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9 Day Ecuador Adventure with Multi-Sports

This nine-day adventure through Ecuador is a journey from historic highlands to the heart of the Amazon, blending culture, community, and exhilarating outdoor experiences. Your trip begins in Quito, Ecuador’s capital, where you’ll meet your guide and fellow travellers and ease into the altitude while exploring the city at your own pace, with an optional visit to the Equator Line.

From Quito, travel east into the Amazon Basin, watching dramatic landscapes shift from Andean peaks to dense jungle. In Tena, connect with the Indigenous Shandia community on a cycling excursion and cultural immersion that supports local youth and traditions. Stay overnight at a community lodge, enjoy meals made with local ingredients, and learn about cacao cultivation and traditional agriculture.

Adventure continues with a full day of whitewater rafting on the Jatunyacu River, an accessible yet thrilling experience set amid lush cloud forest. Next, head to Baños, Ecuador’s adventure capital, where highlights include the powerful Pailón del Diablo waterfall, the famous “Swing at the End of the World” at Casa del Árbol, and optional visits to rejuvenating hot springs.

The journey then turns to the wild beauty of Llanganates National Park. Spend two days trekking through high-altitude moorland and cloud forest, camping under the stars and enjoying spectacular views of Tungurahua and Sangay volcanoes. Return to Baños for relaxation or optional canyoning before heading into the Andes once more.

Near Cotopaxi Volcano, choose between biking through ancient Polylepis forest or horseback riding with sweeping volcanic views. On the final full day, explore Cotopaxi National Park, hike near one of the world’s highest active volcanoes, and enjoy lunch by Limpiopungo Lake before returning to Quito.

Depart with unforgettable memories of Ecuador’s diverse landscapes, cultures, and adventures.

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Tour Highlights

Ecuador
Quito
Llanganates National Park
Cotopaxi National Park
Horse Riding
Trekking
Water Rafting
Kayaking

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Tour Itinerary

Day 1 - Quito

Quito

Arrive at any time. Your opportunity to meet your experience officer and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour and you can join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don’t forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Pre-book the “Quito City Tour & Equator Line” activity on the checkout page ahead of time to include this optional on your tour.

Day 2 - Quito to Tena

Quito to Tena

Travel by bus into the Amazon Basin and enjoy the incredible scenery en route to the jungle town of Tena. Watch as it changes from towering mountains to lush jungle, passing by waterfalls and deep river valleys. Upon arrival, get active and cycle to the nearby community of Shandia, where you’ll discover the beauty of the Amazon with a member of the local community as your guide.

Accommodation – Shandia Community Lodge

Meals – Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Experiences

Shandia Biking & Community Experience 6km

Cycle to the Indigenous Shandia community, a rural village surrounded by rivers and lush Amazonian landscapes. With the support of Planeterra, the community has developed new culturally immersive experiences led by the village’s youth. Spend 40 minutes cycling from Shandia lodge stopping along the way to take in the beauty of the Amazon.

These cultural tours are seen by the community as a way to rescue their Indigenous culture and provide opportunities for the future. This provides an economic opportunity for youth who traditionally would have left the community to find work. Leave Shandia community knowing your visit is creating opportunities for a new generation in the community and contributing to the preservation of their culture.

Shandia Community Lodge

Stay overnight at the Shandia Indigenous lodge located in the Ecuadorian Amazon. With the support of Planeterra, the community has developed new culturally immersive tours led by the village’s youth. Watch a chocolate making demonstration and learn about their cultivation of cacao and their traditional agriculture practices.

Meals of local ingredients grown in the village are prepared by women who were provided with culinary training through the project. Leave Shandia Indigenous lodge knowing your visit is creating opportunities for a whole new generation of people in this community to improve their lives, and the lives of their children and grandchildren.

Day 3 - Tena

Tena

Navigate the wild Jatunyaku River in the surrounding lush cloud forest. The cool water and air make this an excellent change from the tropical Amazon climate. Return to Tena for the night.

Accommodation – Shandia Lodge (or similar)

Meals – Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Experiences

Jatunyacu River Whitewater Rafting Excursion – Río Jatunyacu

Experience the thrill of whitewater rafting on a full-day excursion on River Jatunyacu, a wide and relatively calm waterway, with some large waves. Take on Class 3+ rapids, which include a good balance of rapids and open water. Give it a try, even if new to the sport – this experience is accessible for anyone without any previous rafting experience.

