Adaptability and a passion for adventure are imperative. Although we won't take you bungee jumping or to a Disney simulated jungle, we will offer you the opportunity for real adventure involving genuine relationships and interactions with the peoples and places in this incredible country. Discover Ecuador's cultural norms in a crash course before exploring Quito, the city of eternal spring, bustling streets, artisans with vibrant wares and international cuisine with an Ecuadorian flare. We'll spend time familiarizing you with getting around in Quito and then turn you loose with the option to spend the afternoon visiting the cultural museum with us. Spend the morning exploring the glaciated toe of a 19,000 foot volcano with spectacular views of the high Andes and down their eastern side to the Amazon basin.
Afternoon brings the option for several thousand feet of mountain bike descent on country roads.
End the day soaking your muscles in a natural hotspring. We will descend the Eastern side of the Andes passing through high green rolling 'paramo', lush vegetated cloud forest and finally dropping into the rainforest. Travel to a rainforest colonist town to enjoy home cooked meals, hot showers and the best ice cream in all of Ecuador. After dinner cultural presentation and discussion with a seasoned local guide. Head to the river for a day of whitewater rafting excitement.