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Chagras (Andean Cowboys) Way

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From Cotopaxi National Park to Cotopaxi Volcano
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Travelers should be in very good physical condition and expect continuous demanding activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: Spanish
Group Size 4 - 10
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Hacienda El Porvenir

    Hacienda El Porvenir
    Start point
    Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador (Quito City , 08:00 - 08:30)
    Meals
    Lunch (Hearty lunch at hacienda)
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Hacienda El Porvenir)

    Included Activities

    • Scenic drive to Hacienda El Porvenir
    • Welcome with traditional drink
    • Horseback riding along exclusive trails with Chagra guide
    • Wildlife spotting (wild bulls, birds)
    • Ascent of Ruminahui's slopes with panoramic views
    • Lunch at hacienda
    • Learn about Chagra way of life and horse care
    • Help feed horses
    Landmarks
    Ruminahui
    Cotopaxi
    Hacienda El Porvenir
  3. Day 2

    Eastern Mountain Range

    Eastern Mountain Range
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Scenic box lunch by mountain rivers and hidden lakes), Dinner (Traditional dinner)
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (Hacienda El Tambo by Tierra del Volcan)

    Included Activities

    • Horseback riding through eastern mountain range (approximately 43 km)
    • Visit Pucará del Salitre (ancient Inca fortress)
    • Scenic lunch by mountain rivers and hidden lakes
    • Arrival at Hacienda El Tambo
    Landmarks
    Pucará del Salitre
    Cotopaxi
    Hacienda El Tambo
  4. Day 3

    Quilindaña Foothills

    Quilindaña Foothills
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Packed lunch in forest), Dinner (Delicious dinner)
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (Hacienda El Tambo by Tierra del Volcan)

    Included Activities

    • Horseback riding through foothills of Quilindaña volcano
    • Forest walk through native forests with lichen and bromeliads
    • Local legends and cultural storytelling
    • Packed lunch in forest
    • Return ride to Hacienda El Tambo
    Landmarks
    Quilindaña
    Hacienda El Tambo
  5. Day 4

    Chagra Skills and Trout Fishing

    Chagra Skills and Trout Fishing
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Hearty lunch), Dinner (Delicious dinner)
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (Hacienda El Tambo by Tierra del Volcan)

    Included Activities

    • Chagra skill training (lassoing, cattle handling, knot tying)
    • Andean rodeo preparation and participation
    • Lunch at hacienda
    • Trout fishing with expert Chagra guides
    • Learn traditional fishing techniques
    • Learn preparation of local trout delicacy
    Landmarks
    Hacienda El Tambo
  6. Day 5

    Return to Hacienda El Porvenir and Quito

    Return to Hacienda El Porvenir and Quito
    End point
    Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador (Quito City , 17:00 - 18:30)
    Meals
    Breakfast (Delicious hacienda breakfast), Lunch (Packed lunch in the wild)

    Included Activities

    • Breakfast at hacienda
    • Final horseback ride following Tambo River
    • Ride past Sincholagua Volcano
    • Packed lunch in wilderness
    • Cross through Cotopaxi National Park
    • Return to Hacienda El Porvenir
    • Transfer back to Quito
    Landmarks
    Sincholagua
    Cotopaxi
    Cotopaxi National Park
    Hacienda El Porvenir

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