4-Day Sporting Adventure Itinerary

Day 1: Cotopaxi National Park Biking Tour

• Pickup from the hotel in Quito and drive to Cotopaxi National Park cycling at the base of Cotopaxi, where you’ll ride through volcanic plains, single tracks, and páramo landscapes, with a visit to a pristine freshwater spring and Limpiopungo Lake. After lunch, we head towards Baños

Day 2: Baños Cloud Forrest and to the Amazon

• After breakfast, head to the mountain east of town for thrilling activities like a giant swing, zipline biking, and a treehouse with spectacular views. Begin an exhilarating descent through winding roads and breathtaking landscapes to Puyo. Visit El Pailón del Diablo, an incredible waterfall offering a close (and wet!) experience. Bike along the Avenue of the Orchids, noting dramatic changes in temperature and vegetation as you enter the Amazon basin.

Day 3: Arajuno River Adventure: Paddle, Culture, and Andes Retreat

• Learn the art of stand-up paddleboarding on the Arajuno River, where you'll glide through pristine jungle landscapes, relax on sandy beaches, and visit local Indigenous communities. Enjoy the unique experience of making fresh chocolate, then head back into the Andes to a riverside lodge, where you can unwind with a hot bath while soaking in the sounds of the jungle and the beauty of the Quijos River.

Day 4: Rafting Adventure: From River Rapids to Hot Springs

• Start your day with an optional early morning birdwatching excursion to see the famous Cock of the Rock, followed by thrilling white-water rafting on one of Ecuador’s best rivers. In the afternoon, journey back into the Andes and relax at the Papallacta hot springs, soaking in the warm waters while surrounded by breathtaking mountain scenery.