6-Day Hiking in the Ecuadorian Andes
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Day 1: TREKKING IN ISINLIVI
Stop At: ISINLIVÍ, Provincia de, Ecuador
You will start your tour with a 3 hours car ride from Quito through the Volcano Avenue; including the Pasochoa, Rumiñahui, Illinizas where you can perfectly enjoy the beautiful landscape of the Andes. After arriving in Isinlivi, you will have lunch and go for your first trekking exploration.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Hostal Llullu Llama or similar
Day 2: TREKKING THROUGH THE TOACHI CANYON & CHUGCHILAN
Stop At: Canon del Rio Toachi, Kilometros Del Canton Sigchos 10, Pujili 050450 Ecuador
Today, the magic Andean mountain atmosphere will inspire you on a trek along the Toachi canyon. You will hike down to the canyon of the Toachi River and then back up to the main road that will take you to Chugchilan, a small town located in the middle of the Quilotoa loop. In the afternoon, you can explore the village by yourself and enjoy the rest of the day.
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Hostal Mama Hilda or similar
Day 3: CHUGCHILAN TO QUILOTOA
Stop At: Laguna Quilotoa, Laguna de Quilotoa, 070701 Ecuador
After breakfast, you will begin your hiking adventure of 11 km (6,9 miles) on small trails blazed by the mountain people and still used by locals to transport products and to travel across canyons to reach neighboring communities. You will hike down across impressive canyons to later climb back up to the top of the crater rim, where you will be rewarded with beautiful views of the Quilotoa Lake.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Chukirahua Hostel or similar
Day 4: TREKKING TO THE QUILOTOA’S LAGOON
Stop At: Laguna Quilotoa, Laguna de Quilotoa, 070701 Ecuador
After having a large breakfast, you will take a hike down to the base of the Quilotoa crater. Following this path, you will enjoy an awesome view of the lake and be able to take pictures of the turquoise water-filled caldera. In the afternoon, you’ll have a transfer to Riobamba city, located in the central part of the Ecuadorian highlands.
Duration: 4 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Hacienda Andaluza or similar
Day 5: CHIMBORAZO VOLCANO & BAÑOS HOT SPRINGS
Stop At: Mount Chimborazo, Ecuador
Early in the morning, you will drive through valleys and farming villages towards the Chimborazo Volcano, the highest in Ecuador, with an elevation of 6310 meters above the sea level, whose summit is the world farthest point from the center of the earth. On the hike to the glacier, you can also spot several animals face-to-face, such as the Andean condor, hummingbirds, and the timid wild Vicuñas. In the evening, you will soak in the famous hot springs of Baños and experience the thriving nightlife of this town. Trekking time: 2.5 hours.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Casa de Luis Hotel or similar
Day 6: HIKE TO THROUGH THE “WATERFALLS ROAD”
Stop At: Pailon Del Diablo, Ecuador
Baños is very well known for its spectacular location right on the foothills of the Tungurahua active volcano. This morning you will hit the road of the waterfalls. The first stop will be at the Bride’s Veil waterfall, where you will take the “Tarabita” (cable car) to get across the Pastaza River. Then you will hike down for one hour to the Pailon del Diablo waterfall, the second highest in Ecuador. In the afternoon drive back to Quito.
Trekking time: 2 hours.
Duration: 4 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
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Day 1: TREKKING IN ISINLIVI
Stop At: ISINLIVÍ, Provincia de, Ecuador
You will start your tour with a 3 hours car ride from Quito through the Volcano Avenue; including the Pasochoa, Rumiñahui, Illinizas where you can perfectly enjoy the beautiful landscape of the Andes. After arriving in Isinlivi, you will have lunch and go for your first trekking exploration.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Hostal Llullu Llama or similar
Day 2: TREKKING THROUGH THE TOACHI CANYON & CHUGCHILAN
Stop At: Canon del Rio Toachi, Kilometros Del Canton Sigchos 10, Pujili 050450 Ecuador
Today, the magic Andean mountain atmosphere will inspire you on a trek along the Toachi canyon. You will hike down to the canyon of the Toachi River and then back up to the main road that will take you to Chugchilan, a small town located in the middle of the Quilotoa loop. In the afternoon, you can explore the village by yourself and enjoy the rest of the day.
