Parque Cóndor Otavalo - Birdwatching Otavalo - Ecuador

Parque Cóndor is a non-profit wildlife refuge for owls and raptors, including the endangered Andean Condor. It seeks to rescue, protect and rehabilitate these birds and, if possible, release them back into the wild. Those that cannot be released become the stars of an educational bird show held twice a day (at 11:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., though times may change depending on the weather). The show gives visitors the opportunity to observe these beautiful creatures in flight, and allows the park to inform visitors about the importance of environmental conservation.

From Parque Cóndor you get stunning views of the Imbabura and Cotacachi volcanoes, San Pablo Lake and the towns of Otavalo and Cotacachi. The park also has a small restaurant and a playground. You can get there by taxi (about $3-4 from Otavalo) or take the exit to San Pablo Lake off the Panamericana Highway. If you’re up for a little physical exertion, you can hike from Otavalo up to the park (around an hour); just ask the locals the best way to go. It can get cold in the park, so dress appropriately. Sunscreen and bug spray are also a good idea. Note that it is forbidden to bring pets or food into the park.

Location:

Comunidad de Pucará Alto, Parroquia Eugenio Espejo

Birdwatching

Travel Tips:

Bring sunscreen and a jacket.

Price Description:

Adults $3.75, Ecuadorians $3, children (11 years and under) $2

Relative price: Budget

Open Hours from:9.30 a.m.

Open Hours to:5 p.m.

Days Closed:Monday

Travel Skills: None

You Need to Bring:

Can be cold

Contact Information:
Phone: 0984-311-769
URL: www.parquecondor.org

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Updated: 30 Oct 2012