Archidona: Amazon All Included 4d/3n

Huasquila Andes Amazon Tour: 4 Days, 3 Nights in Ecuador’s Andes and Amazon Region

This tour combines adventure, cultural immersion, and relaxation through the Andes and Amazon rainforest, suitable for travelers interested in nature and indigenous culture.

Highlights

• Relax in thermal hot springs
• Jungle hike with waterfalls
• Make your own Amazonian chocolate
• Participate in traditional Kichwa culture
• Enjoy canoeing, tubing, and visit the Amazoonico rescue center

Description

Begin with a scenic drive from Quito to the Papallacta hot springs, where you can soak in warm mineral-rich waters surrounded by the Andes. After lunch, continue to Huasquila Lodge in the Amazon basin for a three-night stay. In the afternoon, a guided hike leads through the rainforest to a waterfall, with opportunities to learn about local medicinal plants and biodiversity. The evening includes a hands-on chocolate-making experience using traditional Ecuadorian cacao methods.

On the second day, a three-hour hike takes you to a 120-meter cave inhabited by bats and other wildlife, followed by a swim at a nearby 14-meter waterfall. In the afternoon, visit a Kichwa community to experience traditional music, dance, and chicha preparation, gaining insight into their culture. A night walk concludes the day with sightings of frogs, insects, and bioluminescent mushrooms.

The third day features a Napo River adventure with canoeing, tubing, and a visit to the giant Ceibo tree. Explore the Amazoonico rescue center, home to rehabilitated animals, and visit the caiman lagoon before returning to the lodge.

On the final day, return to Quito with a stop at a private Andean reserve for hiking and birdwatching. Enjoy a final lunch surrounded by nature before transfer to your hotel or airport.

This tour offers a balanced mix of Ecuador’s natural landscapes, wildlife, and indigenous traditions with comfortable accommodations and expert guides.

Includes

• Roundtrip transportation between Huasquila and Quito (or Baños)
• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner from check-in to check-out, including soft drinks
• Unlimited water from dispensers
• All activities listed in the itinerary
• English-speaking guide
• Entrance fees and transportation for tours
• Pool towels and use of facilities
• All taxes included
• Rubber boots (sizes 35 to 45)

Excludes

• Beverages (alcoholic and additional non-alcoholic drinks beyond included soft drinks)
• Rain poncho
• Rubber boots for children
• Tips
• Travel insurance
• Souvenir purchases

Cancellation Policy

Full refund available for cancellations made up to 24 hours in advance.

For the best experience, bring insect repellent, comfortable hiking shoes, swimwear, and a camera. The ideal time to visit is during the dry season from June to September. Book in advance to secure your place on this multi-activity tour.