The Grand Canyon of Cotundo Day Trip

Venture deep into the Ecuadorian Amazon with this complete Day Trip to the Grand Canyon of Cotundo, where you'll explore the sacred land of the Quijos.

The Great Canyon of Cotundo Day Trip

Your journey begins with a pick-up from your hotel in Quito between 4:30 and 5 am. We will drive approximately 3.5 hours to Cotundo, admiring the region's lush vegetation.

We will stop in the colonial town of Baeza, the first Amazonian town of Ecuador founded in the 16th century, where you'll have one hour of free time for breakfast and exploration.

Arriving in Cotundo by 9:30 am, we will embark on a rainforest adventure, observing various flora and fauna in this biodiversity hotspot, which hosts 500 plant species.

Next, we will trek half a mile up the mountain towards the Gran Cañón, a geological marvel formed by river erosion, featuring waterfalls.

After 3 hours of exploration, we will enjoy lunch around 2 pm in the cave complex known for ancient healing rituals.

During our hike, we will navigate several rivers before relaxing in natural pools and jacuzzis while admiring the geological formations.

The tour concludes around 4:30 pm, and we will return to Quito, dropping you off at your hotel by 8 pm.