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Cotopaxi volcano horseback ride and hike

Cotopaxi volcano horseback ride and hike

This exclusive experience will introduce you to the Andes Mountain Range landscape and wildlife. Your profesional tour guide will pick you up at your hotel or airbnb to start the tour and go to Cotopaxi. The 90 minutes drive from Quito to Cotopaxi is full of beautifull mountains and cosy small villages. Arriving to Cotopaxi the local guide will be waiting with helmets, ponchos and horses. Then you will ride a horse for 2-3 hours around the grassland and the beautifull volcano. In the way back we will enjoy a lunchbox and then continue to the Limpiopungo lagoon. The lagoon is located in a flat highland where you will hike for 1 hour around it. That is an amazing place to see the local plants, flowers and birds. At the end you will come back to Quito or stop in a local restaurant to have a lunch. Dropoff at your hotel
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Middle Of The World, Hummingbirds' Paradise, and Craft Beer Tasting

Middle Of The World, Hummingbirds' Paradise, and Craft Beer Tasting

Take this fabulous private half-day-tour to discover the Equator Line and its surrounding hidden gems! Take fantastic pictures of exotic birdlife, at a Subtropical Rainforest Reserve, in a relatively short drive! Maximize your time to visit the Historical Monument of the Equator, the accurate site where the Equator goes through, and finally relax at a local Pub tasting the best craft beer of Quito! Enjoy the flexibility of this tour, and go out of the beaten path with us...!
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Full Day Chimborazo Volcano From Quito.

Full Day Chimborazo Volcano From Quito.

The Chimborazo volcano is the highest volcano in Ecuador, it stands at 6,268 meters above sea level, it is something unique on the planet and it is the highest volcano in the world measured from the center of the planet earth. The tour departs from the city of Quito with embarkation and disembarkation at hotels throughout the tourist area (airport hotels with an additional charge). We headed to the Chimborazo Fauna Production Reserve located 4 hours from the city of Quito. Upon arrival we will visit the first refuge to acclimatize and then walk up to the second refuge or the Condorcocha lagoon located 1 hour walk from the second refuge. On the way back to Quito we will make a stop at a restaurant for lunch (not included).
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Guayaquil City Tour - 1 Day Tour

Guayaquil City Tour - 1 Day Tour

Explore Guayaquil, the city known as the “Pearl of the Pacific Ocean”, and being related with the Ecuadorian history since the beginning. On this tour you will have the opportunity to get to know about Guayaquil’s culture and tradition, through visiting some of its more beautiful sites. Get close to a native iguana at the Seminario Park, walk along the Guayas River at Malecon 2000, immerse yourself in the colorful houses of Las Peñas neighborhood and admire the amazing view from the city and the river from above.
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Full day private tour to Las Lajas Sanctuary from Quito.

Full day private tour to Las Lajas Sanctuary from Quito.

If you wish to visit this beautiful Sanctuary, remember it is closer from Ecuador. During all of this road We will have amazing ladscapes lobserving mountains and valleys. During our trip, We will see many people , they are part of many ethic and social groups. The landscapes will be changing between mountains , forest and farms. Many colors will be part of the mountains. When We cross the border with Colombia nobody will ask for our documentation doing this visit easier. Climates and microclimates will be another experience while We drive.
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Adventure, Action and Accomodation - Quito to Amazon

Adventure, Action and Accomodation - Quito to Amazon

Forest bathing at it's finest, take in the pacha mama, learn the secrets of the forest, spend time with a local community and if your lucky learn about the ecstatic technicians of the sacred. This program takes you from Quito through down through the lowlands of Ecuador, spend for days in the Reserve of Cuyabeno at the Award Winning Caiman Ecolodge. We make super convenient as we also include the bus there in back from Quito. Adventure for your senses.
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Full-Day Private Tour of Cotopaxi Volcano

Full-Day Private Tour of Cotopaxi Volcano

This tour is totally personalized, complete you will also know everything about the attractions on the route with the vast knowledge of our experienced and professional guides. You can also go up to 4800 meters and sometimes there you can be on the glacial of this majestic volcano. Completely free, you have the right to a delicious typical ice cream of the region that you can only find in this beautiful country. This is an excursion in the Andes region with a cold climate, so we recommend wearing warm clothing such as gloves, a hat, and waterproof clothing.
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3-Day Adventure: Quito, Cotopaxi, Quilotoa, Baños, Jungle, Quito

3-Day Adventure: Quito, Cotopaxi, Quilotoa, Baños, Jungle, Quito

Exciting Andean Adventure: From Quito to Cotopaxi Volcano, Quilotoa Crater Lake, Baños de Agua Santa, and the Amazon Rainforest D1: Start your private tour from Quito to Cotopaxi Volcano, one of the highest active volcanoes in the world. Enjoy stunning views and explore the national park. Continue to Quilotoa Lagoon, an emerald-green crater lake. Hike down to the lake and immerse yourself in its beauty. D2: Travel the Waterfall Route, featuring numerous cascades, including Casa del Árbol and Pailón del Diablo. Marvel at the waterfalls and lush landscape. Head to the Napo River in the Amazon rainforest, spending the night surrounded by jungle sounds. D3: Visit indigenous communities, learning about their culture and traditions. Observe diverse Amazon wildlife, including exotic birds and playful monkeys. In the afternoon, return to Quito, arriving around 8 PM. This private tour is customizable to fit your schedule and preferences, ensuring a unique and memorable Andean adventure
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Top Ten Wonders of Ecuador Tour from Quito end in Cuenca

