and Napo, and Bellavista, and the Avenue of the Volcanoes. 

    DL, London
  • Ecuador is perhaps a most underrated country for a great visitor experience. The people are great and helpful and, for anyone with an interest in the natural world, there is…

    IB
  • Ecuador was a fantastic adventure: welcoming friendly people, beautiful landscapes and amazing wildlife. To fit in two cities, the Andes, the Amazon, the cloud forest and the Galapagos islands into…

    GE, Glasgow
  • Ecuador is a wonderful country with much to see and do so often overlooked by those seeking to visit South America and that I now know is a big mistake. 

    DW, Lingfield
  • Most Memorable Moment?: Drving up Mt. Cotopaxi and watching a Gaucho chase a cow riding a horse at the gallop whilst trying to lassoe it on a cobbled road,...some rider! …

    NBH, Watchet
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Our Expert's Opinion

What a delight to wake up in the morning and sit out on the porch, listening out for and spotting all the wildlife and birds in the gardens. I liked that the cabins are spread out throughout the grounds, allowing for privacy and the chance to really relax and enjoy the natural setting.

Kathryn
Kathryn Rhodes Travel Expert Kathryn backpacked across Argentina, Chile, Bolivia and Peru before joining us. She has a degree in Philosophy and French and is a keen netball player.

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    Kathryn backpacked across Argentina, Chile, Bolivia and Peru before joining us. She has a degree in Philosophy and French and is a keen netball player.

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