Active Andes: 5 Days Hiking and Biking the Ecuadorian Andes
Bike and hike across impressive landscapes and discover hidden Andeancultures. Trek through lakes and glaciers and at the end of the dayenjoy a hot cup of chocolate in a cozy lodge perched in the Ecuadorian Andesmountains.
Type: ACTIVE
Name: Active Andes
Includes:
Welcome brunch, four nights of accommodation with meals, bilingual Ecuador expert, private transportation, adventure gear, specialized adventure guides.
Cultural Activities:
Visit Quito, a UNESCO World Heritage site and natives Andes communities.
Adventure Activities:
Mountain biking, hiking and paddling Quilotoa lake, ice climbing training Cotopaxi (5,895 m / 19,340 ft)
Intensity level:
Moderate. This tour takes place in areas over 3,500 (11,000 ft) meters over sea level. We recommend contacting a Barefoot consultant to get more details.
Upgrades:
Spa treatments: $30 each
Single occupancy room: $250
Cost:
$1,250
Itinerary
Arrival day. Private Shuttle to the Hotel.
day 1: Shuttle up the Pichincha mountain in a Teleferico. Hike and climb the Rucu Pichincha (5,100 m / 16,732 ft)
day 2: Travel to mountain lodge in the Andes.
day 3: Travel to Quilotoa and visit indigenas community where you can Hike and paddle, to and in the lake.
day 4: Visit the Cotopaxi National Park. Ice Climbing training.
day 5: Visit Quito, a UNESCO world Heritage site and the middle of the world.
Departure day. Private Shuttle to the Airport.
Departure dates:
Any day of the week