 4 days of hiking and biking the Ecuadorian Andes: Otavalo - Cayambe - Cotopaxi - Quilotoa
- Visit the indian market in Otavalo at Plaza de Ponchos
- Homestay with an indigenous family
- Hike to the glaciers of Cayambe volcano
- Bike and hike at Cotopaxi volcano
- Trek at Quilotoa crater lake
From: $ 450 USD (4 pax)
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Itinerary:
Day 1: Depart from Quito, visit Otavalo indigenous market. Hike around Cuicocha lake (3068 m), an andean volcanic lake. Homestay with an indigenous family close in Cotacachi for the night.
Day 2: Drive to Cayambe volcano refuge (4600 m), short hike towards the glacier, night at a traditional hacienda.
Day 3: Drive to Cotopaxi National Park, hike to the refuge (4800 m), downhill descent by mountain bike, night at a traditional hacienda.
Day 4: Visit a local indigenous market (Saquisilí on Thursdays / Pujilí on Sundays) in the morning. Drive to Quilotoa lagoon (3800 m), steep hike down to the lagoon, optional kayaking, hike or optional mule ride back to the viewpoint at the top. Drive back to Quito.
Prices per person:
$450 USD (4 pax +)
$550 USD (3 pax)
$700 USD (2 pax)
Includes:
1 night homestay with an indigenous family in Cotacachi, two nights in a traditional hacienda (double room), meals and box lunch during the activities, english speaking trip leaders, private transportation, all adventure gear, mountain biking, hiking.
Does not include:
Optional kayaking (US$ 2) and mule riding (US$ 8) in Quilotoa, entrance to Cotopaxi National Park ($2 USD), entrance to Quilotoa ($2USD), extra drinks, tips.
Upgrades:
Single occupancy room: $25 per day |
