The best possibility to see Andean condors in Ecuador is in the area of the Antisana, the fourth highest snow peaked volcano of Ecuador (5.753 m). When approaching the mountain you can observe a great flow of lava and a series of cliffs where the condors spend the night.
Above we find great highlands and the Lagoon of the Mica where rapacious birds live in an absolutely virgin atmosphere. The mountain has massive glaciers that feed water to the lakes and rivers of the area which the abundant wild life of the region. For centuries, the beautiful landscapes of the Antisana could only be reached by scientists, geographers and intrepid hikers. Today this wonderful highland is accessible for us to visit. Box lunch can be eaten in the park, anywhere you please, otherwise the lunch will be in a hacienda close to the volcano.

DAY 1:

From Quito transport by car to El Tambo on the highlands of Papallacta. From here equipment and luggage is carried by mules and the trek(4 hours) head south-west to the lower plains around the volcano lake. Camp 1 at 3800 m. (BL, D).

DAY 2:

Early start for the longest trek (5-6 hours) of the trip. Some hill climbing is to start later on crossing a luxuriant polilepis forest, then with beautiful views throughout the day. Arrival at the next camp on the north-western side of the Antisana volcano at Santa Lucia highlands from where we can enjoy magnificent views of Antisana volcano. There is also a possibility of seeing condors at some time during the day. Camp 2 at 4200 m. (B, BL, D)

DAY 3:

(6 hours trek). Trek towards the base of the southern peak of Antisana, traversing the moraines at the foothills of the beautiful volcano. Camp is set at 4500 m, just below the southern peak. The landscape here is spectacular! (B, BL, D)

DAY 4:

Trekking towards the Mica lagoon where we will meet our car and then be transported back to Quito. On your way down to the high Antisana plateau watch for condors. (B, BL) .

An adventure in to the Andean highland. First we will visit the National Park Cotopaxi continuing on roads aside used by traditional tourist we will reach the Pucará of the Salitre.
We will stay in a Hacienda that awaits for us with hot dinner and a warming fire.
At dawn, we will leave well equipped to ride and to walk for the skirts of the Volcanoes Rumiñahui and Pasochoa. The activity level is soft or moderate according to your interest. But it is required
to be in adequate physical condition and to be familiar with Ecotourism.

Ecotourism- Adventure
Altitude: 2800 a 3800 m
9184 to 12464 ft
Level: Soft or Moderate
Depart : 8 am
Depart from: Quito
Arrive at: Quito

IT INCLUDES:

- Private or semi private transportation
- Bilingual tour guides
- Entrance fees to visited places
- Horse and Team
- Lodging in Hacienda with full-board breakfast,
lunch and dinner.