Take a horseback ride on the Pululahua Crater during this 8-hour tour from Quito. Following a guide, you'll cross the ancient caldera, leftover from Pululahua's eruption 2,500 years ago, to explore its fertile green landscape. Equipment and lunch are provided.
Lunch included
8-hour Pululahua Crater tour from Quito
Discover the crater environment on a 4-hour horseback ride
Admire its verdant landscapes as you circle the lava cone
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
Professional and bilingual guide
Transportation from and to Quito (central meeting point)
Guided horse tour on healthy strong horses for all levels
Use of wellington
rubber boots, helmets, hats, chaps and other equipment
Lunch
Exclusions
Optional tips for guide
Extra food and drinks
Hotel pick up and drop off
Departure & Return
Departure point
Central meeting point in Quito
Departure Time
9:00am
Return Details
Central meeting point in Quito
What To Expect
Your tour starts in the morning at a central meeting point in Quito for the transfer to the horse ranch. When you arrive, you'll be paired with an Andean horse for your ride through the Pululahua Crater, one of the biggest on the continent and one of the only inhabited craters in the world. Its lava dome rises 1,640 feet (500 meters) above the crater floor and is covered in lush, cloud-forest vegetation. During the ride, learn about the biodiversity of the caldera and its ever-changing environment. Circle the central lava cone, and see remnants of volcanic eruptions, geological formations, mineral avalanches with blooming wildflowers, and local agriculture. The length of your ride is about four hours, after which you can enjoy lunch with views over the valley and mountains. Your tour then ends with the drive back to Quito for drop-off at your meeting point.
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Please bring comfortable clothing, a jacket and a raincoat just in case, sunblock, sunglasses, enough water and your passports.
It is important that you will have current travel insurance including personal medical insurance. Please inform us of any known medical conditions you have.
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
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