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The following are "Individual Traveller" guaranteed monthly departures covering most regions of mainland Ecuador. You can join any part of this program, or combine two or three modules. Travellers from all over the world meet on these tours. This experience can be very enriching. The guide is English and Spanish speaking (depending on group constellation we will provide as well French or German speaking guides). The prices are very competitive.
Otavalo Countryside Tour with Thermal Spring of Papallacta (Thursday departure)
Chimborazo Trekking (Sundays departure). Those continuing to Cuenca or Carihuairaxo & Cotopaxi Climb, stay in Banos.
Banos to Cuenca with Train Ride via Famous Devil’s Nose (Fridays departure)
Carihuairazi & Cotopaxi Climb (Friday departure)
Day 1:
Leave Quito towards the North, to visit the Equator line and etnographical museum. The, we cross the Eastern Cordillera and get to Papallacta (2 hours drive) known for its hot springs with its curative sulphate alkaline thermal waters. An ideal place to spend the day bathing, relaxing, hiking or horseback riding. Accommodation at Hosteria Termas de Papallacta.
Day 2:
After breakfast at Papallacta we will drive to the Northern province of Imbabura (2.5 hrs.) and hike around Cuicocha lake (2-4 hrs.), a beautiful crater lake in the Ecuadorian highlands. Overnight at Hosteria Las Palmeras.
Day 3:
Visit the colourful Otavalo market and Otavalo’s interesting surroundings. Later we continue on to Cotacachi, known for its leather works. We will be back in Quito in the late afternoon.
Departure dates
Jan 08-10, Mar 18-20, Jun 17-19, Jul 22-24, Aug 12-14, Aug 26-28, Dec 23-25
| Fixed departure (minimum 4 participants) | |||||||||
| per person | |||||||||
| USD | $ 350 | ||||||||
| EUR | € 291 | ||||||||
| GBP | £ 196 | ||||||||
Included: 3 days, all accommodations - no meals, no entrance fees
This trek will bring us near to the famous Chimborazo, highest peak in Ecuador (6.310m / 20,703ft) and Carihuairazo (5.020m / 16,471ft), its sister volcano. Both snowcapped volcanoes are very well known among mountain climbers, but hiking around in this area for a few days will be more than an unforgettable experience as well. Our trek will pass between the two mountains beside the typical "paramo" vegetation, allowing for great views of these and other volcanic peaks, like Tungurahua to the East and El Altar to the Southeast.
Day 1:
Our trip starts in Quito where a chartered bus will take us 150 kilometers South on the Panamerican Highway, also known as the Avenue of the Volcanoes, to near Mochapata where we will put up our first camp. On our way down, we will have the opportunity to visit a typical Indian market. Once camp is set up, you’ll have a chance to meet our local staff and hear about their lifestyles. These people will assist us with the use of their mules and horses to carry our gear.
Day 2:
After a hearty breakfast, our gear will be packed onto the animals and we’ll leave for the refuge of Mount Carihuairazo. Our Mocha Camp will be set up while you enjoy the fantastic views after climbing Cerro Piedra Negra.
Day 3:
Today we continue westward crossing Quebrada (ravine) Aucacan. By midday we’ll set up camp where you will have time to relax and enjoy this beautiful area. There are interesting side-trips to be made for those who are still ready for some further investigation of the zone.
Day 4:
Today we will hike to the area around Nido de los Condores (Condor’s nest) on the old route to Mount Chimborazo. Hopefully we will see some of these tremendous, ecologically important birds (Vultur gryphus). By midday we will reach El Arenal. Here we will meet our transport again and drive to Chimborazo refuge. Hiking in this area and later on drive to Baños (1800m), known as the gateway to the jungle. Hotel accommodation in Baños.
Day 5:
Visiting Baños and its surroundings (subtropical, lush vegetation, waterfalls). We will be back in Quito in the late afternoon - or, for those taking the 3rd segment to Cuenca, stay another night in Baños.
Departure dates
Jan 11-15, Mar 21-25, Jun 20-24, Jul 25-29, Aug 15-19, Aug 29-02Sep, Dec 26-30
| Fixed departure (minimum 4 participants) | |||||||||
| per person | |||||||||
| USD | $ 586 | ||||||||
| EUR | € 486 | ||||||||
| GBP | £ 328 | ||||||||
Included: 5 days, all meals & accommodation. in two person tents at campsites, no national park fees or entrance fees.
Day 1:
We will start our journey to Riobamba by midday visiting the population of Guano on the way. Exploring Riobamba and its colonial city. Overnight at Monte Carlo or Chimborazo Hotel. (Participants taking only the 3 rd segment will be transported from Quito in the morning of Day 1 in order to meet the rest of the group in Baños)
Day 2:
At 6 a.m. we board our train in Riobamba. We travel through spectacular Andean countryside while viewing indigenous people at work in their fields. Arriving in Huigra around noon we board our bus and continue on to the Incan ruins of Ingapirca (3 hours). and interesting museum. Continue the journey to Cuenca. Overnight at Hotel Conquistador or similar. Please note: We cannot hold responsibility for the train operation. In case the train is not operative on the day required the tour will be completed overland.
Day 3:
City Tour of Cuenca and surroundings. Overnight at Hotel Conquistador or similar.
Day 4:
After breakfast we will have some time to go strolling around in the city before we are travelling back to Quito by plane. Rest of the day - free in Quito. Overnight at "The Orange GuestHouse" . (air fare Cuenca Quito is not included)
Departure dates
Jan 16-19, Mar 26-29, Jun 25-28, Jul 30-02Aug, Aug 20-23, Sep 03-06, Dec 31-03Jan
| Fixed departure (minimum 4 participants) | |||||||||
| per person | |||||||||
| USD | $ 576 | ||||||||
| EUR | € 478 | ||||||||
| GBP | £ 322 | ||||||||
| Domestic Flights: USD 59 / GBP 33 / EUR 49 | |||||||||
Incuded: 4 days, all accommodation, no meals, nor airfare Cuenca-Quito, no trainticket Riobamba-Huigra (USD 15), no entrance fees
Day 1:
A private transport takes participants early in the morning to the climbing area. After choosing the necessary equipment, climbers start ascending Mt Carihuairazo (5020m). Late afternoon, we drive to Hosteria La Cienegas for a well earned rest.
Day 2:
After breakfast, we drive to Cotopaxi National Park (about 1.5 hours drive). Hike to refuge at 4.800 m. In the afternoon, glacier school with some practical exercises.
Day 3:
Climb to the summit usually starts at 1.00 am. Participants reach summit around 6 - 7 am. Around midday, climbers will be back at the refuge. Lunch. Drive back to Quito to arrive late afternoon.
Departure dates
Jan 16-18, Mar 26-28, Jun 25-27, Jul 30-01Aug, Aug 20-22, Sep 03-05, Dec 31-02Jan
| Fixed departure (minimum 4 participants) | |||||||||
| per person | |||||||||
| USD | $ 499 | ||||||||
| EUR | € 414 | ||||||||
| GBP | £ 279 | ||||||||
Incuded: 3 days, all accommodation, all meals, no entrance fees
Note: For clients taking the whole package (SEG-TOT), the following services can be included: 2 transfers; airport/hotel/airport , 2 nights hotel accommodation at the Orange Guest House, City tour of Quito with a visit to some museum and lunch (price per person in double room USD 164)
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