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Hike, bike, raft, and more in the beautiful and diverse landscapes of Ecuador
Dive into the beautiful outdoors while you hike, bike, and raft in the spectacular mountains and rainforests of Ecuador.
Spend time with local indigenous people and learn about their traditions and culture.
Stay deep in the Amazon and witness the natural beauty and wildlife of this incredible rainforest.
Soak your cares away in the natural volcanic hot springs in Baños.
The 8-day guided Ecuadorian Andes and Amazon Adventure tour will take you on the adventure of a lifetime. With a range of exciting activities on deck, there’s never a dull moment on this tour! Explore the volcanic mountains and rainforests of Ecuador on hikes and bike rides. Then, your guides will take you to hidden crater lakes, powerful waterfalls, and majestic canyons.
Between hikes and bike rides, you’ll go white water rafting, canyoneering, and explore the jungle. This tour is packed with exciting activities in beautiful places, but you’ll also get to know the indigenous people of the area and learn about their way of life. Take a breather from the adrenaline by visiting a hummingbird habitat and learning about local chocolate! You’ll finish your tour with everyone’s favourite, a visit to the volcanic hot springs. This guided tour has everything an adventurous traveller could want in Ecuador!
The 8-day guided Ecuadorian Andes and Amazon Adventure tour will take you on the adventure of a lifetime. With a range of exciting activities on deck, there’s never a dull moment on this tour! Explore the volcanic mountains and rainforests of Ecuador on hikes and bike rides. Then, your guides will take you to hidden crater lakes, powerful waterfalls, and majestic canyons.
Between hikes and bike rides, you’ll go white water rafting, canyoneering, and explore the jungle. This tour is packed with exciting activities in beautiful places, but you’ll also get to know the indigenous people of the area and learn about their way of life. Take a breather from the adrenaline by visiting a hummingbird habitat and learning about local chocolate! You’ll finish your tour with everyone’s favourite, a visit to the volcanic hot springs. This guided tour has everything an adventurous traveller could want in Ecuador!
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Andes and Amazon Adventure Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive in Quito
Feel free to explore Quito on your own today. Your tour starts in the evening with a welcome meeting in the hotel lobby. This is when you’ll meet your tour guide and the rest of your group. You’ll have a chance to ask any questions you might have as you learn all about the adventure that awaits you!
Overnight Location: Hotel in Quito (2,850m / 9,350’)
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2 Hike to the Crater Lake in Quilotoa
The day will start with a three-hour drive into the Andes along the Avenue of the Volcanoes. You’ll arrive in Quilotoa, where you’ll hike into the crater to discover the gorgeous blue Crater Lake at the bottom. You can choose to rent a kayak and go for a paddle to take in the incredible views, or just relax and soak in the scenery.
Hike back out of the crater, or rent a mule or horse to take you back up to the crater rim. You’ll have lunch at the top and then visit a local artisan market.
Overnight Location: B&B in Lasso (3,050m / 10,000’)
Distance: About 3 hours of hiking and optional 1-hour paddle
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Day 3 Hike to the Cotopaxi Glacier
Today will be a hike up to the Cotopaxi Glacier. The trail starts at about 4500m above sea level, and you’ll be climbing all the way up to 5200m. Your guides will help you with some tips and tricks to handle the thin air at such high altitudes. The trail is quite steep, so the climb will take about 2 hours. It’s going to be well worth it at the top, though!
In the afternoon, you’ll head to charming Baños de Agua Santa. This town is surrounded by mountain ridges and a waterfall. Besides being very pretty, Baños has great restaurants and nightlife, making it the perfect place to spend the evening.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Baños (1,820m / 5,970’)
Distance: About 3 hours of hiking
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Bike Ride in Llanganates National Park
This morning you’ll be driven to the Llanganates National Park for a bike ride. You’ll only be riding gently uphill for about an hour before the trail starts zipping downwards. Enjoy the fresh mountain air and the spectacular views, including the active Tungurahua Volcano.
After the bike ride, the group will go to the Casa de Arbol, which is famous for its “swing at the end of the world”. Take a swing if you’re feeling brave! Time permitting, there may be an option to do some zip lining as well.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Baños (1,820m / 5,970’)
Distance: About 3 hours of biking
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 Discover the Amazon Basin
Before driving to the Amazon, you’ll make a stop to see the incredible Pailon del Diablo waterfall. Enjoy the scenic drive into the beautiful Amazon basin.
