ANDES TO AMAZON ESCAPE
3 DAYS | APPROX. 690 KM | GUIDED MOTORCYCLE TOUR
Experience Overview
Discover three completely different worlds of Ecuador on an unforgettable three-day guided motorcycle adventure from Quito to the Amazon rainforest and back through the spectacular Andes.
Day 1 – Quito to Misahuallí: Andes to Amazon
Depart Quito and ride into the high Andes, crossing a spectacular mountain pass at approximately 4,095 metres. Enjoy the dramatic change in scenery as you descend from the cold mountain landscapes into the lush tropical vegetation of the Amazon. Arrive in Misahuallí and spend the night at a jungle eco-lodge surrounded by nature.
Day 2 – Misahuallí, Yanacocha and Baños
After breakfast, ride back towards the Andes and visit Yanacocha Animal Rescue Center. Continue to Baños de Agua Santa, where you'll enjoy lunch before visiting the famous Casa del Árbol viewpoint and the impressive Pailón del Diablo waterfall. Spend the evening in Baños, with an overnight stay in town.
Day 3 – Baños, Quilotoa and Return to Quito
Leave Baños and ride towards the spectacular Quilotoa region. Enjoy the beautiful Andean highlands and volcanic landscapes, with time to explore the area and stop for lunch. Continue through the mountain roads around Sigchos before returning to Quito in the afternoon.
What's Included
Motorcycle rental (selected model).
Professional motorcycle guide on a separate motorcycle.
Fuel and tolls.
Two nights of accommodation: one in Misahuallí and one in Baños (private rooms).
Breakfast on Days 2 and 3, when provided by the accommodation.
Lunch on all three days.
Entrance fees to Yanacocha Animal Rescue Center, Casa del Árbol and Pailón del Diablo.
Helmet, riding gloves, riding jacket and rain gear.
GPS navigation and roadside support.
What's Not Included
Personal travel insurance.
Optional motorcycle insurance.
Dinners and additional food or drinks.
Personal expenses and souvenirs.
Activities not specified as included.
Motorcycle Options & Pricing
Daytona Everest 300 $549.
Hero Xpulse 200 $549.
Suzuki DR650 $649.
Kawasaki KLR 650 Gen 3 $709.
Pillion passenger: $199
Requirements
Minimum age: 23 years.
Valid motorcycle licence.
Comfortable riding on mountain and jungle roads.
$500 refundable motorcycle security deposit.
Departure Information
Starting point: JC Motorcycle Adventures office, Quito.
Usual departure: 8:00 AM.
Departure dates: Available on request.
Languages: English, Spanish and Portuguese.
Maximum group size: 10 participants.