This adrenaline packed trip is for those active travelers looking for a true adventure! You’ll do several sports such as climbing Antizana Volcano, biking on the foot of Cotopaxi Volcano and rafting the Toachi and Blanco Rivers.
Day 01 Arrival in Quito
Upon arrival to Quito airport, you will be transferred to your city hotel. Lodging in Quito
Day 02 Quito (B)
Located only 25 kilometers (15 miles) south of the equator, Quito is the capital and second largest city in Ecuador. Because of its location, this city experiences a very mild climate with average temperatures around 15°C (64°F). In the morning you will visit Quito’s colonial district, and in the afternoon, you’ll visit the Equatorial line. Lodging in Quito
Day 03 Antizana (Condor) Trek (D, BB)
Today you’ll be transferred to El Tambo, located on the Papallacta Lagoon highlands. From here you’ll trek in a south west direction for about 4 hours until reaching the lower plains around the lake. The luggage and equipment will be carried by mules. Tonight you’ll camp at an altitude of 3800 meters (12 500 feet) above sea level. Camping on the mountains
Day 04 Trekking Antisana (B, D, BB)
Today you start early, as a 6 hour hike awaits you, the longest of the trip. First you’ll start crossing a polylepis forest, and then you’ll start climbing uphill. Your next camp site is located on the Santa Lucía Highlands on the north western side of Antizana Volcano, at 4200 meters (13 800 feet) above sea level. From there you’ll enjoy magnificent views of the surroundings! Camping on the mountains
Day 05 Antizana / Machachi (B, BB)
Today you’ll hike for about 3 or 4 hours through a huge plateau, until reaching Hacienda El Hato. From here, you will be transferred by car to Machachi, where you’ll spend the night in a hacienda near town. Lodging in Machachi
Day 06 Bike downhill Cotopaxi (B, BB)
Today you will drive towards Cotopaxi, at 4600 meters (15 100 feet) above sea level. Upon arriving to the entrance you will hike for 2 hours. Here you will be able to see wonderful views of the volcano’s glaciers. Afterwards, you’ll take an exciting bike ride downhill, until you reach the lowest valleys in Cotopaxi. Then you’ll be transferred back to your hacienda. Lodging in Machachi
Day 07 Quilotoa Lake (B, BB)
Today you will drive towards the Zumbagua highlands and Quilotoa Lake. In this remarkable location, you’ll have a 3 to 4 hour bike ride. Along the way you’ll enjoy stunning views of the surrounding scenery. Afterwards you’ll return to your hacienda. Lodging in Machachi
Day 08 Santo Domingo / Rafting tour (B, BB)
Today you’ll head west towards Santo Domingo, on the west side of the mountain range. Upon arriving to the shores of the Toachi River, you’ll start your white water rafting adventure. The Toachi river offers class III and IV rapids amidst a beautiful tropical environment. Lodging in a hostel
Day 09 Rafting tour / Quito (B, BB)
In the morning you’ll continue your rafting adventure down the Blanco River. Afterwards you’ll enjoy some drinks, and then you’ll be transferred back to Quito. Lodging in Quito
Day 10 Departure (B)
At the appropriate time you will be transferred to the airport for your international flight.
