LAKES & RUCU PICHINCHA
Mirrors of Water & Fire
The Ecuadorian Andes offer a unique landscape of volcanic lagoons with turquoise waters. This program is the perfect combination of cultural tourism and physical preparation.
Mission
ARRIVAL IN QUITO (2850 M)
Reception at Mariscal Sucre Airport and transfer to the hotel. Briefing and gear review for the upcoming days.
QUILOTOA LAKE TOUR (3900 M)
Travel via Panamericana South. Hike to the Toachi River Canyon viewpoint and descent to the shore of the turquoise lagoon.
CUICOCHA LAKE (3068 M) - OTAVALO
Visit to the sacred lake at the foot of Cotacachi volcano. Hike along the viewpoints and stop in Otavalo market.
MOJANDA LAKES (4263 M)
Exploration of the three high-altitude lakes (Caricocha, Huarmicocha, Yanacocha). Outdoor picnic and acclimatization hike.
RUCU PICHINCHA VOLCANO SUMMIT (4696 M)
Ascent to Quito's iconic peak. Cable car approach and final climb through the sandy slopes. Perfect training.
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