Your Outdoor Classroom - Travel
"Ecuador: Amazon to the Coast" September 12-26, 2020
Trip Highlights:
- Straddle the equator in Quito.
- Explore the Ruta de las Cascadas (Waterfall Route) in Banos.
- Swing out at the top of the world Casa del Arbol.
- Spend time at the Sumak Kawsay in Situ (SKIS), a center for environmental education and research.
- Visit the indigenous community of Yaku Runa.
- Learn to make (and then get to eat) local foods.
- Climb the highest volcano, Chimorazo.
- Visit Omaere Ethnobiological Park.
- See the whale migration at Puerto Lopez.
- Explore the rich diversity of the land and waters of Isla de la Plata.
- Straddle the equator in Quito.
- Explore the Ruta de las Cascadas (Waterfall Route) in Banos.
- Swing out at the top of the world Casa del Arbol.
- Spend time at the Sumak Kawsay in Situ (SKIS), a center for environmental education and research.
- Visit the indigenous community of Yaku Runa.
- Learn to make (and then get to eat) local foods.
- Climb the highest volcano, Chimorazo.
- Visit Omaere Ethnobiological Park.
- See the whale migration at Puerto Lopez.
- Explore the rich diversity of the land and waters of Isla de la Plata.
Itinerary Outline: SEE DETAILED DAILY ITINERARY.
Day 01: Arrive Quito.
Day 02: Transfer to Baños. Explore Baños.
Day 03: Morning Activity Choice of a) Zip Lining (moderate active level) or b) vehicle/walking tour of 4+ waterfalls on the Ruta de Las Cascades (Waterfall Route); afternoon Casa del Arbol.
Day 04: Visit the Hot Springs giving Baños its name. Transfer to Sumak visiting Mera Butterfly garden along the way.
Day 05: Environmental studies at SKIS – herpetology, cave survey, birdwatching, etc.
Day 06: Transfer to Puyo visiting caverns along the way.
Day 07: Visit indigenous community of Yaku Runa and Omaere Park.
Day 08: Transfer to Chimborazo, stopping to kayak/canoe the Puyo or Pastaza River.
Day 09: Climb Chimborazo for a picnic. Visit a local Alpaca farm and community tourism project.
Day 10: Transfer to Puerto Lopez. Explore the city on your own.
Day 11: Explore Machalilla National Park, a diverse area for flora and fauna.
Day 12: Explore Isla de la Plata, including a whale watching tour, snorkeling, and time on the beach.
Day 13: Transfer to Quito.
Day 14: Ride the Teleferico (gondola) up the side of Pichincha Volcano for spectacular views. Explore Quito.
Day 15: Visit Mitad de Mundo (Latitude 00 0.000) and Transfer to Airport for flight home (must be booked to leave after 2 pm).
See ECUADOR TRAVEL INFORMATION for tips on pre-trip vaccination recommendations, medications you should bring, and more.
Register as soon as possible (below) to reserve your spot. Registration opens January 2, 2020.
Trip is brought to you by "Your Outdoor Classroom - Travel," a program of Camp Bethel led by Beth Wiegandt.
REQUISITES: You are responsible for your passport (valid at minimum through March, 2021), your trip insurance, your flights to and from Quito, your packing, and tips. This trip is moderately active with some hiking/walking over rough terrain. You know best about your ability. There will be options of not participating in hikes or activities as you wish. Check the detailed daily itinerary for details on fitness levels for activities. Contact Trip Leader Beth Wiegandt (YourOutdoorClassroom@gmail.com) for questions about daily activities and recommended physical ability. This trip is not guaranteed to be 100% accessible for those with mobility needs/aids.
TRIP PRICE & DEPOSITS: $1650 for double occupancy in hotels. (For single occupancy options, you must contact Beth Wiegandt.) Please see the detailed itinerary for a list of what is and is not included in this price. $800 deposit is due ASAP to reserve your space and no later than May 20, of which $300 is non-refundable at any time and the remaining $500 of your deposit is non-refundable after July 2. The remaining $850 balance is due no later than August 6. All deposits and payments count toward your total fee. NOTE: $300 of your initial deposit is non-refundable at any time, and the remaining $500 of your deposit is non-refundable after July 2. NO REFUNDS AFTER July 2. (Trip insurance is strongly recommended.)
TRIP LEADERS: Beth Wiegandt is the Your Outdoor Classroom Instructor for Camp Bethel (Fincastle, VA). Beth has traveled extensively, including wilderness trips. Contact Beth at YourOutdoorClassroom@gmail.com. Alex Bentley is from Salem, VA but now lives as a researcher and eco-tourism guide at SKIS in Ecuador.
Registration opens January 2, 2020 and is limited, so reserve your spot early.
QUESTIONS: Contact Beth Wiegandt at YourOutdoorClassroom@gmail.com or 540-556-2594.
Day 01: Arrive Quito.
Day 02: Transfer to Baños. Explore Baños.
