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Ecuador's Andes: Quito, Cotopaxi, and the Andean Chocó

7 days / 6 nights 

An experience that combines high-altitude trail running in the Ecuadorian Andes with cultural immersion, local cuisine, and unique landscapes: from the Middle of the World, cloud forests, and the Pululahua crater to Cuicocha and Cotopaxi National Park.

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Aventureros

Level

12

Explorers

-2,550 m.

elevación total

7

días - 6 noches

8 a 20 Km.

Per day

Traveling alone?

Almost 90% of our travelers do, and on the expedition, they connect with a like-minded community of adventurers. 

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Ecuador Andes: Quito, Cotopaxi, and the Chocó Andino.

Diseñado para corredores de trail running que buscan entrenar en altura mientras descubren las tradiciones y sabores de Ecuador, este programa de 7 días combina entrenamientos de montaña progresivos con experiencias culturales, gastronómicas y de bienestar. El recorrido pasa por el centro histórico de Quito, la Reserva Cotacachi-Cayapas, el bosque nublado del Chocó Andino, el cráter habitado del Pululahua y culmina con una jornada de aventura en la ruta del Quilotoa o el Parque Nacional Cotopaxi. Incluye guía especializado en trail running y guía turístico certificado durante todo el trayecto.

¿Qué incluye?

  • 6 nights in a hotel 
  • ✓ Carrera de trail totalmente soportada en todo
  • All local transfers
  • ✓ Dos guías de TRAIL BOUND calificados a lo largo de toda la expedición
  • ✓ 2 noches en un B&B en Bomerano
  • ✓ Desayuno todos los días · Almuerzos de picnic en los días de carrera
  • ✓ Vehículo de apoyo completamente abastecido con nutrición y bocadillos
  •  ✓ Rutas y árboles — plantamos un árbol por reserva

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Diseñado para corredores de trail running que buscan entrenar en altura mientras descubren las tradiciones y sabores de Ecuador, este programa de 7 días combina entrenamientos de montaña progresivos con experiencias culturales, gastronómicas y de bienestar. El recorrido pasa por el centro histórico de Quito, la Reserva Cotacachi-Cayapas, el bosque nublado del Chocó Andino, el cráter habitado del Pululahua y culmina con una jornada de aventura en la ruta del Quilotoa o el Parque Nacional Cotopaxi. Incluye guía especializado en trail running y guía turístico certificado durante todo el trayecto.

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Diseñado para corredores de trail running que buscan entrenar en altura mientras descubren las tradiciones y sabores de Ecuador, este programa de 7 días combina entrenamientos de montaña progresivos con experiencias culturales, gastronómicas y de bienestar. El recorrido pasa por el centro histórico de Quito, la Reserva Cotacachi-Cayapas, el bosque nublado del Chocó Andino, el cráter habitado del Pululahua y culmina con una jornada de aventura en la ruta del Quilotoa o el Parque Nacional Cotopaxi. Incluye guía especializado en trail running y guía turístico certificado durante todo el trayecto.

Summary itinerary

DAY 01

Arrival in Quito, historic center walk

Meet the group, settle in Quito, tour the historic center, Ecuadorian chocolate tasting, and dinner.

🚶‍♂️Walk 

🔺 2,932 m. |9,619 ft. 

DAY 02

Tour of the middle of the world

Acclimatization run with panoramic views of Quito, visit to the middle of the world, dinner, and show with the National Folkloric Ballet Jacchigua.

🏃 10 - 12 km | X Miles 

🔺 D+ 450 m. | 420 ft. 

DAY 03

Route in the Cuicocha Volcano and Otavalo

Run around the Cuicocha Lagoon, visit to Cotacachi, afternoon shopping in Otavalo and transfer to the Chocó Andino..

🏃 13 - 14 km |  X Miles 

🔺 D+ 450 m. | 420 ft. 

DAY 04

Exploración al bosque nublado - Chocó Andino

Low-impact run — Birdwatching (toucans, tanagers, hummingbirds). Panela Route and yoga session

🏃 7 km | X Millas 

🔺 D+ 450 m. | 420 ft. 

DAY 05

Exploration of the Pululahua volcano crater

Run inside the inhabited crater of Pululahua, with panoramic views of the valley, lunch and return to Quito.

🏃 10-12 km | X Miles 

🔺 D+ 450 m. | 420 ft. 

