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Chagras (Andean Cowboys) Way

5 days
From Cotopaxi National Park to Cotopaxi Volcano
4.9 (7 reviews)

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Adventure & Adrenaline
Seek thrilling adventures that keep you moving
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
High Intensity
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
Ages 17+
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Itinerary

  1. 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
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  2. 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
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  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. 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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Tour ID: 304201

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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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