DIVE INTO IMBABURA'S CRAFT & CULTURE AND EXPLORE THE WILDS OF THE NORTHERN PARAMO
Experience a timeless Otavalo on your first day and encounter some of the highlights of the Northern Andes, including historic haciendas, artisans’ workshops, and one of South America’s most emblematic craft markets.
Discover San Antonio de Ibarra, a town specializing in wood carvings of religious figures.
Wind your way north into the mountains to explore the heart of the mystical and unique ecosystem of the Andean paramo.
Explore El Ángel Ecological Reserve, walk through elfin polylepis forests, and wander through groves of frailejón shrubs.
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
Guide and transport service
Visits described in the itinerary
Lunch provided for both days
Puerto Lago Country Inn, Imbabura
Day 1
Places: Cuicocha Lake, Andean Music House, Peguche Artisanal Workshop.
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