Ultimate Ecuador Mountain Biking Expedition 9 days

the beautiful city of Quito on your own terms, but if you feel like having a guided day tour at extra cost, do not hesitate in contacting us. We are always more than happy to send you with one of our expert guides to learn more about the city or the surrounded areas. Please keep in mind that there is a meeting at 18:00 in the hotel’s lobby the first day to meet your guide and the rest of the group as well as learn about what’s in store for the days of your expedition!

This park features a network of trails with dirt paths, roots, and thrilling drops, providing an exciting opportunity to acclimatize to the altitude and assess your biking skills. Following our morning ride, we’ll drive to a local organic farm just outside Quito. Here, you'll learn about sustainable farming practices and enjoy a delicious farm-to-table lunch made from fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. In the afternoon, we'll head to Lumbici Bike Park, located in a beautiful eucalyptus forest. The park offers a variety of trails for different skill levels, with shuttles available to take you back to the top after each ride, maximizing your time on the trails. After a full day of biking and exploration, we'll return to our hotel in Quito to relax and prepare for the next adventure.

This ride offers stunning panoramic views of Quito and the surrounding volcanoes. At the top, we’ll embark on a thrilling descent along high-elevation single tracks, featuring grassy landscapes, small jumps, and steeper sections that lead into a native Andean forest. The trails transition into flowy paths through forests of towering pine and eucalyptus trees. The short but exciting route can be repeated if the group wants more! In the afternoon, we will head north into the Ecuadorian highlands, stopping for a traditional lunch to experience local cuisine. Our next stop will be at the equator line, where we’ll learn about its historical significance to ancient civilizations. By late afternoon, we’ll reach our guest house to relax after an adventurous day, concluding with a delicious homemade dinner that highlights regional flavors.

Weather permitting, we’ll enjoy magnificent views of the Cayambe and Imbabura volcanoes, with cultural insights from our guides. Our ride begins in the unique paramo ecosystem, offering scenic Yaguarcocha lagoon views and fast, flowy single tracks past farms. Transitioning to El Chota´s arid valley, experiencing a dramatic shift in landscape from lush greenery to dry terrain filled with cacti and agave. Tackle technical trails with loose rocks and steep sections (adjusted for group skill level). The ride concludes in the lower part of El Chota Valley, home to the Afro-Ecuadorian community. We will visit a local artisan workshop to learn about their craftsmanship and cultural traditions. In the afternoon, we will return to the guest house and have a cooking class using local products with our family host.

indigenous market, one of the largest in South America. You will find here colorful handicrafts, textiles, and traditional artwork made by local artisans, all within a lively and aromatic atmosphere. Later, we will head to the Papallacta hot springs spa, where you can unwind in natural thermal waters surrounded by stunning mountain scenery. This peaceful environment offers various therapeutic pools, with optional spa treatments available for those seeking extra relaxation. Later, we will travel by car to a charming hacienda near the impressive Cotopaxi Volcano, enjoying breathtaking landscapes along the way. As evening approaches, we’ll gather for a social hour by the fireplace, where you can enjoy a selection of wine and other drinks while sharing stories and reflecting on the day’s experiences, providing a perfect opportunity to connect with fellow travelers.

anoes in the world, Cotopaxi, 19,347 feet (5,897 meters). This biodiverse reserve shelters a large range of wildlife, including bulls, horses, foxes, and condors, making it a fantastic destination for nature enthusiasts. We'll drive to the 15,000 ft trailhead, then bike down sandy volcanic slopes with options to shuttle up for repeat rides. Please keep in mind that access to certain trails depend on seasonal conditions and decisions made by the reserve authorities. If trails are closed, we will head to the nearby Cotopaxi Bike Park, with a variety of flowy trails suitable for different skill levels, ensuring everyone has a great time. Depending on the group's preferences, opportunity to shuttle back up a couple of times to experience more exhilarating rides down these picturesque trails. Afterwards, we continue to a historic hacienda, where we will spend the night.

Reaching nearly 16,000 feet, the highest elevation of our trip, we’ll enjoy breathtaking views before starting our biking adventure. Depending on the season, we'll ride through sandy or snowy trails for a thrilling descent. We'll follow the Iceman Trails, named after locals who collect and sell ice from the volcano using donkeys—a fascinating cultural tradition. Surrounded by stunning Central Andes landscapes and volcanic farmland (which produces 40% of Ecuador’s vegetables), we’ll bike through rocky paths and flowy singletracks with views of deep canyons. Our day ends at a cozy mountain lodge, where we’ll craft our own pizzas with fresh, local ingredients—a delicious and memorable way to connect with local culture.

America’s top downhill routes, known for exciting descents and lush scenery. After a short drive to the trailhead, we’ll begin our adventure on this historic trail, we follow ancient culuncos, once used by Incas and other civilizations to connect the Andes to the coast. The trail winds through tunnels of dense vegetation and features steep switchbacks for a fast, fluid ride. We'll descend from native Andean forests into the coastal lowlands, passing banana and sugarcane plantations. We aim to finish by midday before our return to Quito. Access may vary due to weather. If closed, we’ll explore the Quilotoa Volcano trails, with stunning crater-rim singletracks and canyon descents. Regardless of the route, today promises to be an unforgettable conclusion to our adventure!

Transfers to the airport will be arranged based on your individual flight schedule. To ensure a smooth departure process, we recommend scheduling your pick-up at least three hours prior to your flight.