Otavalo Market Extension
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Otavalo is a small town in the highlands of northern Ecuador, at an altitude of 2500m and surrounded by the huge volcanoes of Cotacachi, Imbabura and Mojanda.
The main attraction at Otavalo is the market. The main market day is a Saturday, although there is a market in place during the rest of the week too. It dates back to pre-Inca times when products from the rainforest were brought up from the lowlands to trade with goods from the Andean regions.
Casa Mojanda is a mountainside inn and farm set between 4,500m volcanoes, near the indigenous town of Otavalo. You can relax in a hammock, gaze at a llama or check out a book from the well-stocked library. At night, sit by a roaring log fire, soak in the traditional hot tub or listen to live Andean folk music.
Trip highlights
- Visiting the colourful indian market
- Exploring the surrounding craft making towns
- Relaxing in the peaceful surroundings of Casa Mojanda
Itinerary
- Day 1:
Transfer to Otavalo accompanied by a guide. Overnight Casa Mojanda. (L, D)
- Day 2:
Explore Otavalo region with guide. Overnight Casa Mojanda. (B, L, D)
- Day 3:
Free morning. Afternoon return to Quito. (B)
Price
Our trips are tailor made for you and prices vary according to the accommodation used and time of year. As a guide price using the accommodation mentioned this itinerary will cost from £455 per person not including international flights.
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Duration and details
3 days
Is it for you?
This is an easy trip.
Best times to go
The driest season for the Andean regions is from about late May to early October.
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Included
Transfers to and from Quito; english-speaking guide on days 1 and 2.
Getting there
This extension trip departs from Quito.
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