Day 1: Pasochoa
In the early morning, depart from Quito to the Pasochoa Protected Forest. We start the hike at the Pita River Gorge. Observe Andean animals and birds while walking through secondary roads that go up the mountain.
Day 2: Limpiopungo - Cotopaxi National Park- Papallacta
We will start our hike in the morning going through the water channel road to the Limpiopungo Lagoon, we will hike the Cotopaxi National Park. After lunch we will Papallacta Hot springs for relaxation. We spend the night at these magical hot springs that are known for their rich mineral content.
Day 3: Pucara del Salitre
After breakfast we will go to a place called Pucara del Salitre, this fort was used to monitor the roads that lead to the Amazon Rainforest and to the Latacunga valley. After we will have the chance to see herds of Alpacas and learn a little bit about them.
Day 4: Rumiñahui
After breakfast, ascend to the Rumiñahui peak (4640 m) with panoramic views of Cotopaxi, Sincholagua, and the Illinizas. On the way picnic, return to the camp, and return to Quito.
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