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In the wake of the Adventure Elevate Latin America event held last month in Quito, which was attended by 350 international adventure tourism operators, the Ecuadorian capital has emerged as one of Latin America’s leading adventure tourism destinations.
Any thrill-seeker or adrenaline junkie worth his or her salt will find the 13 activities included in Quito’s offer simply irresistible:
Rucu Pichincha Volcano
Adventurers can access the 10-km route via the Quito cable car (Teleférico) and will need about 5-6 hours to complete the hike. This unique experience all the way to the summit affords breathtaking views of the city below.
Pasochoa Wildlife Refuge
Setting out from the District of Amaguaña, visitors will need about 5-6 hours to complete this 6-trail course, covering a distance of between 1 km and 12.5 km.
Pasochoa is a dormant volcanic caldera in which a well-preserved Andean forest has formed without human intervention. It is now a wildlife sanctuary and home to a variety of animal and plant species.
Micaloma - Patourco Trail
Situated in the Antisana Ecological Reserve, in the District of Píntag, this 5,200-m trail will take two hours to complete.
As visitors ascend to the summit, located 4,130 m above sea level, they will be captivated by the typical wildlife and vegetation of the area; marvel at the beauty of the Antisana snow-capped volcano, the Cotopaxi and the Sincholagua; and contemplate the stunning panoramic views of La Mica lagoon.
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Culunco Guantopungo - Pelagallo Hike
Located in the Municipality of Yunguilla in the District of Calacal, hikers will need 2 hours to complete this route.
As the course forks off into trails that reach a depth of 5 m, hikers will be taken on a semi-subterranean journey through the heart of the cloud forest.
Bear Trail, Inca Trail, Yanacocha Reserve
Situated in the District of Nono, this 3-hour hike will enable visitors to explore the most illustrious reserves of the Jocotoco Foundation - set up to protect endangered species of birds native to this area of the Andes.
Tourists are spoilt for choice with four trails that showcase the biodiversity of the zone in all its glory. In addition, there are four tunnels measuring a length of approximately 30 m which dissect the mountain and transport visitors from one landscape to another in a matter of minutes.
Pahuma Orchid Reserve
Located in the District of Nono, this 43-km route is part of a protected area which is perfect for abseiling enthusiasts. It is thought to be the second largest orchid reserve in South America, with 7 trails extending over a surface area of 650 hectares.
Agua y Vida Trail
Cayambe-Coca National Park, situated 81.3 km from the city of Quito, is home to the Agua y Vida trail.
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