After a traditional lunch, you’ll go canyoneering in the spectacular canyons. Your day will end with a sweet treat as you learn how to make traditional chocolate fondue from the local cacao.
Overnight Location: Wilderness lodge in the Amazon
Distance: About 3 hours of hiking and canyoneering
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 6 Raft on the Jatunyacu River
Today will be a trip highlight as you’ll be rafting down the Jatunyacu River! This river is sourced from the Llanganates Mountains and has Class III rapids. Hold on tight!
After your exciting morning on the river, have a nice lunch and return to the lodge to relax or go for a swim. Tonight you can take a nocturnal stroll to discover all the insects and amphibians who only come out at night.
Overnight Location: Wilderness lodge in the Amazon
Distance: About 3 hours of rafting
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 7 Caving At The Temple Of Ceremony
In the morning we will travel by car for about ten minutes to the nearby forest, there we will visit Templo de Ceremonia, a place known by the local kichwa indigenous people, for being used by their ancestors to do some kind of rituals involving the power of Ayahuasca and their conections with the Pachamama “Mother Earth”, we will enter into a cave where our local guide will tell us more about this special place.
Later we will have a traditional lunch from the area, and then continue driving back to Quito, there will be an optional dinner with the group to say good bye and share the memories of the trip.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Quito (2,850m / 9,350’)
Distance: Flexible
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Day 8 Farewell!
Your tour has come to an end, and it’s time to return home or continue on the next leg of your journey.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Ecuadorian Andes and Amazon Adventure Price and Dates
This guided adventure tour in Ecuador is run either as a group tour or a private tour. The prices below are per person sharing a double or a triple room and those willing to have single rooms will have to pay a supplement:Private tour:
- Group of 2-3: USD1795 per person
- Group of 4+: USD1385 per person
Prices to join a group tour:
Accommodation on the Ecuadorian Andes and Amazon Adventure
This tour is based in 3-star hotels, B&Bs, and ecolodges. The hotels offer comfortable rooms with great locations. The lodges in the Amazon are more rustic. Rooms are double occupancy and single travellers will pay a supplement.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other, comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel (please contact us to find out the pricing).
What’s Included in the Ecuadorian Andes and Amazon Adventure?
Meals
7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners, water, and snacks are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 7 nights are included. Accommodations before and after the tour in Quito are not included but can be added as a supplement.
Transportation during the Tour
Transport for you and your luggage is included as outlined in the itinerary. Airport transfers are not included.
Also Included
- Experienced English-speaking guide
- Bike (quality hybrid bikes), certified helmets and gloves
- Hiking poles
- NRS rafts, paddles and helmets for whitewater rafting
- Canyoneering equipment, harnesses, helmets, ropes, and rubber boots
- All fees for reserves and museums
Not included
- Travel insurance
- Flights to or from Ecuador
- Airport transfers
- Lunches and dinners not previously mentioned
- Tourist taxes if applicable
- Visas if required
- Optional activities
- Personal equipment
- Fees not mentioned as ‘included’
- Gratuities for tour guides and drivers
- How hard is the Ecuadorian Andes and Amazon Adventure?
- Do I need a visa to travel to Ecuador?
- Are meals included on the Ecuadorian Andes and Amazon Adventure?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to Quito to start this tour?
- Is the Ecuadorian Andes and Amazon Adventure guided?
- Where does the Ecuadorian Andes and Amazon Adventure tour end?
- Are equipment rentals included?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to Ecuador?
- Are there any travel restrictions for Ecuador?
- What time of the year is the best time to travel to Ecuador for this tour?
We rate this tour as a 3/5. This tour has a moderate difficulty rating because it includes two hikes at high elevations in addition to other physical activities. No experience is required for rafting or canyoneering, but travellers should be adventurous and fairly fit to get the most out of this tour.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners, water, and snacks are included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover all the activities included. Get your Travel Insurance.
The best way to reach Quito is to fly to the Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO). You will need to arrange your own transfer to the hotel.
Yes, you will have an English-speaking guide for the duration of the tour.
The tour ends when you check out of your hotel in Quito. You will need to arrange a ride to the airport.
Your bike, helmet, and gloves are included for the cycling portion. Hiking poles will be provided for hikes, and all rafting equipment including helmets are also provided. The tour includes the harnesses, ropes, and helmets you’ll require for canyoneering as well. Please bring any other personal equipment desired.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
The best time to travel to Ecuador for this tour is June through September when the weather tends to be dry and sunny.
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