Paramo Nature Tour Ecuador Highlands Experience
Duration
3 days
Max Group Size
16
Departure Type
Scheduled
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
moderate
Operated In
English, Spanish
Age Requirement
1 - 100 Ages
About this tour
Immerse yourself in the magic of the páramo and discover the life of a chagra as you explore the impressive lands of Igualata. Here, nature will give you unforgettable views of the imposing volcanoes and snow-capped peaks such as Tungurahua, Cotopaxi, Chimborazo, and Carihuayrazo.
An experiential experience at Hacienda Hipolongo.
Live a day in Andean style with authentic activities:
Feed farm animals and learn about rural life.
Harvest fresh vegetables and connect with the land.
Enjoy local gastronomy, with flavors that tell stories.
And when night falls, get warm by the campfire, where the cold of the páramo dissipates with ancestral stories such as the Santísima Cruz de Mayo (Holy Cross of May).
A trip that will make you feel the essence of the páramo and its people. Ready for an adventure?
Route
Starts from
Ecuador
Ends in
Ecuador
What makes this tour special
Itinerary
Start of tour: 08:00 a.m.
Our adventure begins heading to the charming city of Ambato, where we will take a short city tour through its historic center. We will walk through its streets full of history and tradition, visit some of its most representative buildings and, of course, taste the famous Cathedral Ice Cream.
Then, we will continue our trip to Hacienda Hipolongo Cruz de Mayo, where we will live the authentic experience of a chagra (Andean horseman).
Upon arrival, we will settle into our rooms and enjoy a delicious typical lunch. Afterward, we will have time to relax before we visit the main church of Quero and its surroundings. Later, we will visit the artisanal brewery La Quereñita, the only one in the area that produces potato-based craft beer.
In the evening, we will enjoy a comforting dinner and close the day by the warmth of the fireplace, listening to fascinating stories and legends of the hacienda.
We wake up with a pure páramo style breakfast at 08:00 a.m., charging us with energy for a day full of activities.
We will start with a walk in the pine forest, located in the upper part of the hacienda. With a little luck, we will be able to spot eagles, wolves, rabbits, and even wild cattle in their natural habitat.
On the way back, a delicious typical lunch awaits us. Afterward, we will experience the chagra tradition with a horseback riding lesson (subject to the availability of horses at the hacienda) and participate in experiential activities, where we will learn about life in the páramo and the daily work of the chagras.
After a well-deserved rest, we will enjoy a delicious dinner and again gather by the fireplace to share stories of yesteryear under the starry sky of the páramo.
We will start our last day with an energizing breakfast at 08:00 am. Afterward, we will collect our belongings and bid farewell to the hacienda to embark on our return to Quito, where our experience will come to an end.
✨ Three days of connection with nature, tradition, and adventure await you at Vientos de Páramo! ✨
Trip includes
Included
Cozy accommodation: Shared rooms at the historic Hacienda Hipolongo.
Expert guides for an unforgettable experience:
- Bilingual national guide (Spanish and English).
- Local guide from Hacienda Hipolongo who will tell you stories and secrets of the páramo.
Guiding Method
Fully guided
English
SpanishGastronomic delights included!
- 2 typical lunches.
- 1 box lunch to enjoy in the middle of the páramo
- 2 dinners by the fireplace
- 2 breakfasts in chagra style
Vegan
Vegetarian
MeatComfortable and safe transportation:
- Quito - Hacienda Hipolongo - Quito.
- Transfer inside the hacienda to the pine forest.
Photos of the experience for you to relive every moment.
How to recognize your guide?
- At the meeting point, our guide will be waiting for you with a wine-colored hoodie with the Kunakkuna Experiences logo or a wine-colored umbrella with our name on it.
What to bring for maximum enjoyment?
- Camera or smartphone - capture the best moments!
- Sunblock, hat and sunglasses - the paramo sun can surprise you.
- Comfortable walking shoes - preferably rubber or leather boots.
- Woolen gloves, scarf and water poncho - the weather can change in minutes.
- Warm clothes - in Hipolongo temperatures can drop quite low.
- Binoculars (optional) - to observe eagles, rabbits and other animals of the páramo.
- Extra money - in case you want to take a souvenir or try something extra.
IMPORTANT: When making your reservation, please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions, allergies or the age of the passengers in order to provide you with the best experience.
Excluded
- Additional drinks at lunches, dinners, or box lunch.
- Extra consumption at La Quereñita Brewery.
- Services not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Tips
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