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8-Day Ecuador Cloud Forest & Volcano Guided Tour

Ecuador

8 days

Difficulty:Moderate

Trip Type:Comfort

Group size:6

Overview

Discover the best of Ecuador on an 8-day adventure through the Andes, cloud forests, and Amazon rainforest. Hike around Cotopaxi Volcano, bike through scenic mountain landscapes, raft the Jatunyacu River, explore jungle waterfalls, and connect with local indigenous communities. Complete your journey with a trek around Cuicocha Crater Lake and a relaxing soak in the Papallacta hot springs.

Highlights:

• Hike in Cotopaxi National Park and the Avenue of Volcanoes

• Mountain bike through Ecuador's cloud forests and waterfalls

• White-water raft on the Jatunyacu River in the Amazon

• Relax in the volcanic hot springs of Papallacta

• Trek around Cuicocha Crater Lake and visit the Otavalo Market

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Itinerary

8-Day Ecuador Cloud Forest & Volcano Guided Tour

DAY 1

Quito Arrival day

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Depending on arrival time, you can spend your day exploring the old town of Quito and the surrounding area. Your guide can help you to organize a day trip (please request in advance). In the evening, one of your trip leaders will meet you at the hotel’s lobby for a welcome briefing at 18:00 hours. At this time, the guides will discuss the details and answer all your questions you may have regarding the adventure.

Overnight in: Quito

DAY 2

Trekking In Cotopaxi National Park

DAY 3

Biking In The Cloud Forest

DAY 4

Canyoning In The Amazon

DAY 5

Rafting

DAY 6

Otavalo Market

DAY 7

Cuicocha Crater Lake - Sacha Warmi Local Community Project

DAY 8

Departure

DAY 1

Quito Arrival day

DAY 2

Trekking In Cotopaxi National Park

DAY 3

Biking In The Cloud Forest

Trip Inclusions

Transfers

Transportation between different destinations as part of the itinerary.

Accommodation

Lodging at various hotels, guesthouses, or other types of accommodation during the trip.

Admission fees

Entry fees for museums, parks, historical sites, and other attractions included in the trip.

Local guide

A knowledgeable guide to provide insights and information about the places visited.

Some meals

Selected meals provided as part of the tour package, which may include breakfast, lunch, or dinner on certain days, as specified in the itinerary.

What's not included

Alcoholic beverages

Costs for any alcoholic drinks consumed during the trip.

Flights

All the flight charges required for your adventure.

Gratuities

All the guide gratuities throughout your adventure.

Porter

Services of a porter to help carry luggage at various points during the trek, or on the mountain.

Visas

Required Visa fees for your travel.

Travel insurance

Travel insurance from a trusted provider for your adventure.

Personal gear

All the personal gear required for your adventure.

Luggage transfers

Cost for transferring your luggage.

International flights

Flights to and from the start and end point at your destination are excluded.

Accommodation

Day 1

1 / 2

Enjoy your overnight stay in Quito at a comfortable 3 star hotel on a double occupancy basis or similar.

Day 2 & 3

1 / 3

Enjoy your overnight stay in Baños at a comfortable 3 star hotel on a double occupancy basis or similar.

Day 4

1 / 3

Enjoy your overnight stay in Amazon jungle on a double occupancy basis or similar.

Day 5

1 / 3

Enjoy your overnight stay in Papallacta at a comfortable lodge on a double occupancy basis or similar.

Day 6

1 / 2

Enjoy your overnight stay in Otavalo at a comfortable 3 star hotel on a double occupancy basis or similar.

Day 7

1 / 2

Enjoy your overnight stay in Quito at a comfortable 3 star hotel on a double occupancy basis or similar.

Cancellation Policy

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Departure Dates

from $1971 /person

Private groups

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Departure Dates

from $1971 /person

Private groups

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Why Book With Us?

All-Inclusive Packages

Enjoy hassle-free travel with end-to-end, pre-planned trip packages that cover accommodations, meals, guides, permits, and more.

Trip Preparation

We provide essential resources like gear lists and training plans to ensure you're fully prepared for your adventure. Our goal is to equip you with everything you need to embark on your trip with confidence.

Local Guides

Our experts carefully handpick local guiding companies, who undergo a rigorous vetting process. Local guides enrich your journey with unique insights and expertise.

Sustainable Travel

We are committed to preserving our planet by encouraging our guiding partners and travelers to adopt eco-friendly practices. All tours are designed to benefit local communities.

What people say

2023-10-10

Great Service!!

Adventure Tripr provided me an adventure of a lifetime. I travelled to Ecuador for their Multisport trip. From Day 1 it was a blast. The range of activities and experiences were unmatched. Our food and accommodations were perfectly curated so we could experience all aspects of this beautiful country. When not taking part of a new adventure, we were able to leverage our free time to explore places of interest in Quito and the surrounds. I would go on another Adventure Tripr experience tomorrow - the hard part is which of the many options will be the one.

Doug Alexander

2023-10-08

Highly Recommend!!

Great trip to Ecuador and highly recommend this company.

Lori Serrano

2023-08-29

Excellent service!!

One of the best parts of the trip was our guides. Special thanks to the team at @adventuretripr for sponsoring the trip. You all should definitely go check them out, their trips are some of the most amazing I've ever seen.

Ryan Neal