Otavalo Market Extension
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.
Included
Transfers to and from Quito; english-speaking guide on days 1 and 2.
Is it for you?
This is an easy trip.
Best time
The driest season for the Andean regions is from about late May to early October.
Getting there
This extension trip departs from Quito.
- Visiting the colourful indian market
- Exploring the surrounding craft making towns
- Relaxing in the peaceful surroundings of Casa Mojanda
Duration: 3 days
- 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)
Pricing guidelines for Ecuador
We hope the following will give you a rough idea of costs. These are quoted per person based on twin share for two people, without international flights but including internal flights. We’ve used good standard accommodation throughout. There are nearly always ways to spend more money than we’ve suggested (!), but these prices show a good and realistic range for each type of trip.
International flights will add from about £750 to £1000 depending on the season and route (unless the airlines have special offers). Ecuador combines very well with Peru, but can also be linked with Brazil.
For a specific personal quote based on any tailor made itinerary you have in mind, please contact us and we’ll be happy to help you.
- 2 weeks highlights of Ecuador’s mainland using good standard accommodationBetween £1800 and £2750
- 2 week trip staying in top end haciendas and lodgesFrom around £3500+
- 10 days Andes & rainforest holidayBetween £1200 and £1600
- 16 days Andes & Galapagos (this can be very variable due to Galapagos yacht prices)From about £3200+