Day 4 - Tena to Baños

Tena to Baños

Travel by local bus to Baños, a town surrounded by lush cloud forest. In the afternoon, you will visit Pailón del Diablo and walk up the winding steps to the waterfall.

Then, visit the famous Casa del Arbol perched on a hilltop where you can see Volcán Tungurahua on a clear day. Perhaps test your fear of heights and try one of the swings that whoosh over the huge drop below dubbed the “edge of the world”.

Accommodation – Shandia Lodge (or similar)

Meals – Breakfast

Experiences

Pailon del Diablo Waterfall Visit

El Pailón del Diablo is located about 30 minutes outside of Baños. The Spanish name translates to “The Devil’s Cauldron” in English. These powerful falls are 80m high and pull their strength from Rio Verde. The group will take a short walk to the falls before returning to the van.

Visit Casa del Arbol – Baños

Perched on a hilltop behind Baños is La Casa del Arbol, sporting epic views of the Tungurahua volcano on a clear day. It was used previously to monitor the volcano’s activity, but now has become a popular attraction because of the iconic image of a swing attached to the treehouse.

Visit the viewpoint where you can choose to try whooshing over the abyss for yourself to feel the thrill of swinging on the edge of the world.

Optional Activities

Hot Springs – Baños

Soak weary muscles in the thermal baths that Baños is famous for. Head to hot springs at the base of Tungurahua Volcano, which means “little hell” in Quichua, or try some of the baths fed by the melt waters of Tungurahua’s glaciated flanks. Rise before the sun for an early soak – watching the sun peak over the mountains while relaxing in the warm waters is definitely worth the early start.

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Day 5 - Baños and Llanganates National Park

Baños and Llanganates National Park

Transfer by private vehicle to the start point of the trek into Llanganates National Park. Enjoy spectacular scenery of the Tunguragua Volcano while trekking into the park through lush cloud forest. Spend the night camping under the stars enjoying nature at its best.

Accommodation – Shandia Lodge (or similar)

Meals – Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Experiences

Llanganates National Park Trek

Embark on an exhilarating trek in the Andean moorland of Llanganates National Park, famous for its amazing landscapes and storied mystery. Legend has it that the Inca General Ruminahui has a large sum of gold hidden somewhere in the Tungurahua mountain range.

Start the hike at 3,200m (10,498 ft) above sea level and travel upwards to 3,800m (12,467 ft). See a variety of changes in vegetation while trekking to higher elevations. Expect stunning views of the Tungurahua Volcano and the Sangay Volcano (if visibility is good). You could see some varieties of birds and the Spectacled Bear.

On the way to camp, cross through communities such as El Triunfo and Cruz Loma. Later in the day you will arrive at the campsite which is at 2600 meters above sea level. Spend a night camping at a local trout farm in the National Park with the opportunity to catch and prepare fresh fish.

Day 6 - Baños and Llanganates National Park

Baños and Llanganates National Park

Rise early and continue trekking in Llanganates National Park before returning to Baños in the afternoon. Opt to visit the local hot springs.

Continue trekking and return by foot to the entrance of Llanganates National Park to take a transfer back to Baños. Opt to visit local hot springs to relax and rest aching muscles or continue the adventure with canyoning.

Accommodation – Camp at Llanganates National Park

Meals – Breakfast

Experiences

Llanganates National Park Trek

Wake up and take in the amazing landscape of the Llanganates National Park from the comfort of your tents. After breakfast at camp, continue trekking and enjoy the magnificent views while descending through this unique environment.

Start at 3,800m (12,467 ft) and return to the entrance to the park. It will take around 4-5 hours along trails through the canyon of the Rio Verde Chico. Today’s trek ends in the parish of Ulba sitting at 1750 metres about sea level. Transfer back to Baños from here.

Optional Activities

Baños Canyoning Adventure

Jump, slide, rappel, swim and float around Cascadas de Chamana on this canyoning adventure, while enjoying the stunning scenery near Sangay National Park. Please keep in mind this is a level 4/5 physical activity. Good mobility and a strong fitness level are required for you to have an enjoyable experience.

Day 7 - Baños to Cotopaxi

Baños to Cotopaxi

Depart early from Baños and travel by bus to a hacienda near Cotopaxi Volcano. Later, take part in a horseback riding or biking excursion.

