3-Day Altar Volcano Trekking Tour to Laguna Amarilla from Riobamba

Ecuador

3 days (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Nature lovers can trek through Sangay National Park with a guide who knows the terrain. This moderate-to-strenuous 3-day route follows the east Andes to Laguna Amarilla. The high-altitude hike covers 4 to 6 hours per day over muddy trails and steep hills, but you’re rewarded with views of the crater lake and majestic El Altar. Meals and lodging at the Collanes Refuge are provided along with transport from Riobamba.

3-day guided trek into the heart of the Andes includes overnight stays at mountain refuge
Follow a guide on a strenuous route over high-altitude terrain in Sangay National Park
Delight the senses with a panoramic view of Laguna Amarilla and El Altar, an extinct volcano
Meals and round-trip transport provided from Riobamba make trip planning easier

What's Included

Transportation from Riobamba to Sangay National Park and back
Bilingual Treking Guide
2 nights accommodation and Collanes Refugee
Filtered water, coffee, and tea.
Basic treking equipment and waterproof bags for on the mules.
Breakfast (2)

Breakfast
Lunch (3)

Lunch
Dinner (2)

Dinner

Meals/ activities not mentioned on the itinerary
Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

Departure Point: Your hotel of stay at Riobamba City Address: Your hotel of stay at Riobamba City. Directions: Your hotel of stay at Riobamba City Dates: THURSDAY & SUNDAY Return point: Your hotel of stay at Riobamba City IMPORTANT NOTE: A voucher will be sent with the exact place and time to start the tour

Operating hours
.9:00 am

Itinerary

Day 1

Departure from Riobamba City - Hike to Altar Refuge

1 Stop

Sangay National Park

6 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Overnight at Collanes Refuge.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2

Collanes Valley - Laguna Amarilla Hike

1 Stop

Altar Mountain

6 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Overnight at Collanes Refuge.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3

Return to Riobamba

1 Stop

Catedral De Riobamba (Pass By)

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions

Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
What to bring: Warm clothes, waterproof jacket, gloves, sunscreen, hat, hiking shoes, extra pair of socks, extra pants
Clothing Suggestions: Comfortable and warm clothes (appropriate for location). Comfortable hiking shoes, walking stick
Note: The tour is not private. Travelers will share services with a group. Maximum people per tour is 12
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.