Ecuador Active Adventure - 8 days
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Tour Overview
Embark on an 8-day active Ecuador adventure that takes you from the vibrant colonial streets of Quito into the heart of the Andes and deep into the Amazon rainforest, combining high-energy outdoor pursuits with unforgettable natural and cultural encounters. Hike and bike through the dramatic Avenue of the Volcanoes and around crater lakes with sweeping mountain views, cycle down cloud forest trails into the lively town of Banos, and trek alongside cascading waterfalls in Llanganates National Park. Venture into the jungle for an authentic Amazon experience and explore rainforest trails rich with wildlife. Paddle wild rapids on the Jatunyacu River, relax in the volcanic hot springs of Papallacta and shop at the famous Otavalo Market.
Start
Quito
End
Quito
Destination
Quito
Days
8
Pace
Medium
Range
Handpicked
Max Group Size
Min 8 - Max 0
Min Age
8
Trip Code: ECATAV
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Quito - Discover the UNESCO-listed historic centre with colonial churches, plazas and centuries-old architecture set high in the Andes on the equator
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Cotopaxi National Park - Trek around Limpiopungo Lagoon beneath the perfectly conical Cotopaxi volcano while acclimatising in high-altitude páramo landscapes
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Llanganates National Park - Descend by mountain bike from the Andes through cloud forest into the Pastaza River canyon, passing Andean farms and waterfall-lined valleys
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Banos - Visit the dramatic waterfalls of the Pastaza valley including the thundering Pailón del Diablo reached by trails and river crossings
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Amazon Rainforest - Raft the Jatunyacu River through clear waters and class III rapids surrounded by dense rainforest and steep jungle canyons
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Papallacta - Soak in volcanic hot springs after a guided walk-through cloud forest, wetlands and glacial valleys in the high Andes
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Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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