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Hostal Mama Hilda or similar
Day 3: CHUGCHILAN TO QUILOTOA
Stop At: Laguna Quilotoa, Laguna de Quilotoa, 070701 Ecuador
After breakfast, you will begin your hiking adventure of 11 km (6,9 miles) on small trails blazed by the mountain people and still used by locals to transport products and to travel across canyons to reach neighboring communities. You will hike down across impressive canyons to later climb back up to the top of the crater rim, where you will be rewarded with beautiful views of the Quilotoa Lake.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Chukirahua Hostel or similar
Day 4: TREKKING TO THE QUILOTOA’S LAGOON
Stop At: Laguna Quilotoa, Laguna de Quilotoa, 070701 Ecuador
After having a large breakfast, you will take a hike down to the base of the Quilotoa crater. Following this path, you will enjoy an awesome view of the lake and be able to take pictures of the turquoise water-filled caldera. In the afternoon, you’ll have a transfer to Riobamba city, located in the central part of the Ecuadorian highlands.
Duration: 4 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Hacienda Andaluza or similar
Day 5: CHIMBORAZO VOLCANO & BAÑOS HOT SPRINGS
Stop At: Mount Chimborazo, Ecuador
Early in the morning, you will drive through valleys and farming villages towards the Chimborazo Volcano, the highest in Ecuador, with an elevation of 6310 meters above the sea level, whose summit is the world farthest point from the center of the earth. On the hike to the glacier, you can also spot several animals face-to-face, such as the Andean condor, hummingbirds, and the timid wild Vicuñas. In the evening, you will soak in the famous hot springs of Baños and experience the thriving nightlife of this town. Trekking time: 2.5 hours.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Casa de Luis Hotel or similar
Day 6: HIKE TO THROUGH THE “WATERFALLS ROAD”
Stop At: Pailon Del Diablo, Ecuador
Baños is very well known for its spectacular location right on the foothills of the Tungurahua active volcano. This morning you will hit the road of the waterfalls. The first stop will be at the Bride’s Veil waterfall, where you will take the “Tarabita” (cable car) to get across the Pastaza River. Then you will hike down for one hour to the Pailon del Diablo waterfall, the second highest in Ecuador. In the afternoon drive back to Quito.
Trekking time: 2 hours.
Duration: 4 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
Included
- 5x Breakfast
- 3x Dinner
- 4x Lunch
- Accommodation included: 5 nights
- Accommodation based on double occupancy
- Private transportation as described
- Certified English-Speaking adventure trip leader and local guides.
- Activities as described in the itinerary.
- Equipment and Gear, hiking sticks.
- 24/7 assistance in Dutch, English, and Spanish.
- Entry/Admission - Laguna Quilotoa
- Entry/Admission - Mount Chimborazo
Not included
- Mules at Quilotoa on the way back to the top of the crater: $ 8 (Optional)
- Food & drinks that are not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Personal travel & health insurance.
- Optional tips for the guide.
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Inform yourself about food safety when traveling to tropical countries. Take the necessary precaution to avoid food poisoning (always wash your hands before eating, don’t eat ‘street food’, only eat peeled fruits, etc.).
- The operator cannot take any responsibility for any illnesses or missed meals & tours due to an illness.
- It is mandatory to have valid travel and medical insurance. Please inform us of any known medical conditions you have.
- The operator reserves the right to change the itinerary without previous notice due to weather conditions, availabilities, National Park regulations or notifications and unforeseeable circumstances.
- Important things to bring: Warm, windproof and waterproof clothing, appropriate shoes or boots, water, sunblock, sunglasses, pocket money, and passport.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- In order to process your reservation please help us with all this information:
- Arrival and departure information of international flights
- Room type (twin, matrimonial) or triple (in case of a group with 3 or more guests)
- Whatsapp phone number (in case you use Whatsapp and would like us to contact you that during your stay via Whatsapp)
- For all guests:
- Passport numbers
- Date of birth
- Nationality
- Food restrictions
- Medical restrictions
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Features
Tourism
50%
Sport
35%
Aquatic
30%
Cultural
25%
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