The petroglyphs at the Chiripe river are a group of rock art carvings that were created by the Yumbo people, an indigenous group that inhabited the region in the pre-Columbian era. The petroglyphs date back to between 1000 and 1500 AD.

Pacto in a little town at 1 hour 40 min from Quito, this quiet and safety town, surrounded  by the cloud forest that have a lot of surprises; more than 550  bird species, mammals, reptiles and insects. And some recreational activities, as bicycle rides, hiking, Fauna Photo Courses, Coffee tasting, and ancestral meditation and medicine

An Area full of wild life, almost 550 bird species, 230 mammals, 186 amphibious, 119 reptiles, among an unlimited number of insects. 1960 plant species. This is a staggering amount of biodiversity, and it is clear that the cloud forest is an area teeming with life. The fact that there are so many different species of plants and animals living in such a relatively small area is a testament to the incredible richness and complexity of this ecosystem.

Cloud forests are home to a wide variety of birds and other wildlife, making them ideal for bird watching and fauna photography. You can take a guided tour of a cloud forest to learn about the local flora and fauna and get the best tips for taking great photos.

A variety of terrain for bicycle riding and hiking, making them ideal for a recreational excursion. You can take a guided tour of a natural reserve to learn about the local flora and fauna and get the best tips for safe and enjoyable cycling and hiking.

Many cultures have ancestral rituals that are still practiced today. You can take a tour to learn about the ancestral rituals of a particular culture and participate in a traditional ritual yourself.