Included:

• • An experienced, local hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area
  • 6-day hiking Ecuador volcanoes adventure
  • Accommodation for 5 nights in lodges, hostels, and haciendas based on double or triple occupancy
  • For group tours, transportation from and to Quito’s meeting point at Dann
  • Carlton Hotel located at República de El Salvador and Irlanda streets at 7am
  • For private tours, pick-up in front of your hotel in Quito’s Urban Zone
  • Meals indicated in the itinerary (5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners)
  • Water and snacks
  • Black diamond hiking poles
  • Fees for reserves and museums
  • 24/7 assistance in English, Dutch, and Spanish

Not included:

• • Flights
  • Airport transfers
  • Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Drinks
  • Accommodations before and after the trip
  • Mules at Quilotoa on the way back to the top of the crater (optional)
  • Extra and optional activities
  • Guide gratuities — optional
  • Travel and medical insurance — mandatory

This adventure of hiking Ecuadorian volcanoes is rated moderate, which means that a good fitness level is required. Experience is not a prerequisite, but please keep in mind that trekking lasts 4 to 6 hours a day, covering between 11.2-14.4 km / 7-9 mi on every segment.

The average daily elevation change will be 457 m / 1,500 ft. Maximum elevation is 2,934 m (9,262 ft). Transport and support is always available in case someone wants to take a break or just wants to avoid the uphill.

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Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:

• • Day pack large enough to carry everything you might need throughout the day (around a 25-40L bag)
  • Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity)
  • Lightweight hiking boots or shoes
  • Comfortable hiking clothes
  • Spare clothes for layering
  • Windproof and waterproof jacket and pants
  • Sunhat
  • Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, lip balm, etc.)
  • Headlamp or flashlight
  • Sunglasses
  • Pocket money
  • Passport
  • Camera — optional (but recommended)

Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

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Group sizes and pricing

• • For this hiking Ecuador volcanoes adventure, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 5:1.
  • It takes a minimum of 2 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 10 participants.
  • The cost per person decreases as the group grows, so it’s the perfect opportunity to hike with friends and family! Group tours with fixed departures are available, as well as private tours.

Hiking in Ecuador can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

Min. age requirements

• • If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
  • Minors older than 12 may be permitted to join the hike on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.

If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

The starting point of your hiking adventure of Ecuadorian volcanoes is Quito. To get there, most people fly into Quito Airport (UIO). From there, you can take a shuttle service, public transport, or rent a car to reach Quito.

Once you’re there, you will meet your guide at the Dann Carlton Hotel, located at República de El Salvador and Irlanda streets at 7am, if you’re joining a group departure.

If you’re going on a private tour, the guides will pick you up in front of your hotel in Quito’s Urban Zone.

In both cases, your guide will provide more information before the adventure starts.

Due to the fact that the adventure begins quite early on Day 1, it’s recommended that you arrive in Quito at least a day before the adventure starts.

Covering all your bases with insurance is mandatory. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.

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