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LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview
Discover Ecuador on an exclusive 8-day private adventure that blends spectacular landscapes, authentic cultural encounters, and unforgettable outdoor experiences. Ride horseback through the Andes, hike volcanic trails, raft pristine rivers, bike scenic routes, enjoy canyoning, and visit Indigenous communities. Relax in carefully selected first-class accommodations while traveling with your own private guide and vehicle. Every detail is thoughtfully designed to deliver exceptional comfort, personalized service, and immersive experiences, creating the perfect luxury adventure through one of South America's most diverse destinations.
What's included
All required equipment for activities
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Certified English/Spanish speaking guide
Meals (unless specified)
Tips
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
What to expect
Day 1: Arrival in Quito
Quito
Pass by
Reception at the airport and transfer to hotel by private transportation. Overnight in Quito.
Day 2: Horseback riding in Cotopaxi National Pak
Cotopaxi National Park
3h · Admission ticket included
Horseback riding in Cotopaxi, 2-3 hours. Hike around Limpiopungo lagoon, optional
Day 3: Quilotoa Lagoon Hike & Landscape
Laguna Quilotoa
5h · Admission ticket included
The Quilotoa volcano, where you will be able to descend to the lake located inside the crater or just walk around the crater. You will also be able to enjoy an unforgettable experience by mule back riding or kayaking in the lake. Overnight in Baños
Day 4: Canyoning Adventures in Baños
Banos
8h
A full day of exploration of the town of Baños.We will drive by private car for about 30 minutes approximately toward Casahurco or Rio Blanco to practice the canyoning. After we have the safety briefing by our guide explaining the abseiling techniques and safety instructions, you will be able to practice on land before we enter the canyon. In the afternoon free time to visit the Bride’s Veil waterfall, hike down to the “Pailon del Diablo” waterfall, the second-highest in the whole of Ecuador, or Casa del árbol accompanied by our guide. Overnight in Baños
Day 5: Biking Experience in Baños
Banos
4h
3 hours of bike experience in Baños
Day 6: River rafting in Tena
Tena
6h
Breakfast in the lodge.
Jatunyacu River - this is one of the most fun rafting trips in Tena. It is enjoyable for all ages, and no previous experience is needed. This is big water run with constant roller-coaster waves (some reaching 5 meters in height), and each rapid end in a calm pool.
After a 40-minute drive, we arrive at Cando in the Llanganates National Park, where our adventure begins. After gearing up and listening to a safety talk, we head downriver. Halfway through the trip, we stop at a beach near a Kichwa community. Here we enjoy a delicious homemade lunch and the opportunity to exchange experiences with those living in the area.
At night we have walked with the help of a flashlight your guides will take you around the lagoon looking for nighttime wildlife. This is also a great opportunity for star gazing! Overnight in Tena.
Day 7: Indigenous Community Immersion
Misahualli
8h
We will explore the interior of the jungle, in the primary forest, where we will observe medicinal plants, utilitarian trees, as well as the fauna of the Amazon, with frogs, insects, etc. Afterward, we will visit a local community. We will have an unforgettable cultural experience; we will share with members of the Kichwa community and learn from their wisdom to live in harmony with nature. We will also learn about the preparation of chicha, a traditional drink made from yucca.
We will delight ourselves with this ecological gastronomy and dance to the rhythm of their music. Free time for the rest of the afternoon. You can do extra activities, such as a ceramics workshop with the women’s community, where you can create a souvenir of this adventure, or take a night walk around the lodge to observe spiders, mantises, and many other insects and reptiles.
Day 8: Parrot Clay Lick & Return to Quito
Misahualli River
5h · Admission ticket included
Parrot clay lick early in the morning and return to Quito
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Hotels in Quito
End point
Hotels in Quito
Pickup details
Pick-up at Mariscal Sucre Quito Airport or hotels in Quito
Additional information
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