Enjoy a free morning in Baños to explore the area on foot or take on one of the many optional activities that the region has to offer. After lunch, travel by public bus through spectacular Andean scenery arriving at a hacienda, near the base of Cotopaxi Volcano. Enjoy a choice between a biking excursion through Polilepys forest or horseback riding with views of the volcano.

Accommodation – Tierra del Volcan Lodge (or similar)

Meals – Breakfast

Experiences

Time to choose your own adventure! The choice is yours between biking through Polilepys forest or horseback riding to a volcano viewpoint. Take in amazing views of one of the world’s highest active volcanoes, and keep an eye out for wildlife along the way.

Optional Activities

Hot Springs – Baños

Day 8 - Cotopaxi to Quito

Cotopaxi to Quito

In the morning, head into Cotopaxi National Park for a guided tour and spectacular views. After a box lunch at Limpiopungo Lake, return to Quito for a final night in the city.

First thing in the morning, travel by private van into the national park to start the trek up to the refuge. Take in changing park scenery, and keep an eye out for wildlife along the way. Visit Limpiopungo lake for a boxed lunch. Enjoy lunch and catch your breath before transferring back to the capital city for a final night out on the town.

Accommodation – Hotel Eugenia (or similar)

Meals – Breakfast and lunch

Experiences

Cotopaxi National Park Visit

Visit Cotopaxi National Park, home to Cotopaxi Volcano, which stands at 5,897m (19,342 ft). The beautiful cone-shaped, snow-covered volcano is Ecuador’s second highest peak and the highest active volcano in the world.

Keep an eye out for park wildlife, including condors, foxes, deer, spectacled bears, and more. For those who want to hike, there are options available (weather permitting). Please ensure you have proper hiking shoes or boots, a waterproof/windproof jacket and warm hats and gloves. Hike is approximately 1.5 hours.

Day 9 - Quito

Quito

Depart at any time.

Meals – breakfast

We recommend booking pre or post nights in Quito for additional time to explore. The optional activities may require additional time, speak to your experience officer for assistance booking these activities on trip.

Optional Activities

Enjoy spectacular views of Quito from this sky tram up Volcán Pichincha. Choose to go for a hike at the top, or just come along for the ride.

Quito City Tour & Equator Line

Enjoy a city tour of Quito. Visit the Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with stops at the Basilica del Voto Nacional, La Compañia Church, San Francisco Square, Plaza Grande and the Panecillo, a towering statue of the virgin of Quito who looks out over a stunning view of the city. Drive 25km (16 mi) north of Quito to the Middle of the World, latitude 0º. Stand with one foot in each hemisphere.

Please note that this tour starts at 8 a.m. and ends around 5 p.m.

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Visitors arriving in Quito will likely feel the effects of the altitude. Symptoms include shortness of breath, headaches, general lethargy, and a reduced appetite. This is no cause for alarm; it is simply your body’s way of coping with the altitude. It may take a little time to acclimatize, but before long you probably will not even notice it. Take it easy for the first day or two, and reduce alcohol and cigarette consumption to minimize the effects. Be sure to drink plenty of water and do not attempt too much in any given day.

What’s Included

Your G for Good Moment: Shandia Biking & Community Experience, Shandia
Your G for Good Moment: Shandia Community Lodge, Shandia
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment – Meet Your CEO and Group
Whitewater rafting excursion on the Jatunyaku River in the Amazon Jungle (full-day)
Pailon del Diablo Waterfall Visit
Casa del Arbol Visit
Trekking in Llanganates National Park
Mountain bike excursion
Camp includes tent and sleeping bag
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodations

Hotels (7 nts), camping (1 nt).

Meals

8 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
Allow USD145-190 for meals not included.

Transportation

Public bus, private vehicle, hiking, biking, rafting.

Staff & experts

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

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There are so many and we cater for everyone so it may be a case of a leisurely Out of London trip to Stonehenge or you may want the buzz and excitement of a theatre tour of London – all the glitz and glamour is there. Out of London, we offer all sorts of adventures: Roman Baths, Shakespeare country, the Royal Pavilion, Brighton – you name it. Same with London – we don’t just do the round London tours – we can take you to Kew Gardens or we can take you on an expedition on the roof of the O2 Dome to the platform at the top offering spectacular views.

So we offer Out of London, Around London, Theatre and Hotels and then there are the spectacular Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day tours – what a way to celebrate the fun season.