8-Day Mountain and River Tour (Montaña y Río)
Trip Highlights
Connect with nature through forest hikes
Cycle Cotopaxi trails with wild horses
Glamp beneath stars at Quilotoa Crater
Savor cuisine with local communities
Raft Jatunyacu and Jondachi Rivers
Stay in haciendas and jungle lodges
Discover jungle lagoons and waterfalls
Soak in Amazon natural hot springs
Journey from Andes to Amazon
Description
With a focus on adventure, wellness, reconnection, and discovering hidden gems in Ecuador, River People invites you on an unforgettable journey. Travel from the Highlands (Andes), beginning at a country hacienda with Raul, the man of the mountain, down to the Amazon basin with Alex and the River People team.
Featuring delicious meals and overnight stays in breathtaking locations, this is a truly off-the-beaten-path experience in Ecuador.
Itinerary
Pick-up at Quito Airport
Transfer to Sierra Alisos Lodge
Welcome beverage & dinner
Introduction to the week’s itinerary
Morning forest and sound bath ceremony
Breakfast with mountain views
Guided hike through Pasochoa Wildlife Reserve
Traditional Ecuadorian lunch in Machachi
Evening meal and conservation talk
Bike ride in Cotopaxi National Park
Box lunch by Limpiopungo Lake
Scenic transfer via “Hidden Ecuador” route
Hike to Shalala viewpoint
Set up glamping at Quilotoa Crater
Dinner with local community
Hike the Quilotoa Crater rim
Ecuadorian food tasting in Latacunga
Transfer to Cedro Soñado in Patate
Overnight stay with dinner
Breakfast with volcano views
Farewell Andes lunch
Meet the River People team
Scenic drive via Sacred Waterfalls
Optional spa visit
Arrival at River People Jungle Lodge
Visit to jungle lagoon and waterfall
White-water rafting on Jatunyacu River
Riverside buffet lunch
Return to River People Lodge for dinner
Rafting through untouched primary rainforest
Riverside lunch
Overnight stay at remote Hollín River Lodge
Jungle hike to meet vehicle
Hot springs visit
Transfer to Quito
End of tour
Tour Info
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Why take this tour?
This 7-night / 8-day Andes-to-Amazon expedition is perfect for travelers looking to immerse themselves in Ecuador’s diverse ecosystems and cultures. Designed for adventurers, nature lovers, and wellness seekers, this off-the-beaten-path journey brings you from high-altitude Andean peaks to the lush Amazon basin. You'll hike, bike, raft, eat, reflect, and reconnect—with nature, local communities, and yourself. With the expert guidance of Raul and the River People team, this is more than a tour—it’s a transformative experience.
Included
All accommodation (hacienda, glamping, jungle lodges)
All meals and non-alcoholic beverages
Local guides (Andes and Amazon)
White-water rafting equipment
All entrance fees and activities
Airport transfers and ground transportation
Photography throughout the trip
Excluded
International airfare
Tips and gratuities
Alcoholic beverages
Personal travel insurance
Optional spa services
Fishing license (not required for this itinerary)
Frequently asked questions
Things to know
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 30 days before departure
Free cancellation up to 30 days before departure
What to Bring
Comfortable hiking shoes, swimwear, sunscreen, insect repellent, reusable water bottle, layers for varying climates
Comfortable hiking shoes, swimwear, sunscreen, insect repellent, reusable water bottle, layers for varying climates
Physical Requirements
Moderate activity level; rafting and hiking involved
Moderate activity level; rafting and hiking involved
Covid-19
Follow local health protocols; masks not currently required
Follow local health protocols; masks not currently required
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