Inca Trail, a 5-day historical adventure
Join Edgar, an IFMGA certified guide, on this Inca Trail hiking trip: 38 kilometers across the pre-columbian history of Ecuador.
Andes
5 Days
Jun - Aug
Description
From Achupallas Village to Ingapirca, the most wonderful Inca archaeological complex of the region, The Inca Trail offers a big opportunity to understand at least a minimum length of the extensive road system built by the Inca Empire.
We are inviting you to this 5-day adventure which starts driving from Quito to Achupallas Village, where we will get ready to this fantastic and unforgettable hiking. And the more exciting part comes in our second day because we will find our first paramo challenge until we get to Tres Cruces Camp after 6 hours of muddy walking.
In our following day we will reach to the highest top of The Inca Trail at 4.400 meters from where we can admire Ozogoche Lakes, 45 lakes and lagoons that form together an excellent panoramic point.
The last two days of this historical adventure will consist in trekking to Ingapirca at 3.160 meters. During the road we will visit the Inca Ruins and its constructions of more than 500 years ago. And after 7 hours of walking we will rest in a hotel to get ready to the most important day: the day you will step the most important archaeological land of Ecuador and feel you are part of the history.
You cannot miss this legendary experience. Get in touch with me and plan this unforgettable trip!
Extra details
THE PRICE INCLUDES
– Transfers during the trip
– Professional guiding
– Accommodations
– Meals
– Admission ticket in Ingapirca
– Camping gear
Spots of interest
DAY 2: TRES CRUCES CAMP
After 6 hours of muddy walking we will set up our camp in Tres Cruces, in Parque Nacional Cajas.
DAY 3: GETTING TO OZOGOCHE LAKES
And you won’t believe what you are seeing when we get to the highest top of the trail. More than 40 lakes and lagoos that give us a indescribable viewpoint.
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About the guide
-Edgar & Guides' team
4.7
(36)
Mountain Guide
UIAGM/IFMGA-ASEGUIM Mountain Guide from Ecuador.
I am a mountain guide, but also a passionate traveler, climber in rock and ice, and photographer. I spend my free time and holidays exploring new destinations, discovering new mountains and cultures.
I have more than 27 years of experience climbing mountains and volcanoes not only in Ecuador, but also in other South American countries such as Colombia, Peru, Bolivia and Argentina, and in the Alps in Austria, Italy, Switzerland, Germany and Nepal. I also summited KhanTengri peak in the Himalayas, Aconcagua in los Andes and Mt. McKinley in Alaska. This experiences prepared me to lead expeditions in challenging routes all around the world.
I studied 6 years of Tourism in the University, and followed ASEGUIM courses to become a mountain guide. I’ve also been evaluated by ENSA, and completed first aid courses in the Ecuadorian Red Cross.
I like guiding people from all around the world, and help them discover and enjoy the mountains, while reaching their objectives. I speak Spanish, English, German, Italian, and a bit of Russian.
Languages
Russian | Italian | German | English
Certificates
ASEGUIM | UIAGM
What people are saying about -Edgar & Guides' team
Daniel
Fabian was assigned as my guide from Lonely Summits. I enjoyed his guiding services. However, Lonely Summits communication was bad. They used Whatsapp and I did not feel comfortable 3 times when their responses prior to starting the trip were delayed days/week. This did not make me feel confident in the service I was getting into. During the trip I had to request a pickup time as the office forgot about me. The office staff did not speak English, just translated English via Whatsapp. Do not market to higher paying US customers if you do not speak English. Lonely Summits did not provide any suggestions for activities to do during my free time. There were none included in their price but they did not suggest any ideas. The original plan included mountaineering gear but they sent me a list of items to rent from them. A typical Bait and Switch tactic. If they cannot handle follow-through on what they promise each client, then stop offering trips with inclusions you do not provide.
Lukas
Trip started badly as we were informed that all meals would be provided, the guide told us no meals were included. The guide spoke very little English making communication difficult. The guide was very quick walking and often was out of sight of us. We asked him to slow down which he ignored and kept up a very quick pace. Not great. Felt very rushed and uncomfortable.
Carlos
It was really great working with Segundo Parra , very professional , easy going and a good leader to work with , it made the trip very fun , I would recommend him completely , and myself I think next year I would go with him to other mountains in Ecuador
Adam
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