Ecuador Eco Expedition 2023 (6 day)
Ocean Safari divers may be very familiar with Ecuador’s famous Galapagos islands, but the rest of Ecuador also offers many more adventures to visit and experience. One of 17 recognized megadiverse countries, Ecuador is rich in both the natural landscape and cultural heritage. Join us on a 6-day eco trip that takes our past experience and Ecuador trip operators’ expertise to present you with the heart of Ecuador. On this special trip, we will be exploring places such as the High Andes, Cloud Forest, the Amazon Rainforest, historical Inca cultural heritage sites, participating in high energy activities like whitewater rafting, mountain biking, and horseback riding, and relaxing in and around truly unique spots like live volcanoes and hot springs. We’ll be staying in haciendas and boutique hotels accompanied by a local bilingual professional tour guide as well as the trip leader to provide an unforgettable Ecuador experience.
Expedition Itinerary:
November 7 (Thurs): Breakfast at the hotel. Start the Eco trip! Transfer to Colonial Quito to have a 3 hours walking city tour followed by lunch. After the city, drive 2 hours to Cotopaxi National Park. Stay overnight at Hacienda Tambopaxi.
November 8 (Fri): Breakfast, then explore Cotopaxi National Park. Optional horseback riding under the volcano. Lunch on the road, then 3 hours drive to Baños and stay overnight at Hotel Samari.
November 9 (Sat): Breakfast, then enjoy Baños and explore different activities of your choice like rafting, waterfall rappelling, visiting the town, or the beautiful Pailon del Diablo and enjoy the walk in the cloud forest while bird watching. Those that enjoy biking could bike downhill all the way to the Pailon. overnight boutique hotel
November 10 (Sun): Breakfast, then leave Baños and drive to the tropical rainforest. Enjoy the 3 hours drive from the Andes to the Amazon Puerto Misahuall. Upon arrival, enjoy a nice lunch then explore around the forest by the Hotel or relax by the pool. Stay overnight at Hosteria Hamadryade in suite Bungalow
November 11 (Mon): Breakfast, then full day whitewater rafting in the Jatunyacu river class III. Includes snacks and lunch. After 4 hours of rafting (27 kilometers), drive about 3 hours to Papallacta Thermal Springs. Stay overnight at Hostel Papallacta and enjoy the thermal pools.
November 12 (Tue): Breakfast and enjoy the area in the morning, then depart to Quito. Say farewell to Ecuador and travel back home.
Expedition Includes:
Custom private excursions and multiple sports activities
All transfers/transportation in Mexico
Accommodation in classic boutique hotels and haciendas based on double occupancy
Meals and drinks scheduled in the itinerary
Professional local guide throughout the trip
Accompaniment by Ocean Safari professional photographer/leader
Exclusions:
International airfare
Meals and drinks not scheduled in the itinerary
Optional/Extra activities
Travel Insurance
Crew Gratuities
Costs: (based on Double Occupancy)
6-7 participants: $2298
8-10 participants: $1998
11-14 participants $1798
Single supplement: Add $448
Payment:
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PAYMENT SCHEDULE |
AMOUNT |
PAYMENT DUE DATE |
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1st Deposit |
$500 |
Upon Reservation |
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2nd Deposit |
$600 |
July 7, 2023 |
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Final payment |
Balance remaining |
Before August 7, 2023 |
* For credit card payment please add 3%
(trip insurance is available thru Ocean safari, please ask)
Cancellation Policy:
Before July 7, 2023, 1st deposit forfeited, no refund on first deposit.
After July 7, 2023, 1st and 2nd deposit forfeited (unless replacement can be found then 1st deposit forfeited).
After September 7, 2023, no refund (unless replacement can be found then 1st deposit forfeited).
