Mashpi Lodge: Ecuador Rainforest Hotel in the Clouds

A must visit hotel in Ecuador, in the Mashpi rainforest. It's a private reserve known for birding and nature walks where tourism helps support conservation of the Choco Andino Bioreserve. More information including prices for accommodation at Mashpi Lodge: https://www.mashpilodge.com/ Much thanks to Metropolitan Touring for inviting us for an incredible 3 nights in Ecuador we'll never forget. // MORE ABOUT ECUADOR// You can find all of my best tips at https://www.baconismagic.ca/Ecuador Need an English speaking guide in Ecuador? I hired my friend Andres to tour the country, he's got an SUV and is a licensed national guide. The best way to reach him is on Whatapp: +593 98 711 9550 and second best by email at andrivet77 AT gmail.com. His family also owns a series of small hotels in Cuenca called La Casa Cuencana and you can book directly with him. SUBSCRIBE to my Ecuador Travel Tips Newsletter: https://bit.ly/EcuadorTips // MORE ABOUT ME!// Hi I'm Ayngelina and my full time job is my site BaconisMagic.ca it's all about the best food around the world and how to make it at home. In 2010 I left a job in advertising, 5 year relationship and sold all my possessions to travel the world. In the last ten years I've had some crazy experiences and even owned a restaurant in Toronto at one time. And prior to 2020 I had been based in Cuba. When the world shut down I returned to Canada and decided to teach myself video. I wanted to share more than just words and photos but to show people the adventures I have learning about food around the world. I'm not married. I have no kids. But I do have a lot of local friends who help me discover the best local tips. // MY EQUIPMENT // Camera: https://amzn.to/3m6I4E5 Wide Angle Lens Hack: https://amzn.to/3on9KHp Drone: https://amzn.to/2Y2tg1n Mic: https://amzn.to/3F4PfFx Handheld Tripod: https://amzn.to/2XWqPgc // GET THE BEST FOOD + TRAVEL TIPS // SUBSCRIBE: http://bit.ly/FoodTravelNews Like the music? Here's what I use: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referra... My travel insurance: https://bit.ly/nomadcoverage Follow my other social channels here: Instagram:   / ayngelina​​​​​   Facebook:   / baconismagic   Blog: https://www.baconismagic.ca 00:00 Driving to Mashpi 00:46 Vegan Ceviche 04:57 Room Tour 06:22 Hiking at Mashpi 10:27 Mashpi Waterfall Hike 15:06 Wild Orchid Garden 17:39 Mashpi Lodge Birdwatching 19:19 Ecuadorian Food at Mashpi Lodge #Mashpi #Ecuador #birding SUBSCRIBERS: 6202