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Feature Trek
This "off the beaten track" adventure takes us over rarely visited paramo, sparsely populated with Quechua speaking Llama farmers.
Rolling green hills and peaks jutting up from nowhere, surround the tiny village of Zumbahua. Hiking opportunities are plentiful in this spectacular area. This trip will feature a hike around the rim of Quilotoa's Volcanic Crater Lake.
In addition, we will visit to one of Ecuador's most colourful, traditional markets.
Day 1 - Meet in Quito. Check everyone's gear and go over itinerary. Go on an acclimatization hike to get to know everyone. Picnic lunch.
Day 2 - Travel to the tiny, picturesque village of Zumbahua. Lunch/Dinner - Local accommodation
Day 3 - Hike around the rim of the breathtaking volcanic crater lake of Quilotoa. This is a 4 to 5 hour hike. Return to Zumbahua for the night. Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner - Local accommodation
Day 4 - Shop for fresh fruits and vegetables at the colourful Saturday market, where indigenous people from the mountains come to shop and to sell their goods. After purchasing our supplies, we will begin our three day trek to the isolated town of Angamarca. After approximately 3 hrs. of hiking in this stunning area, we will set up our first camp site. B/L/D
Day 5 - After 4 to 6 hours of hiking we will set up camp at Rio Pigua. Broad green valleys, beautiful canyons and rocky ridges with stunning views will fill this day. B/L/D
Day 6 - We will continue to enjoy spectacular scenery on our trek to Angamarca, which will take us 5 to 6 hours. This area above 4,000m is where you will find Quechua speaking Llama farmers, who live in chozas (grass huts). From here we will catch a bus back to Zumbahua to spend the night. B/L/D
Day 7 - Today we will travel back to Quito. B/L
*This adventure requires a good level of fitness and acclimatization. We will ensure that everyone is enjoying the trek. The pace will be set by the clients.
Price per person - US$840.00
Included in price - Meals where listed, accommodation in Zumbahua. Camping equipment, guides, Llamas to carry gear, park entrance fees, transportation where indicated.
Not included - Applicable taxes, tips, flights, insurance.
A complete "gear list" of what to bring will be forwarded to you when you have completed your booking.
If you require help with accommodation in Quito, please let us know.