Ecuador multi-activity tour 8D/7N Itinerary 2026

Start early and head south to Cotopaxi National Park, home to one of the highest active volcanoes in the world.

Enjoy a downhill biking experience through volcanic landscapes, riding along dirt roads surrounded by ash fields and Andean grasslands. The ride finishes near the scenic Limpiopungo Lake, with views of mountains and pine forest.

Overnight in Isinliví, a small village in the heart of the Andes.

After breakfast, begin a scenic hike through the Andes.

Walk for around 5 hours, passing valleys, farms, and small indigenous communities. Along the way, you’ll experience rural life and meet locals in their daily environment.

Arrive in Chugchilán for the night.

Today’s hike takes you to one of Ecuador’s most beautiful sights.

Walk from Chugchilán to Quilotoa Crater Lake, surrounded by steep volcanic walls. At the end of the trail, enjoy the view of its striking turquoise waters—a true highlight of the Andes.

Later, continue to Baños for the night.

Spend the morning exploring the famous Valley of the Waterfalls.

Visit the impressive Pailón del Diablo, one of the most powerful waterfalls in Ecuador. In the afternoon, choose an optional activity such as horse riding or canyoning in the surrounding mountains.

Travel down from the Andes into the Amazon Rainforest, reaching the town of Tena.

From here, continue by canoe to your jungle lodge. After lunch, begin your first jungle activity with a visit to Caiman Lagoon, where you may spot wildlife.

Start the day with a guided hike through the rainforest.

Walk through dense jungle for around 3 hours, learning about plants, wildlife, and local traditions. With luck, you may spot monkeys and birds.

Later, enjoy river tubing on the Arajuno River. End the day with a chocolate experience, learning how cacao is turned into chocolate.

Today brings adventure on the Jatunyacu River, one of Ecuador’s best rafting spots.

After a safety briefing, spend around 4 hours on the river, navigating rapids surrounded by jungle and canyons.

In the afternoon, return to the mountains and stay near Papallacta, where you can relax in natural hot springs.

On your final day, visit the remote Antisana Reserve.

Enjoy light hiking and look out for wildlife, including the famous Andean condor. On clear days, you’ll also have views of the snow-capped Antisana Volcano.

In the afternoon, return to Quito, where your adventure comes to an end.