Antisana to Cotopaxi Ecuador Adventure

Difficulty

Challenging

Comfort

Basic

For those who love hiking and trekking, this demanding tour offers an excellent chance to explore some of the most stunning landscapes and trails in the iconic natural reserves of the Ecuadorian Andes. The journey will lead you through the Cotopaxi and Antisana reserves, making it a top-tier adventure.

The expedition takes place at the majestic Cotopaxi Volcano and the untouched Antisana Reserve. Known as the “Condor Trek,” the itinerary includes a traverse from the Antisana volcano to Cotopaxi.

While it presents challenges, this captivating adventure is incredibly fulfilling and allows for a deep connection with nature. You’ll have the opportunity to stay in refuges, hotels, or camp in remote locations, all while enjoying views of Cotopaxi, the highest active volcano in the world. Overall, the expedition is truly breathtaking!

2 People: $1864 pp

4 People: $1253 pp

Hiking and Trekking

Tour highlights

Breathtaking Landscapes

The expedition offers stunning views of the Ecuadorian Andes, showcasing the dramatic scenery of the Cotopaxi and Antisana reserves

Challenging Trekking

The tour provides a challenging adventure that tests physical limits while rewarding you with a connection to nature

Spot Condors

Observe local wildlife, including the majestic Andean condor

Route details

Either from Quito’s airport or downtown, you will embark on a journey to the charming village of Papallacta, where your exciting adventure will truly begin. As you travel through the picturesque landscapes, take a moment to soak in the breathtaking views that surround you.

Welcome to Antisana Reserve, a place where nature’s beauty and diverse wildlife await your exploration.

Meals: Lunch (picnic), dinner

Visit: No

Hike: from 2h 30 min to 3h 30 min

Transport: 2h 30 min

Difficulty

Challenging

Does not require specific skills, but one must be in good health

Tour provider's comments

Required level
– Physical: this trekking tour requires good physical condition. There will be fairly long walks (up to 7 hours). We recommend that travelers wishing to take part in this trekking trip take a stress test before their arrival. This will limit the risks during physical exertion at altitudes around 4.000m/13.000ft (in particular preventing coronary and vascular problems).

– Technical: no technical level is necessary. You will not have climbing or ice climbing. We recommend trekking poles and good walking shoes.

Accommodation

Comfort

Basic

Tent

3 nights

Hotel

1 night

=>For this adventure, the three first nights, you will stay in clean and spacious camping tents. Overnights in tents will be very simple, your guide will cook for you.

The last night you will stay in a hotel in front of the Cotopaxi Volcano in a charming Hacienda” « Superior » category : charming accommodation 3/4****.

=> >«Comfort » accommodation (2/3***) or «luxury» (4/5 *) category options are also available on request.

Clean and spacious, the camping equipment is provided.

Tour conditions

Included

tents, camping equipment, & muleteer in addition to your guide;
national-licensed guides as indicated;
transfer Quito > Papallacta (Day 1) & Cotopaxi > Quito (Day 5);
meals (4 breakfasts / 5 Lunches / 4 Dinners);
entrances to sites, museums and national parks specified in the program;
licenses (our guides and drivers).

Extras

international flights;
individual equipment except for camping equipment;
visits indicated as “Optional” or “at an additional cost”;
drinks in bars, hotels, restaurants or villages;
not indicated meals;
tips.

Foresee between $ 5 and $ 30 per meal not included, per person.

Group size

From 2 to 4 tourists

Duration

5 days

4 nights

It's important to know

Clothing :

-1 or 2 light walking trousers
-1 or 2 warm walking trousers
-2 Fleece jackets
-1 breathable warm jacket(type softshell)
-1 waterproof jacket (type gore-tex)
– light t-shirts
– hike shoes
– casual shoes
-1 pair of gloves for high altitude walks
-1 warm hat for high altitude walks
– cap

Additional :

-1 water bottle – sunglasses
– solar cream
– hiking bag (between 25 to 45L)
– hike sticks
– camera
– binoculars
– duvet between 0C et -15C (when nights in a refuge or tent are planned)
– headlamp (for nights in a tent or in a refuge)