Puembo Birding Garden
Puembo Birding Garden
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Updated 05MAY2026 - Puembo Birding Garden rests in the inter‑Andean valley dry forest zone at approximately 7,500'–8,000' (2,300–2,450 meters) just east of Quito.
Updated 05MAY2026 - Puembo Birding Garden rests in the inter‑Andean valley dry forest zone at approximately 7,500'–8,000' (2,300–2,450 meters) just east of Quito.
Origin & Stewardship
Origin & Stewardship
Owned and operated by Mercedes Rivadeneira, co‑discoverer of the Jocotoco Antpitta, this garden‑lodge blends hospitality with decades of conservation leadership. Mercedes employs local staff, mentors guides, and uses tourism revenue to support community‑based birding and habitat protection.
🔎 eBird INFORMATION:
Hotspot Link: Puembo Birding Garden
Hotspot Species: 150
Hotspot Checklists: 1792
📍ABOUT THE AREA
📍ABOUT THE AREA
Puembo Birding Gardens is a perfect first‑day or last‑day stop near Quito, offering close‑range hummingbird photography, fruit feeders, and relaxed shooting conditions.
This guide distills the photographic strengths of Puembo Birding Gardens into practical, field‑tested advice.
🌿HABITAT & ATMOSPHERE
🌿HABITAT & ATMOSPHERE
Puembo Birding Garden rests in the inter‑Andean valley dry forest zone at approximately 7,500'–8,000' (2,300–2,450 meters) just east of Quito. The habitat is a blend of:
Semi‑arid foothill gardens
Flowering shrubs and feeders
Open light, easy shooting
📸BEST PHOTO LOCATIONS WITHIN THE RESERVE
📸BEST PHOTO LOCATIONS WITHIN THE RESERVE
1. Hummingbird Feeders
Sparkling Violetear, Black‑tailed Trainbearer
70–200mm or 100–400mm
Great for wing‑blur experiments
2. Flower Beds
Natural perches
Clean backgrounds
Excellent morning light
3. Fruit Feeders
Scrub tanagers, grosbeaks, thrushes
🐦⬛KEY SPECIES AND HOW TO PHOTOGRAPH THEM
🐦⬛KEY SPECIES AND HOW TO PHOTOGRAPH THEM
Black‑tailed Trainbearer — use backlight for tail
Sparkling Violetear — fast; use 1/3200 sec
Golden Grosbeak — bright yellow; expose carefully
🌤️ LIGHT & WEATHER CONSIDERATIONS
🌤️ LIGHT & WEATHER CONSIDERATIONS
Bright, open light
Best early and late
Midday workable due to open shade
🧭FIELDCRAFT TIPS FOR SUCCESS
Arrive early — tanagers hit the feeders first
🗺️ GOOGLE MAP OF AREA
🗺️ GOOGLE MAP OF AREA
Nestled in the tranquil town of Puembo just outside Quito, the Puembo Birding Garden Hotel is a sanctuary for nature lovers and birdwatchers alike. The garden itself is a vibrant tapestry of tropical flowers, native shrubs, and fruiting trees, carefully cultivated to attract a dazzling array of bird species. Hummingbird feeders and banana stations are thoughtfully placed throughout the grounds, drawing in colorful visitors like the Western Emerald, Scrub Tanager, and Saffron Finch.
Beyond the garden, the surrounding lands offer a peaceful blend of rural charm and ecological richness. These landscapes are home to over 40 bird species visible right from the property, and the hotel offers guided excursions to nearby reserves where guests may encounter toucans, antpittas, and even the elusive Jocotoco Antpitta. Whether you're sipping coffee on the veranda or setting out on a birding adventure, Puembo Birding Garden provides a harmonious blend of comfort, conservation, and natural wonder.
Puembo Birding Garden Hotel and Tours Website
Contact: Mercedes Rivadeneira +593 99 759 1313 reservas@puembobirdingarden.com
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