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8 Days Trekking Expedition: From Mountains to Jungle

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Responsible Travel South America
Nature & Wildlife
Explore untamed landscapes teeming with wildlife
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: Spanish
Group Size 1 - 10
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Quito

    Quito
    Start point
    Salidas/Departures, Quito - Pichincha, 1709, Ecuador (Mariscal Sucre International Airport)

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of Quito's history and architecture
    • Explore Quito's UNESCO-listed historic center
    • Browse local markets
    Landmarks
    Quito Historic Center
  2. Day 2

    Cayambe-Coca Nature Reserve to Papallacta

    Cayambe-Coca Nature Reserve to Papallacta
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Trek the Agua y Vida route through Cayambe-Coca Nature Reserve
    • Soak in mineral-rich thermal pools at Termas de Papallacta Spa & Resort

    Optional Activities

    • Wildlife viewing for spectacled bears, Andean deer, and Andean condors
    Landmarks
    Cayambe-Coca Nature Reserve
    Termas de Papallacta Spa & Resort
  3. Day 3

    Papallacta to Cotundo Canyon

    Papallacta to Cotundo Canyon
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Explore Cotundo Canyon rainforest trails
    • Visit ancient petroglyphs and archaeological remains
    • Relax in naturally warm waters of the Amazon
    Landmarks
    Cotundo Canyon
  4. Day 4

    Tena to Baños to Patate

    Tena to Baños to Patate
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Visit Pailón del Diablo Waterfall
    • Explore Route of the Waterfalls
    • Visit Swing at the End of the World

    Optional Activities

    • Adventure activities in Baños
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    Pailón del Diablo Waterfall
    Swing at the End of the World
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  5. Day 5

    Llanganates Mountain Range to Zumbahua

    Llanganates Mountain Range to Zumbahua
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Hike in Llanganates Mountain Range
    • Visit Laguna San Borja
    • Stay with local family in Zumbahua for authentic homestay experience

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    • Wildlife viewing for spectacled bears and Andean wildlife
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    Llanganates Mountain Range
    Laguna San Borja
  6. Day 6

    Quilotoa Crater Lake

    Quilotoa Crater Lake
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Panoramic views)

    Included Activities

    • Hike section of Quilotoa Loop
    • Visit Quilotoa Crater Lake
    • Visit local market
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    Quilotoa Crater Lake
    Quilotoa Loop
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  7. Day 7

    Cotopaxi National Park

    Cotopaxi National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Hike slopes of Rumiñahui Volcano
    • Visit Limpiopungo Lake
    • Trek through Cotopaxi National Park

    Optional Activities

    • Wildlife viewing for deer, foxes, falcons, and wild horses
    Landmarks
    Cotopaxi Volcano
    Cotopaxi National Park
    Rumiñahui Volcano
    Limpiopungo Lake
  8. Day 8

    Quito

    Quito
    End point
    Salidas/Departures, Quito - Pichincha, 1709, Ecuador (Mariscal Sucre International Airport)

    Optional Activities

    • Extension to Galápagos Islands
    • Extension to Peru, Colombia, Chile, or Argentina

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    I would just like to know the approximate distance of the trekking each day.

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    • Responsible Travel South AmericaOperator•Written May 2025

      Regarding your question: Day 1: Transfer to hotel 45 minutes. Day 2: Drive 1h30m, Trekking 3-4h, Distance 9-10km, Altitude 3,700-4,000m. Day 3: Drive 2h, Trekking 2-3h, Distance 7km, Altitude 755m. Day 4: Drive 2h30m, Trekking 4h exploring town. Day 5: Drive 40m, Trekking 4h, Distance 10km, Altitude 2,000-3,743m. Day 6: Drive 2h30m, Trekking 4h, Distance 12km, Altitude 3,800m. Day 7: Drive 40m, Trekking 4h, Distance 10-12km, Altitude 3,900-4,000m. Keep in mind distances may vary depending on requirements.

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      Traveler•Written May 2025

      we are just comparing the tour with others similar tours in Ecuador that presently have quite significant discounts.

    • Responsible Travel South AmericaOperator•Written May 2025

      New Price Per Person: GBP 1,300. Total Discount: GBP 260. We can reduce the price by changing hotel category from first class to comfort. New Price Per Person (Comfort Hotels): GBP 1,175.

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