Top Ten Wonders of Ecuador Tour from Quito end in Cuenca

This is a nice tour for you, in this trip you have the opportunity to visit part of the Andean Highlands while you go along the Volcanoes Avenue, you´ll go down to enjoy the beauty of the jungle. It is a ideal journey for people who want to walk along paths with volcanoes, lagoons, waterfalls, colonial cities, archaeological sites, indigenous markets, etc. We will start in Quito and end in Cuenca. Check our tripadvisor photo gallery. ONE WAY: QUITO TO CUENCA
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12-Day The Best Of Ecuador & Galapagos

12-Day The Best Of Ecuador & Galapagos

Unique lifetime adventure blending the fascinating geography of Ecuador's mainland, made of active volcanoes, big canyons, large tropical rainforests and huge waterfalls, with the mythical Galapagos Islands, where the magic diversity of fearless animals and the stunning landscapes of the volcanic islands create a unique atmosphere. This is a perfect combination that includes a wide variety of outdoor activities, while discovering the highlights of Ecuador
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10-Day Ecuador Highlights

10-Day Ecuador Highlights

Discover the MAGIC of ECUADOR traveling through the Avenue of Volcanoes in the high Andes Mountains towards the best tropical Amazon destinations and explore the outdoor town of Baños, Unesco classified city of Cuenca and local indigenous market in Otavalo. On your journey, you will learn about all the different local tribes and their cultures. The Ecuador Highlights trip is the perfect combination of cultural experiences, wildlife spotting, adventure activities, and natural wonders that make Ecuador one of the most mega-divers countries on Earth. "Unique Experiences:" Visit a native local family in the middle of the Amazon jungle and look for the smallest monkey in the world (Pygmy Marmoset)    Breathtaking zig-zag train ride through the rocky slopes of the Andes and the switchbacks of the Devil's Nose
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6 Days: Quito, Otavalo, Amazon, Tungurahua, Quilotoa, Cotopaxi...

6 Days: Quito, Otavalo, Amazon, Tungurahua, Quilotoa, Cotopaxi...

This is one of our most comprehensive programs for experiencing Ecuador. The tour begins in Quito and travels to Imbabura Province in the northern Andes, renowned for the Otavalo indigenous market and its surroundings. On Day 2 and Day 3, we will explore the Amazon, immersing ourselves in its culture and encountering wildlife along the Napo River. Day 4 brings an adventure along the Route of the Waterfalls to the picturesque city of Baños de Agua Santa in Tungurahua Province. On Day 5, we'll trek around the Quilotoa Lagoon, nestled in the famous Avenue of the Volcanoes. Day 6 culminates with a visit to Cotopaxi, the highest active volcano in Ecuador, standing majestically at 5,890 meters. We will conclude our tour back in Quito. TRANSFER IN: This trip includes the transfer from the airport UIO to your hotel/residence in Quito. Just coordinate with our travel agents.
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2 Days Amazon Tena From Quito

2 Days Amazon Tena From Quito

This experience is near to Quito, we can explore this amazing place in 2 day. The connection with the nature is pure in this king of tour, We will live the experiences of the Ecuadorian Amazon in 2 day
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Cotopaxi Volcano Quest!

Cotopaxi Volcano Quest!

More than a decade of Excellence on TripAdvisor! Dive into the adventure of a lifetime with CarpeDM Adventures as you ascend one of the world's towering titans - an active volcano soaring to a staggering 5,897 meters! And for those seeking seamless journeys, we've got you covered. Ready to embark? Reach out to us on WhatsApp at +593.98.534.1575 and let the adventure begin! • 7.20 am Just outside our CarpeDM Operations / Go F.A.R Office • 7.30 am Hilton Colon Hotel • 07:45 Transfer to the Cotopaxi National Park - stop off to pick up snacks / breakfast on the way. • 09:30 Enter Cotopaxi National Park • 10:00 Mariscal Sucre Interpretation Centre: The guide will give an explanation of the area, volcanoes, vegetation, animals. • 10:30 4600m car park, begin the hike up to the Basecamp • 12:30 Reach refuge at 4.864m. • 13:00 Reach Glacier 5,000m. depends on conditions • 14:00 Arrive at Limpiopungo lake. • 15:00 Eat lunch - Included at traditional local Restaurant • 16:00 Return to Quito
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Cultural Tour Laguna Quilotoa: Hiking and Descent to the Lagoon all included

Cultural Tour Laguna Quilotoa: Hiking and Descent to the Lagoon all included

- All Inclusive: Professional Bilingual Guide, Lunch and Tourist Visits. - Tourist Transport from Quito - Quilotoa - Quito - Hiking and horseback riding on the same tour if you decide to return on horseback - Visit indigenous market - Visit indigenous house - Visit Mirador del Quilotoa - Visit and descent to Laguna del Quilotoa - Visit to the Toachi River Canyon - Professionalism and Quality of Service - Shared Tour: Every Thursday and Sunday - Private Tour: Every day.
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