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Ecuador

Multisport Tours

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Amazon and Highlands Multisport, 6 days
(By mountain bike, foot, raft, horseback and canoe)

A complete multisport experience down to the Amazon and back to the highlands. Includes a hot springs resort in the Andes, the thrill of whitewater rafting on the upper Napo river, canoe exploration on the lower section to Quechua Indigenous communities, mountain biking in the Patate cloud forest, and a stunning horseback riding experience in Cotopaxi National Park.

DAY 1: DOWN TO THE AMAZON - PAPALLACTA HOT SPRINGS
Depart Quito toward the eastern slopes of the Andes crossing the ridge at the 4000 m level surrounded by Andean scenery. Visit the Papallacta hot springs resort to enjoy a soothing bath in the hot-steaming pools. Continue down to the Tena region and visit the Amazonic Park before check-in to our jungle lodge. (L, D)

DAY 2: JUNGLE RAFTING ON THE JATUNYACU RIVER
Start with a jungle trek in the Llanganates National Park to natural swimming pools where we can relax before the river descent. We will navigate our way down the Jatunyacu river through big waves, fun holes and large volumes of water, on this Class III+ river. Breathtaking landscapes and abundant bird life are natural features along the way. Spend the evening relaxing at our jungle lodge. (B, L, D)

DAY 3: CANOE EXPLORATION ON THE ARAJUNO RIVER
A motorised canoe will take you down to the Arajuno River as we enjoy stunning views of the tropical rainforest. We will learn about the multiple Quechua Indian communities settled along the shore and visit the Amazon Animal Rescue Center before returning to our jungle lodge. (B, L, D)

DAY 4: EXPLORE THE BAÑOS CLOUDFOREST
We travel south to Puyo and visit the Fatima Animal Center to learn more about jungle wildlife. We continue up the stunning Pastaza river gorge and visit some of Baños' most amazing waterfalls. Explore the picturesque town of Baños overlooked by the active Tungurahua volcano. Spend the night at an hacienda in Patate cloudforest valley (B, L, D)

DAY 5: MOUNTAIN BIKING PATATE
Kick off the day cycling in the Patate cloudforest descending through the beautiful valley of the Patate River with impressive views to the Tungurahua volcano. In the afternoon, drive back north through the highlands to our hacienda hotel, near Cotopaxi national park. (B, L, D)

DAY 6: HORSEBACK RIDING IN COTOPAXI
We prepare our horses and gear to ride up the Rumiñahui volcano slopes with stunning views to the Cotopaxi National Park. We ride for several hours and learn about the local cowboy (Chagra) lifestlye. We also visit Limpiopungo glacier lake and the Inca ruins as we look out for Andean wildlife. Transfer drive back to Quito. (B, L)

2007-2008 PRICE PER PERSON: 2 people = US$1318, 3 = $987, 4 = $835, 5 = $740

INCLUDED: Private transportation, mountain biking equipment, rafting equipment, all safety equipment, overnight accommodations, professional bilingual guide and meals as indicated.

NOT INCLUDED: hotel & restaurant beverages, National Park entrance fees and tips/gratuities.

IMPORTANT FACTS:
Level: Moderate
TRAVEL TIME: 1 to 5 hours per day
SEASON: All year, except June
ALTITUDE: 500 m to 4800 m
AVERAGE TEMPERATURE HIGHLANDS: DAY 8-24ºC, NIGHT 5-12ºC
AVERAGE TEMPERATURE CLOUDFOREST: DAY 16-30ºC, NIGHT 16-20ºC
AVERAGE TEMPERATURE AMAZON: DAY 20-35ºC, NIGHT 18- 22ºC
SUGGESTED: Non-cotton trekking gear, sun block, bathing suit and mosquito repellent

Western Andes Multisport, 3 days
(By mountain bike, foot and raft)

Cruise down the slopes of the Guagua Pichincha volcano. Witness the spectacular changes of scenery and vegetation as you descend into the misty cloud forest. Spend the night in beautiful cloud forest lodge and a day trekking and exploring one of the most bio-diverse forests in the world. Finally, go rafting down the thunderous waters of the Blanco River.

DAY 1: MOUNTAIN BIKING TO MINDO
Start biking near the town of Nono on the road behind the Guagua Pichincha volcano on a smooth uphill incline up to 3,300 m level. Next, a thrilling descent into the cloud forest lasting approximately 3 or 4 hours takes us to our lodge near the Mindo cloudforest reserve. Spend the evening enjoying the night sounds of the forest. (L, D)

DAY 2: CLOUD FOREST TREK
Explore the Mindo cloudforest reserve and the nearby valleys filled with over 450 species of birds including the well known Cock of the Rock. Visit waterfalls, stunning primary cloud forest with a variety of orchids and butterflies. Return to the lodge in the afternoon for a relaxing evening in our forest cabins. (B, L, D)

DAY 3: RAFTING ON THE BLANCO RIVER
Day three starts off on the Blanco River. Spanish for "white", the river gets its name from the continuous flow of white rapids. After a safety briefing we will navigate 30 km of Class III - III+ rapids and waves, admiring the breathtaking rainforest and abundant bird life, possibly encountering the southern river otter. In the afternoon we return to Quito. (B, L)

2007-2008 Price per person in US$: 2 people = $497 each, 3 = $385 each, 4 = $350 each, 5 = $330 each

INCLUDES: Private transportation, overnight accommodations, rafting equipment, biking equipment, professional bilingual guide and meals as indicated.

NOT INCLUDED: Hotel & restaurant beverages, tips/gratuities.

IMPORTANT FACTS:
Level: Moderate
TRAVEL TIME: 2 to 3 hours per day
SEASON: All year . Can start on any day.
ALTITUDE: 3300 m to 500 m
AVERAGE TEMPERATURE HIGHLANDS: Day 8-24ºC
AVERAGE TEMPERATURE CLOUDFOREST: Day 18-30ºC, night 14-20ºC, high humidity
SUGGESTED: non-cotton trekking gear, hat, sunglasses, sun block and mosquito repellent
WHITEWATER CLASSIFICATION: Class I - easy, Class II - novice, Class III - intermediate