Ecuador · Hiking

8-Hour Hiking Tour of Antisana Ecological Reserve with La Mica

8 Hours Round trip from Ecuador Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Travel through the Valley of Los Chillos to the prosperous farming town of Pintag
02 See one of Ecuador's most impressive lava flow formations at Antisana Ecological Reserve
03 Observe majestic condors near their preferred nesting area and discover several lagoons
04 Hike on the skirts of Antisana Volcano amid flora, fauna, and beautiful highland landscapes
05 Explore La Mica Lagoon and fish for trout weighing up to 15 pounds

Go on an 8-hour hiking tour of Antisana Ecological Reserve, a protected area in Ecuador situated in Napo Province, Quijos Canton, and Archidona Canton. Spend time on the banks of beautiful mountain lakes and marvel at the mesmerizing view of Antisana, one of the highest volcanoes in Ecuador, covered in ice.

Explore La Mica Lagoon and fish for trout, which can weigh up to 15 pounds.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Antisana Ecological Reserve

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Hike Antisana Reserve and Explore La Mica Lagoon

Travel through the Valley of Los Chillos to the town of Pintag, a prosperous home to farmers and ranchers.
Arrive at the entrance of Antisana Ecological Reserve and see one of the most impressive lava flow formations in Ecuador.
Discover several lagoons and observe the majestic condor in its preferred nesting place.
Arrive at the skirts of the volcano and start hiking to observe flora, fauna, beautiful landscapes, and the Antisana Volcano covered in ice.
Explore La Mica Lagoon and fish for trout, which can weigh up to 15 pounds.

End of the tour.

The route