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"Apyu" Package

"Discover the magic of the countryside"

 

Discover  El Cerro Igualata by entering the depths of its páramo, then you will arrive at the Pampa de Guayama, a magical place hidden in the Igualata, spot wild cattle and wildlife typical of the páramo. You will be accompanied by a specialized guide who will help you get to know the great natural wealth that the moor keeps.

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In the afternoon you will be able to carry out experiential activities, such as feeding farm animals, harvesting some vegetables, and tasting the delicacies of the local gastronomy. On a cold night you can bundle up by the campfire while listening to stories of yesteryear, such as the one about the Santísima Cruz de Mayo.

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*Ask about discounts for groups of more than 10 people.

Information about the package

  • Days that the tour operates:from Mondays to Sundays

  • Start time:08:00 a.m.

  • Total duration of the tour package: 2 days / 1 night.

  • Horseback riding duration: the time varies according to the route chosen.

  • Price:The price may vary according to the number of tourists, taking as a reference the price per person in a minimum group of 2 people.

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  • Languages that you will find the tour:

    • Spanish

    • English

  • ​Meeting point:Quero Central Park. Av. 17 de Abril between García Moreno and Mariano Benitez  (see map)​

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Adults (12 years and older)​

  • 1 tourist --> USD 160.00

  • 2 or more tourists --> USD 115.00

Children (from 5 to 11 years old)​

  • 1 or more tourists --> $110.00

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Package itinerary

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At 08:00 your guide will be waiting for you in the Central Park of Quero, next to the pool and the word "Quero", to escort you to Hacienda Hipolongo, once there we will show you your room and you can settle in and get ready for the ride.

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At 09h30 we will start the ride, your guide will give you all the necessary instructions so that the ride is the best experience in Hipolongo, in the first section of the ride you will be able to know how the chagras live day by day until you reach the pine forest, where your guide will tell you many secrets that this wonderful place keeps and   you will have the opportunity to observe moorland animals such as wolves, rabbits or eagles. 

Continuing with the ride, we will advance to the beautiful Pampa de Guayama where, if luck is with us, we will be able to see herds of wild cattle and you will have the opportunity to herd them. Once in the Pampa de Guayama we will recharge our energies with a delicious box lunch and we will have around 30 minutes to stretch our legs and explore the area with our skin. 

 

After the visit to the Pampa de Guayama we will begin with the return to the Hacienda and once there a delicious lunch will be waiting for you in pure Creole style; Once lunch is over, you can carry out activities inside the Hacienda and in the afternoon have the delicious Café de la Niebla.

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At night, you will have a delicious snack and to end the day, the warmth of the fireplace will keep you warm from the cold and you will be able to listen to stories of yesteryear from the Hacienda. The next morning and after a good night's sleep, a rich man in the pure style of a chagra will be waiting for you so that you can then enjoy our facilities and thus finish your visit to the Hacienda Hipolongo Cruz de Mayo.

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The times are estimated, they may vary according to the group, weather, etc.

Additional information about the package

What does the tour package include?

  • Horses with all their implements

  • Bilingual national tour guide

  • complete feeding

    • box lunch

    • Lunch

    • Fog Cafe

    • Afternoon snack

    • Breakfast

  • shared hosting

  • Coffee Station

  • Of the facilities of the farm

  • Photos of the experience

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For food indicate allergies and food restrictions.

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What does the tour package not include?

  • Soft, alcoholic or bottled drinks not included in the meal.

  • Extra consumption

  • Personal equipment (such as rubber boots, rain poncho, wool caps, etc.)

  • Any service not specified above

  • Does not include tips

  • No tax included

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Any additional service should be indicated to the Hacienda 48 hours prior to arrival.

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How to pay for the tour package?

You can choose between our different payment options, you can pay in advance through transfer to our bank account or the day of the tour before starting it.​

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What to bring for the tour package?

  • camera or smartphone

  • Comfortable and warm clothes

  • Extra change of clothes

  • hat or cap

  • Wool gloves, scarf, rain poncho

  • Sunscreen

  • Rubber or leather boots

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