Waterfalls close to Quito? Vamos! Private Tour.

Quito, Ecuador
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Duration6h - 8h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

The best option if you are looking for some nature around Quito is 1 hour driving away from the city.
Located in the southwest valley of Quito, with slopes derived from the Cotopaxi Volcano, we will drive along the well-known "Road of the Volcanoes" and its landscape.
Rio Pita Walkpath:
The perfect path to walk up to 10400 ft altitude into Andean forest nature with different 4 little waterfalls and 9 suspension bridges, being the Pita River the main affluent that 2 hours / 5 miles, 8 kilometers without rush, a perfect walk for pictures and breathing fresh air.
Leading us to the Condor Machay Waterfall, where we will have a snack and enjoy its 80 mts/262 ft altitude waterfall and our surroundings until we are ready to walk back.
On our way back, we will have lunch at Selva Alegre, a famous town for a local restaurant's variety of traditional food and good prices around 10 dollars. LGBTQ 420 friendly.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Brunch
  • Snacks
  • Lunch

What to expect

  1. Pass by
    On the way to Cotopaxi National Park eastside
    10400 ft altitude / 3100 msnm.
    Agricultural road, full of farms and beautiful mountains.
    We will drive around Rumipamba parish for some pictures.
  2. Cascada de Fuego
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Start the day with our first trail to this beautiful waterfall that makes it volcanic water shines like fire.
  3. Reserva Ecologica Santa Rita
    2h · Admission ticket included
    A beautiful place where we will have several paths full of endemic species and perfectly safe to walk based on their infraestructure, we will have the chance to visit 4 waterfalls and also a beautiful overlook on top of Cascada Condor Machay.
  4. 1h
    Famous for its traditional food, where we will have different options for lunch depending of travelers preferences.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

The car is a KIA Seltos in dark grey color, and I will be wearing a grey polo shirt and brown-framed glasses.
I will pick you up at the main entrance of your place. Help me with the name.
Don't hesitate to get in touch with me after booking if necessary.
Some places/activities' availability may vary depending on weather, road status, and political issues. I'll have alternative plans.
For a more personalized service, you can find me on social media as MUFITOURS.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Tour Total Duration time inclusive of travel time from start to each leg of the tour and back.
  • We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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