Quito: Condor Machay Waterfall Hike and Hacienda Visit
ID: GYG1137941-1746120
Category:
Country: Ecuador
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Hike to the Condor Machay Waterfall, choose between a horseback ride or cooking class, and relax in a jacuzzi and temazcal at Hacienda El Porvenir on this day trip from Quito.
Begin your day with a scenic hike to Condor Machay Waterfall, one of the most beautiful cascades in the Ecuadorian highlands. Follow a trail that winds through lush green valleys and along a crystal-clear river until the thunderous waterfall appears. Pause, breathe, and connect with nature in this serene setting.
After the hike, continue to Hacienda El Porvenir, nestled at the foothills of Cotopaxi Volcano. Here, choose your own experience:
Saddle up for a horseback ride across open páramo landscapes, feeling the freedom of the Andes as you ride alongside local chagras (cowboys).
Or, join a hands-on cooking class and learn how to prepare Ecuadorian favorites like crispy empanadas, spicy ají sauce, and the warm, cinnamon-infused canelazo drink.
Before returning to Quito, unwind with access to the hacienda’s jacuzzi and traditional temazcal (steam lodge) - a soothing ritual to relax your muscles after a day of exploration.
Highlights
- Feel the rush of the Condor Machay Waterfall on a scenic hike
- Choose between a horseback ride or a hands-on cooking class
- Unwind in a jacuzzi and traditional temazcal at Hacienda El Porvenir
- Explore the stunning landscapes of the Ecuadorian highlands
- Connect with the spirit of the Andes on a day of adventure and relaxation
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Choose between horseback riding or cooking class
Bring warm clothing for the highlands
Jacuzzi and temazcal available for relaxation
INCLUDED
- Private English-speaking guide and transportation
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Quito
- Entrance to Cóndor Machay waterfall trail
- Boxlunch
- Either horseback riding or a cooking class
- 1-hour use of Hacienda El Porvenir’s jacuzzi and temazcal
- 24/7 English-speaking assistance and emergency contact
NOT INCLUDED
- Meals not mentioned
- Tips & Personal expenses
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
