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3 Days Adventure5-DAY TREK THE UNKNOWN ANDEAN TRAIL ALTAR VOLCANO
5-DAY TREK THE UNKNOWN ANDEAN TRAIL ALTAR VOLCANO
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WildlifeTRIP OVERVIEW
By joining this expedition, you will be off the bitten path to exploring the most remote mountains and crater lakes of the Andes of Ecuador. Enjoy trekking the hidden trails used by multiple Indian groups including the Incas to reach the most sacred volcano in the region Altar, amazed yourself by looking at magical nights full of stars while learning the ancient tales of the Andes. Dare yourself to reach the horizon and beyond with the company of passionate and experimented guides.
Unique Experiences:
- Trek hidden trails only known by experienced local guides and discover the real adventure of a lifetime exploring the most remote and unexplored volcano in the Andes “ Altar Volcano”.
ITINERARY
Today we have a scenery drive through the Avenue of Volcanoes, on the way depending on the weather you may be able to see Cotopaxi, Rumiñahui, Ilinizas, and Tungurahua volcanoes, driving down the Panamerican highway will make you enjoy the views of the colorful fields on the mountains, as the main activity is the agriculture we will easily recognize the plantations of corn, potatoes and the grain of gods “Quinua”.
About noon we will trek for about 5 hours to reach our campsite.
SERVICES INCLUDED
- 🏕️ Accommodation: Camping
- 🍽️ Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today is the longest and most fantastic trek of this expedition. We will be gone for several hours trekking along these unique trails in the Paramo ecosystem, known for being so high in elevation as well as the thin oxygen that exists here. We will go through the Vollanes Valley —or Valle de Collanes.
SERVICES INCLUDED
- 🏕️ Accommodation: Camping
- 🍽️ Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We continue on our way towards El Altar, but today, you will enjoy the beauties surrounding Mandur Lagoon. We will learn about the flora and fauna of this area from our guides. The Mandur Lagoon (4420 meters) is so amazing, and we will spend some time admiring its beauty. In the afternoon we will return to the campsite where our chef will be waiting for a fantastic dinner.
SERVICES INCLUDED
- 🏕️ Accommodation: Camping
- 🍽️ Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today after a very healthy breakfast we will continue our adventure with a trek as amazing as the one yesterday but shorter in distance. We will head to the most impressive crater lake (4250 meters), which is yellow because of the high concentration of sulfur. In the afternoon we start our return to Hacienda Releche. We will arrive by sunset and you will spend the night there to refresh.
SERVICES INCLUDED
- 🏕️ Accommodation: Camping
- 🍽️ Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, we will take a car ride to The Illinizas Ecological Reserve. After 2 hours we will have a quick stop at the Toachi Canyon to enjoy the amazing view of this place, later we continue 10 minutes to the Quilotoa Volcano and get hiking into its crater. This lake is considered as one of the most beautiful crater lakes on earth, it is optional to kayak here, later we will hike or ride a mule back up and then drive back to Quito.
Today, our trip with us will end. Take with you your memories and photos and leave a piece of your heart, as you will want to return to Ecuador soon to experience more of this enchanted land. We wish you a “buen viaje”!
SERVICES INCLUDED
- 🍽️ Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Inclusions
What’s Included?
- Transportation: Comfortable land transportation.
- Accommodation based in double occupancy: 5* hotel in Quito, 3 nights in comfortable camping in the Andes, 1 night in a Colonial Hacienda.
- Meals: 6 Breakfast, 5 Lunches and 3 Dinners.
- Activities: Trekking.
- Out-door gear: Trekking stick, Dry bags, Eureka tents, air mattresses, bathroom tent, portable toilet, social kitchen.
- Staff: Certified AJ expert English-speaking adventure trip leader and local guides.
What is not included?
- My Own Room & Tent supplement $340.
- International flights.
- Airport transfers to/from Quito airport.
- Travel insurance (mandatory).
- Meals not described in the itinerary.
- Personal expenses & Tips.
Calendar & Price
By joining this expedition, you will be off the bitten path to exploring the most remote mountains and crater lakes of the Andes of Ecuador. Enjoy trekking the hidden trails used by multiple Indian groups including the Incas to reach the most sacred volcano in the region Altar, amazed yourself by looking at magical nights full of stars while learning the ancient tales of the Andes. Dare yourself to reach the horizon and beyond with the company of passionate and experimented guides.
Unique Experiences:
- Trek hidden trails only known by experienced local guides and discover the real adventure of a lifetime exploring the most remote and unexplored volcano in the Andes “ Altar Volcano”.
Culture Hiking Trekking WildlifeToday we have a scenery drive through the Avenue of Volcanoes, on the way depending on the weather you may be able to see Cotopaxi, Rumiñahui, Ilinizas, and Tungurahua volcanoes, driving down the Panamerican highway will make you enjoy the views of the colorful fields on the mountains, as the main activity is the agriculture we will easily recognize the plantations of corn, potatoes and the grain of gods “Quinua”.
About noon we will trek for about 5 hours to reach our campsite.
SERVICES INCLUDED
- 🏕️ Accommodation: Camping
- 🍽️ Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today is the longest and most fantastic trek of this expedition. We will be gone for several hours trekking along these unique trails in the Paramo ecosystem, known for being so high in elevation as well as the thin oxygen that exists here. We will go through the Vollanes Valley —or Valle de Collanes.
SERVICES INCLUDED
- 🏕️ Accommodation: Camping
- 🍽️ Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We continue on our way towards El Altar, but today, you will enjoy the beauties surrounding Mandur Lagoon. We will learn about the flora and fauna of this area from our guides. The Mandur Lagoon (4420 meters) is so amazing, and we will spend some time admiring its beauty. In the afternoon we will return to the campsite where our chef will be waiting for a fantastic dinner.
SERVICES INCLUDED
- 🏕️ Accommodation: Camping
- 🍽️ Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today after a very healthy breakfast we will continue our adventure with a trek as amazing as the one yesterday but shorter in distance. We will head to the most impressive crater lake (4250 meters), which is yellow because of the high concentration of sulfur. In the afternoon we start our return to Hacienda Releche. We will arrive by sunset and you will spend the night there to refresh.
SERVICES INCLUDED
- 🏕️ Accommodation: Camping
- 🍽️ Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, we will take a car ride to The Illinizas Ecological Reserve. After 2 hours we will have a quick stop at the Toachi Canyon to enjoy the amazing view of this place, later we continue 10 minutes to the Quilotoa Volcano and get hiking into its crater. This lake is considered as one of the most beautiful crater lakes on earth, it is optional to kayak here, later we will hike or ride a mule back up and then drive back to Quito.
Today, our trip with us will end. Take with you your memories and photos and leave a piece of your heart, as you will want to return to Ecuador soon to experience more of this enchanted land. We wish you a “buen viaje”!
SERVICES INCLUDED
- 🍽️ Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
What’s Included?
- Transportation: Comfortable land transportation.
- Accommodation based in double occupancy: 5* hotel in Quito, 3 nights in comfortable camping in the Andes, 1 night in a Colonial Hacienda.
- Meals: 6 Breakfast, 5 Lunches and 3 Dinners.
- Activities: Trekking.
- Out-door gear: Trekking stick, Dry bags, Eureka tents, air mattresses, bathroom tent, portable toilet, social kitchen.
- Staff: Certified AJ expert English-speaking adventure trip leader and local guides.
What is not included?
- My Own Room & Tent supplement $340.
- International flights.
- Airport transfers to/from Quito airport.
- Travel insurance (mandatory).
- Meals not described in the itinerary.
- Personal expenses & Tips.
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