Private Day-Trip to Antisana Reserve Ecological Reserve
Submerge deep into the Andean Páramo in the Antisana Ecological Reserve with this biking and hiking day trip. Observe Andean birds in Secas Lagoon. Hike around La Mica Lagoon and enjoy an exciting bike trip back to Pintag. Antisana Ecological Reserve is home to a wide variety of life and is considered one of the ten "hot spots" of the world. Get close to nature and explore the Ecuadorian highlands with a full adventure itinerary.
Options
Group Tour - (Min. 5 pass.)
Group tour to Antisana Ecological Reserve. Minimum of 5 travelers requiered.
Pickup included
What's included in Private Day-Trip to Antisana Reserve Ecological Reserve
(Subject to Option Inclusions)The guide will pick you up at your hotel of stay in Quito. Travel by van to the Antisana Ecological Reserve. Stop at la Laguna de Secas. Make a short stop in the Antisana Páramo for bird watching to spot the famous Andean Condor (depends on weather) Continue towards La Mica Lagoon and get an explanation of the place. Hike on one of the two main trails: Trail of Condors for 2 hours or Trail Micaloma for 1 hour. After the hike, ride 7 km back and get on the bikes for a 12.5 km of downhill biking back towards Pintag. Here we'll have Lunch in the local restaurant. Return to Quito. Drop off at the original departure point. Climate: The weather in the Antisana Reserve is unpredictable so please bring warm and waterproof clothing. The Reserve’s highest point is 4,000 masl and the temperatures usually hovers around the 12°so we recommen acclimatizing at least one day. Please, don’t make this excursion your first one right after arriving Ecuador. The hike and the bike ride are moderate and you need no climbing expertise, however, we do recommend getting a good night sleep the night before.
Inclusions
- Basic Biking Equipment (Bikes, Helmets)
- Bilingual professional guide
- Transport to/from Quito (hotels within the urban perimeter ONLY) - Antisana Ecological Reserve
- Lunch
- Additional food and drinks.
- Gratuities
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather or events beyond our control (force mejeure) no refunds are applicable.
- Important: we recommend you to bring warm clothes (layers), eater-proof jacket, gloves, sunscreen, hat, hiking shoes, extra pair of socks, extra pants, sunglasses, sun cream and walking stick, water bottle
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Departure Point: Your hotel of stay in Quito Directions: Your Hotel in Quito (hotels within the urban perimeter ONLY) Dates: Every Day Return point: Original departure point IMPORTANT NOTE: A voucher will be sent with the exact place and time to start the tour.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Emergency ONLY phone number (local): (593) 992747880 NOTE: This day tour is subject to availability and last minute changes due to forces beyond our control (force majeure) - no refunds will be applicable in this case. This tour is not private - travelers will share the services with a group of fellow travelers (max 12 per group) NOTE (IMPORTANT): The following info from each traveler is a compulsory requirement in order to be included in the supplier’s insurance. Please provide this information as soon as possible (before travel date). Names (as they appear on the passport): Passport Number: Date of Birth: Emergency Phone Number: * If travelers fail to provide this information two days prior to date of travel, the health insurance cannot NOT be applied. NOTE (travel insurance age restriction): Travel insurance for this tour is applicable to travelers up to 69 years old ONLY. We encourage travelers of more the 69 years to hire private travel insurance, as unfortunately, they will not be covered with ours. INCLUDES: Bilingual Professional Guide Transportation from Quito and back (at your hotel of stay) Guided Hike and Bike ride in Antisana Ecological Reserve (Basic biking equipment: Bike, helmet) Lunch (no a la carte) NOT INCLUDED Other Meals Cost of extra activities not listed in the itinerary Tips & gratuities (optional)
