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Waterfalls close to Quito? Vamos! Private Tour.

Quito, Ecuadorby Daniel Mucarsel

  • 6 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English, Spanish

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Overview

The best option if you are looking for some nature around Quito is 1 hour driving away from the city. Located in the southwest valley of Quito, with slopes derived from the Cotopaxi Volcano, we will drive along the well-known "Road of the Volcanoes" and its landscape. Rio Pita Walkpath: The perfect path to walk up to 10400 ft altitude into Andean forest nature with different 4 little waterfalls and 9 suspension bridges, being the Pita River the main affluent that 2 hours / 5 miles, 8 kilometers without rush, a perfect walk for pictures and breathing fresh air. Leading us to the Condor Machay Waterfall, where we will have a snack and enjoy its 80 mts/262 ft altitude waterfall and our surroundings until we are ready to walk back. On our way back, we will have lunch at Selva Alegre, a famous town for a local restaurant's variety of traditional food and good prices around 10 dollars. LGBTQ 420 friendly.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Brunch
  • Snacks
  • Lunch

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Stop 1

    Pass by

    On the way to Cotopaxi National Park eastside 10400 ft altitude / 3100 msnm. Agricultural road, full of farms and beautiful mountains. We will drive around Rumipamba parish for some pictures.

  2. 2

    Cascada de Fuego

    2 hours

    Start the day with our first trail to this beautiful waterfall that makes it volcanic water shines like fire.

  3. 3

    Reserva Ecologica Santa Rita

    2 hours

    A beautiful place where we will have several paths full of endemic species and perfectly safe to walk based on their infraestructure, we will have the chance to visit 4 waterfalls and also a beautiful overlook on top of Cascada Condor Machay.

  4. 4

    Stop 4

    1 hour

    Famous for its traditional food, where we will have different options for lunch depending of travelers preferences.

Meeting and pickup

The car is a KIA Seltos in dark grey color, and I will be wearing a grey polo shirt and brown-framed glasses. I will pick you up at the main entrance of your place. Help me with the name. Don't hesitate to get in touch with me after booking if necessary. Some places/activities' availability may vary depending on weather, road status, and political issues. I'll have alternative plans. For a more personalized service, you can find me on social media as MUFITOURS.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Tour Total Duration time inclusive of travel time from start to each leg of the tour and back.
  • We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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