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6-Day Hiking Ecuadorian Andes
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Digital Voucher
6 days (Approx.)
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This tour takes you on a true hiking adventure on Andean Soil. An expedition that takes place in a location like no other, trekking off the beaten path along narrow trails surrounded by beautiful farms, crater lakes and snowcapped volcanoes. Witness the local way of life while immersing yourself into the region and the sights. Learn from your guides about the geography, history, ecology and culture. Let us take you on a one of a kind adventure through a land close to heaven. Enjoy our 6 Day Hiking Andes tour!
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Things To Know
- Top Experienced Certified English-Speaking Guide.
- Trekking gear: Black diamond hiking poles.
- Accommodation x 5 nights (based on number of travelers).
- All fees to reserves and museums.
- Transportation from and to Quito’s meeting point at Dann Carlton Hotel.
- 24/7 assistance in Dutch, English, and Spanish.
- Water and snacks at all times.
- International or domestic flights.
- Airport transfers.
- Travel insurance (mandatory).
- Optional tips for guides and drivers.
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Optional Briefing: The day before your tour, one of the trip leaders will meet you at the meeting point hotel lobby (to be advised in your voucher of services) for a welcome briefing at around 6:00 PM. At this time, details and questions you may have regarding the adventure will be discussed.
- Even though we have a detailed itinerary, changes can be made by your guides, due to weather or safety reasons. Please also note that none of the wildlife sightings mentioned on the itinerary are guaranteed.
- Driving time can take more than expected in Ecuador, as it is a small country with roads meandering through the Andes Mountains. We assure your comfort during transit no matter the size of the group.
- Level of Activity: This trip is considered as 3 out of 5. Experience is not a prerequisite but please keep in mind that trekking lasts four to six hours a day covering between seven to nine miles every segment. The average daily elevation change will be 1500 feet. There will always be transport support in the case that someone wants to take a break or just wants to avoid the uphill. Our drivers will be happy to show you the landscapes from the car.
- Guides: All our guides have a professional background from the Tourism University; this means they have a degree in guiding, so their knowledge and skills when leading a group are top-notch.
- 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.).
- It is important 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.
- Accommodation is based on number of travelers, if you are traveling with a group, you will be sharing rooms (single rooms require an extra fee).
What's included in the package
Itinerary
Day 1
SIGCHOS HIKE
Food Menu
Lunch
Dinner
Sigchos
Hostal Llullu Llama or similar
This is your accommodation for the night before continuing tomorrow
Day 2
TREK ISINLIVI – CHUGCHILAN
Food Menu
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Chugchilan
Hostal Mama Hilda or similar
This is your accommodation for the night before continuing tomorrow
Day 3
TREK CHUGCHILAN – QUILOTOA – CHIMBORAZO
Food Menu
Breakfast
Lunch
Laguna Quilotoa
Andaluza Hacienda or similar
This is your accommodation for the night before continuing tomorrow
Day 4
TREK CHIMBORAZO
Food Menu
Breakfast
Lunch
Mount Chimborazo
Banos
Alisamay Hotel or similar
This is your accommodation for the night before continuing tomorrow
Day 5
BAÑOS AND THE ROUTE OF THE WATERFALLS
Food Menu
Breakfast
CASCADA EL PAILON del Diablo
La Casa del Arbol
Alisamay Hotel or similar
This is your accommodation for the night before continuing tomorrow
Day 6
TREK COTOPAXI
Food Menu
Breakfast
Cotopaxi National Park
Where to meet and pickup
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Meeting point at Dann Carlton Quito Hotel located at República de El Salvador and Irlanda streets.
Ticket Redemption
Direct access, no redemption is required
Reviews By Other Travelers
5Based on 6 reviews
What do other 6 guests say about 6-Day Hiking Ecuadorian Andes
L
lmarks617
5
Nov 2023
Our guide, Alirio, was incredible. The tour ended up just being me and my husband and we had such a great experience. It was a new way to travel for us, but wow was it adventurous and beautiful! It was nice not to have to plan anything and just to get up and get outside hiking every day.
IM
Ivy M
5
Feb 2022
Fantastic tour of the best hikes in the area, my favorite being the long day hike up to Quilotoa crater. My husband and I are both in our 60s, and while we are fit, we had never hiked at high altitudes. We spent a few days in and around Quito to acclimate before the hike started. But I credit ou...
T
tdhseattle
5
Nov 2021
I had an amazing 6 Day hiking experience in the Andes. Caesar was an expert in hiking the area and very knowledgeable as well in the flora, fauna and history of Ecuador, and a pleasure to hang out with. Rebecca Adventure travel made it easy to book and would definitely use them again.
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Things to know
Included
- Top Experienced Certified English-Speaking Guide.
- Trekking gear: Black diamond hiking poles.
- Accommodation x 5 nights (based on number of travelers).
- All fees to reserves and museums.
- Transportation from and to Quito’s meeting point at Dann Carlton Hotel.
- 24/7 assistance in Dutch, English, and Spanish.
- Water and snacks at all times.
Not Included
- International or domestic flights.
- Airport transfers.
- Travel insurance (mandatory).
- Optional tips for guides and drivers.
Additional Information
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Optional Briefing: The day before your tour, one of the trip leaders will meet you at the meeting point hotel lobby (to be advised in your voucher of services) for a welcome briefing at around 6:00 PM. At this time, details and questions you may have regarding the adventure will be discussed.
- Even though we have a detailed itinerary, changes can be made by your guides, due to weather or safety reasons. Please also note that none of the wildlife sightings mentioned on the itinerary are guaranteed.
- Driving time can take more than expected in Ecuador, as it is a small country with roads meandering through the Andes Mountains. We assure your comfort during transit no matter the size of the group.
- Level of Activity: This trip is considered as 3 out of 5. Experience is not a prerequisite but please keep in mind that trekking lasts four to six hours a day covering between seven to nine miles every segment. The average daily elevation change will be 1500 feet. There will always be transport support in the case that someone wants to take a break or just wants to avoid the uphill. Our drivers will be happy to show you the landscapes from the car.
- Guides: All our guides have a professional background from the Tourism University; this means they have a degree in guiding, so their knowledge and skills when leading a group are top-notch.
- 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.).
- It is important 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.
- Accommodation is based on number of travelers, if you are traveling with a group, you will be sharing rooms (single rooms require an extra fee).