Private Full Day Tour of the Indigenous Culture of Ecuador
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About This Tour in Otavalo
Why Visit Otavalo?
Otavalo, Ecuador offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Otavalo provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Otavalo
You can reach Otavalo, Ecuador by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Lunch
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
GALLERY AND BOTANICAL GARDEN "El duende del Arte", inThe meeting point begins at the reception of Cabañas Balcón del Lago.
End Point
BICENTENNIAL HOUSE Aromas del Lago, in this house where today thereThe meeting point begins at the reception of Cabañas Balcón del Lago.
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
GALLERY AND BOTANICAL GARDEN "El duende del Arte",... 50 minutes
GALLERY AND BOTANICAL GARDEN "El duende del Arte", in this beautiful place you will be able to appreciate realistic paintings typical of the sector in the middle of a dream botanical garden, we will be all the time between Art and Botany.
"CORAZA" MUSEUM, El Coraza is a character who... 1 hour
"CORAZA" MUSEUM, El Coraza is a character who presides over the most important celebrations of the Kichwa Otavalo people, his clothing is colorful, full of lace, sequins, bells, gold, etc. In this Museum you will live the experience of dressing with the replica of this clothing and the explanation of this traditional festival of San Rafael de la Laguna.
Handicrafts and Treatment of TOTORA, the "Totora" is... 1 hour
Handicrafts and Treatment of TOTORA, the "Totora" is the aquatic plant typical of the area with which from the hands of the natives they become crafts and supplies for the home, this is a trade with which generations of generations of indigenous people have dedicated their life to this activity based on its economy, in Totora Wasi we will find: furniture, mats, lamps and other handicrafts made with this ecological material.
SPORT FISHING FOR TROUT, we will fish for... 1 hour
SPORT FISHING FOR TROUT, we will fish for trout from ecological pools, near Lake San Pablo, in the heart of the indigenous community of Huayco Pungo, this fishing will later be part of lunch.
We will return to the Balcón del Lago... 1 hour
We will return to the Balcón del Lago Cabins, to have lunch in their restaurant with a panoramic view, in this place their products are 100% organic, grown by people from the sector.
In this Cultural and Archaeological Center we will... 45 minutes
In this Cultural and Archaeological Center we will find Inca monoliths (Inca Stones) that date back more than 500 years, these are typical of the place.
POLYLEPIS ENDEMIC FOREST, We will arrive at this... 45 minutes
POLYLEPIS ENDEMIC FOREST, We will arrive at this forest, which is considered one of the few of its kind in the country, currently it is sought to be considered a protected reserve since several species of birds nest in this forest, inside a house has been created 100% ecological, which works with solar panels, in this place we will also get to know the indigenous cuisine called "Tulpa", we will pause to take photos from a viewpoint.
We will arrive at the Cachiviro Dock where... 1 hour
We will arrive at the Cachiviro Dock where we will embark to sail on the LARGEST LAKE IN ECUADOR, San Pablo Lake, on this tour we will be able to observe native birds of the lake such as: endemic ducks, herons and seagulls.
BICENTENNIAL HOUSE Aromas del Lago, in this house... 1 hour
BICENTENNIAL HOUSE Aromas del Lago, in this house where today there is a traditional cafeteria, we can enjoy a delicatessen of our choice prepared by the hostess of the place.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
How do I book this tour?
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
