Mini stay / English speaking guide
Region to visit : Andes
Activities to do:
Hiking – Tourism and environmental discovery
Level 
Medium * From 570 $
Itinerary :
Day 1: RIOBAMBA or BAÑOS – INGUISAY
Departure from Riobamba or Baños at 10:00 a.m. towards Inguisay. Picnic lunch at midday. Loading of camping equipment onto pack horses and departure towards our base camp: Machay de Mandur (approximately 4 hours of hiking). Set up of the camp at 4,000 meters above sea level. Dinner and overnight in tents.
Day 2: EL ALTAR LAGOONS
Breakfast. Hike to the lagoons of El Altar: Estrellada Lagoon, Verde Cocha, and Negra Pacha (approximately 6 hours of walking). Picnic lunch at midday. Depending on the physical condition of the participants, we may continue on to Mandur Lagoon. In the afternoon, return to the campsite. Dinner and overnight in tents.
Day 3: CAMP – INGUISAY – RIOBAMBA or BAÑOS
Breakfast. Dismantling of the camp and, around 9:00 a.m., descent to Inguisay. Picnic lunch and return to Riobamba or Baños.
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Overnight in a mountain refuge, meals included (bottled water)
English-speaking high-mountain guide
Transportation
Pack horses and muleteers on days 1 and 3
Sleeping bag (rental: USD 5 per day)
Rain poncho and waterproof pants
Personal equipment
Departures every day
Departures are confirmed with a minimum of 2 participants
Precautions
Due to the type of terrain and the altitude, as well as the reduced amount of oxygen, participants must report any symptoms such as dizziness, headaches, excessive sweating, vomiting, or pain in the abdominal or chest area. These symptoms are related to altitude sickness, and once informed, the guide will take the necessary measures to ensure your well-being and safety.
Note
The program may be cancelled or modified if the minimum number of participants is not reached, or if weather conditions or other exceptional circumstances affect the proper operation of the tour. In the event of natural disasters, social or political problems, road closures, or similar situations, we will seek an alternative solution while altering the program as little as possible; otherwise, a partial refund will be issued after deducting incurred expenses.
General Information and Requirements
Minimum age: 10 years
Required physical condition: Good
Required experience: Not necessary
Altitude: From 3,000 to 4,500 meters
Difficulty level: Moderate
Walking time: 4 to 6 hours per day
Total program duration: 3 days
Terrain type: páramo, dirt and muddy trails, marshy areas, rock, and snow near the glacier
Elevation gain: 1,400 meters
Climate: Partly cloudy with possible isolated showers, especially between October and May. The rest of the year is drier with moderate winds
Location: Eastern Cordillera
Required Clothing
Gloves, hat, waterproof jacket and pants, thermal clothing, good trekking boots, and rubber boots.
Change of clothes for the evening (1 pair of pants, 1 fleece, socks, and dry T-shirts carried by mule during the day).
1 extra pair of socks and one spare T-shirt per day (in case of frequent rain).
Rain poncho and waterproof pants in case of heavy rain.
Recommended Personal Equipment
Small backpack, trekking poles, sunglasses, sunscreen, rain poncho, and waterproof pants.
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