Antisana Ecological Reserve Daytrip

Antisana Ecological reserve is located about 100km away from Quito hidden in the mystical Andes Mountains. One of the best ways to explore the vastness of this reserve is by bicycle. The reserve was created in July 1993, covers an area of 120,000 hectares and has a range of altitude of 1200 meters in the upper Amazon and goes all the way up to 5758 meters above sea level to the Peak of Antisana Volcano. Antisana means Dark Mountain in Quichua and you can certainly see why with the volcano often covered in clouds, but if you are lucky enough to see the glacia capped peak it makes the perfect photo oportunity. Wild horses, dear, specticle bears and Alpacas are just some of the animals that call the reserve their home not to mention the Condors, Cara caras and many other birds.

1 DAY TOUR

Your Plan
07:30 Meet at Secret Garden Office, Begin drive to the Antisana Ecological reserve
09:00 Condor Searching
09:30 The guide will give explanation of the area, volcanoes, vegetation, animals etc.
10:00 Hike up to the Mica Lagoon viewing point
11:00 start the beautiful bike ride
12:30 Stop for Lunch
13:30 Head back to Quito
16:30 Arrive to Quito

Lunch
Transport
Guide
Mountain Bike with Helmut, Kneepads, Elbowpads * This is an optional
activity of approximately 30 minutes. Should be experienced / confident
rider.

Breakfast
Additional Snacks / Beverages
TIPS