Mini stay / English speaking guide
Region to visit : Andes
Very beautiful trek — nature in its wild state. You feel small in those valleys. Best regards. John and brothers
John - 2/01/2022
Activities to do:
Hiking – Tourism and environmental discovery
Level 
Medium * From 550 $
Itinerary :
Day 1: Papallacta – Laguna Volcán
Departure to Tambo and preparation of the pack horses. Hike to Laguna Volcán (5 hours).
Dinner and overnight in a tent.
Day 2: Laguna Volcán – Antisana
Breakfast. Break camp — 6 hours of hiking — picnic lunch along the way — set up camp at the foot of Antisana volcano — dinner and overnight in a tent.
Day 3: Antisana – Sincholagua
Breakfast. Break camp — 7 hours of hiking — picnic lunch along the way — set up camp at the foot of Sincholagua — dinner and overnight in a tent.
Day 4: Sincholagua – Río Pita (near Cotopaxi Park)
Breakfast — break camp — 6 hours of hiking to the Río Pita, whose source is in Cotopaxi National Park — picnic lunch along the way.
In the afternoon, visit the Inca ruins near the campsite, which was formerly used as a military post by the Incas.
Day 5: Cotopaxi Refuge and glacier walk – Quito
Breakfast — break camp — ascent by private vehicle to José Ribas Refuge (4,800 m altitude) — glacier viewing — return to Quito by private transport — end of the program.
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Overnight in tent and meals (bottled water)
High-mountain guide
Transport
Mules and muleteers
Rubber boots
Tambo entrance fee
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
Practical advice:
Participants must have good acclimatization and solid physical fitness. This trek is carried out with mules and muleteers. No vehicle assistance will be possible, so loads must be limited to the strict minimum.
Some recommendations:
Be in good physical condition. Once on the route, it will be difficult to find an alternative way out.
In addition, excellent altitude acclimatization is essential, as we will camp some nights between 4,000 and 4,500 meters.
Mules cannot carry excessive loads, so unnecessary weight should be avoided.
We recommend bringing:
A change of clothes for the evening (1 pair of pants, 1 fleece, dry socks and T-shirts that will travel on the mule during the day)
1 spare pair of socks and T-shirt per day (in case of frequent rain)
A rain poncho and waterproof pants in case of heavy rain
A daily snack will be provided, consisting of:
Sandwich, sweet or savory biscuits, fruit, a chocolate bar, and half a liter of energy drink.
If you drink more liquids during the day, you will be able to refill your bottle at one of the many springs or rivers along the route. In that case, it is recommended to bring disinfecting tablets such as “Micro Pur.”
Precautions:
Due to the type of terrain, altitude, and reduced oxygen levels, participants must report any symptoms such as dizziness, headaches, excessive sweating, vomiting, or pain in the abdomen or chest. These symptoms may be related to altitude sickness. Once informed, the guide will take the necessary measures for your well-being and safety.
Note:
The program may be canceled or modified if the minimum number of participants is not reached, or if weather conditions or other exceptional circumstances affect the normal operation of the trip. In the event of natural disasters, social or political issues, road closures, or other situations, we will seek an alternative solution while trying to alter the program as little as possible. Otherwise, part of the program cost will be refunded after deducting expenses already incurred.
Very beautiful trek — nature in its wild state. You feel small in those valleys. Best regards. John and brothers
John - 2/01/2022
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