DAY 06

Visit to the Cotopaxi Volcano

Ascent to the Refuge at the foot of one of the active volcanoes, hike to Laguna de Limpiopungo, optional, horseback riding.

🏃 5-14 km | X Miles 

🔺 D+ 450 m. |420 ft. 

DAY 07

Departure day

Final breakfast, group transfer back to the International Airport.

🚶‍♂️Walk 

🔺 2,932 m. | 9,619 ft 

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DAY 01

Quito: Arrival and Acclimatization

MONDAY OCTOBER XX.

Arrival at Mariscal Sucre Airport, transfer and check-in. In the afternoon, walking tour of the Historic Center of Quito (UNESCO World Heritage) and tasting of Ecuadorian origin chocolate. Welcome dinner.

today we don't run Rest day Altitude: 2,760-2,932 m above sea level  

Accommodation: Hotel in Quito (Go Quito / Mercure or similar) Meals: Dinner

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DAY 1 — Quito: Arrival and Acclimatization

MONDAY OCTOBER XX.

Arrival at Mariscal Sucre Airport, transfer and check-in. In the afternoon, walking tour of the Historic Center of Quito (UNESCO World Heritage) and tasting of Ecuadorian origin chocolate. Welcome dinner . 

Today we don't run Rest day  Altitude: 2,760–2,932 m above sea level

Accommodation: Hotel in Quito (Go Quito / Mercure or similar) Meals: Dinner

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DAY 2 — Quito: First Acclimatization Run + Middle of the World

Easy acclimatization run/jog through the Metropolitan Park or Cruz Loma, with panoramic views of Quito and its volcanoes — designed to test equipment and pace without straining the body at altitude. In the afternoon, visit to the Middle of the World (equatorial line). Evening: Dinner Show with the National Folkloric Ballet Jacchigua. 

Difficulty: Easy Distance: 10–12 km · Elevation gain: ~200 m Altitude: 2,850–3,100 m above sea level

Accommodation: Hotel in Quito Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

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DAY 3 — Cotacachi-Cayapas Reserve: Cuicocha Lagoon and Otavalo

Trail running around Cuicocha Lagoon, a volcanic crater with sapphire-colored waters, with views of the Cayambe, Imbabura, and Cotacachi volcanoes — one of the highest-rated trails by the three analyzed operators. Visit to Cotacachi (leather) and lunch with red meats. Afternoon of cultural shopping at the Plaza de los Ponchos, Otavalo. Transfer to the Andean Chocó. 

Difficulty: Moderate Distance: ~13–14 km · Elevation gain: ±600 m Altitude: 2,530–3,485 m above sea level

Accommodation: Inn in the Andean Chocó (Pacto) Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.

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DAY 4 — Andean Chocó of Pacto: Cloud Forest and Wellbeing

Day of altitude descent and low physical impact — exclusive differentiator of Trailbound compared to the competition. Observation of endemic birds of the Andean Chocó (toucans, tanagers, hummingbirds) in cloud forest. Afternoon of choice: Panela Route (artisanal sugar mill) or yoga and stretching session at a natural viewpoint. 

Difficulty: Active recovery Distance: ~5 km (hike) · Altitude: from 1,238 m.a.s.l. 

Accommodation: Inn in Pacto Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.

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DAY 5 — Trail Running in the Pululahua Crater

Gradual return to higher altitude. Technical trail within the inhabited crater of Pululahua, combining dry forest and montane forest with panoramic views of the valley. Lunch in Yunguilla. Return to Quito and free evening. 

Difficulty: Moderate Distance: ~10–12 km · Elevation gain: ~400 m Altitude: 2,840–3,356 m.a.s.l. 

Accommodation: Hotel in Quito Meals: Breakfast, lunch

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DAY 6 — The Great Height Challenge (choose an option)

Cotopaxi National Park - Ascent to the José Ribas Refuge, at the foot of one of the highest active volcanoes in the world. Hike around the Limpiopungo Lagoon. 

Distance: ~5 km round trip · Altitude: 3,310–4,864 m above sea level 

Optional: horseback riding in the park..

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DAY 7 — Quito and Return Home

Free morning (shopping, La Carolina Park, artisan market). Transfer to Mariscal Sucre Airport according to flight schedule. 

Meals: Breakfast.

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Specifications

GUIDE LANGUAGE Spanish, English, French
TYPE OF ACCOMMODATION Budget Hotel, Boutique Hotel, Luxury Hotel
MONTH August