Atillo Lagons Day Trip
Atillo Lagons Day Trip
Once we've picked you up from your hotel in Riobamba at 8 am, we'll set off for the Atillo Lagoons. These beautiful lakes are part of the Sangay National Park. Let's go!
On our way there, we'll pass through some rural Indigenous communities until we come to the viewpoint of the lakes. From here, we'll gaze out at views of Cuyo, Colay and Atillo Lakes. We'll then stroll to the Negra Lagoon, an aquifer with black water that also harbours a dark Puruhae legend.
Next, we'll go on a short walk so we can learn more about the area's plantlife. We'll discuss plants such as the lupinus, the chocho de páramo, the valeriana and the flor de páramo. In addition, we'll also see some migratory cuvivis birds.
Anyone peckish? Our next stop will be to have a traditional lunch that'll consist of grilled trout accompanied by salad with vegetables, cooked corn and cheese sauce.
After lunch, we'll head to the Chalán ravine to see the footprints of 40,000-year-old Pleistocene mastodons. Wow!
It'll then be time to head back to Riobamba. We'll drop you off at your hotel at 5 pm. See you next time!
More Information
Duration
9 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop off
Transport by minibus
English–speaking guide
Traditional lunch
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
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Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Provider
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Chimborazo Tours
Corporate name: CHIMBORAZO TOURS OPERADOR A DE TURISMO CTUR CIA LTDA
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