Day 03: Morning Activity Choice of a) Zip Lining (moderate active level) or b) vehicle/walking tour of 4+ waterfalls on the Ruta de Las Cascades (Waterfall Route); afternoon Casa del Arbol.
Day 04: Visit the Hot Springs giving Baños its name. Transfer to Sumak visiting Mera Butterfly garden along the way.
Day 05: Environmental studies at SKIS – herpetology, cave survey, birdwatching, etc.
Day 06: Transfer to Puyo visiting caverns along the way.
Day 07: Visit indigenous community of Yaku Runa and Omaere Park.
Day 08: Transfer to Chimborazo, stopping to kayak/canoe the Puyo or Pastaza River.
Day 09: Climb Chimborazo for a picnic. Visit a local Alpaca farm and community tourism project.
Day 10: Transfer to Puerto Lopez. Explore the city on your own.
Day 11: Explore Machalilla National Park, a diverse area for flora and fauna.
Day 12: Explore Isla de la Plata, including a whale watching tour, snorkeling, and time on the beach.
Day 13: Transfer to Quito.
Day 14: Ride the Teleferico (gondola) up the side of Pichincha Volcano for spectacular views. Explore Quito.
Day 15: Visit Mitad de Mundo (Latitude 00 0.000) and Transfer to Airport for flight home (must be booked to leave after 2 pm).
See ECUADOR TRAVEL INFORMATION for tips on pre-trip vaccination recommendations, medications you should bring, and more.
Register as soon as possible (below) to reserve your spot. Registration opens January 2, 2020.
Trip is brought to you by "Your Outdoor Classroom - Travel," a program of Camp Bethel led by Beth Wiegandt.
REQUISITES: You are responsible for your passport (valid at minimum through March, 2021), your trip insurance, your flights to and from Quito, your packing, and tips. This trip is moderately active with some hiking/walking over rough terrain. You know best about your ability. There will be options of not participating in hikes or activities as you wish. Check the detailed daily itinerary for details on fitness levels for activities. Contact Trip Leader Beth Wiegandt (YourOutdoorClassroom@gmail.com) for questions about daily activities and recommended physical ability. This trip is not guaranteed to be 100% accessible for those with mobility needs/aids.
TRIP PRICE & DEPOSITS: $1650 for double occupancy in hotels. (For single occupancy options, you must contact Beth Wiegandt.) Please see the detailed itinerary for a list of what is and is not included in this price. $800 deposit is due ASAP to reserve your space and no later than May 20, of which $300 is non-refundable at any time and the remaining $500 of your deposit is non-refundable after July 2. The remaining $850 balance is due no later than August 6. All deposits and payments count toward your total fee. NOTE: $300 of your initial deposit is non-refundable at any time, and the remaining $500 of your deposit is non-refundable after July 2. NO REFUNDS AFTER July 2. (Trip insurance is strongly recommended.)
TRIP LEADERS: Beth Wiegandt is the Your Outdoor Classroom Instructor for Camp Bethel (Fincastle, VA). Beth has traveled extensively, including wilderness trips. Contact Beth at YourOutdoorClassroom@gmail.com. Alex Bentley is from Salem, VA but now lives as a researcher and eco-tourism guide at SKIS in Ecuador.
Registration opens January 2, 2020 and is limited, so reserve your spot early.
QUESTIONS: Contact Beth Wiegandt at YourOutdoorClassroom@gmail.com or 540-556-2594.
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Register in 4 steps NOW for this trip:
1. You must understand the Requisites and Trip Price/Deposits information above. $300 of your initial deposit is non-refundable at any time, and the remaining $500 of your initial deposit is non-refundable after July 2, 2020. Total trip fee is $1,650.
2. Make your 1st $800 deposit below through our secure "Register Now" PayPal button using any major credit card or a PayPal account. You must pay your deposit to register on-line. There are no additional fees or surcharges for on-line registration, and you will be able to review your fee prior to payment. NOTE: $300 of your 1st deposit is non-refundable at any time, and the remaining $500 of your 1st deposit is non-refundable after July 2, 2020. NO REFUNDS AFTER JULY 2, 2020. (We strongly recommend purchasing Trip Insurance from your preferred insurance carrier.)
3. Submit Data: After successfully paying your 1st deposit, PayPal will direct your browser to our secure Trip Registration Form (it's a Google Form). Allow at least 10 minutes to complete, and be as thorough as possible before you SUBMIT the form. If your browser does NOT redirect you to the registration form, scroll to the link below the payment button to complete your registration.
4. Get your Confirmation E-mail: After submitting your Registration Form, instructor Beth Wiegandt will contact you via e-mail. Add "YourOutdoorClassroom@gmail.com" to your contacts so that Beth can send you an e-mail with links to your course information, a required Health Form, any additional payments due, and important information about your trip.
1. You must understand the Requisites and Trip Price/Deposits information above. $300 of your initial deposit is non-refundable at any time, and the remaining $500 of your initial deposit is non-refundable after July 2, 2020. Total trip fee is $1,650.
2. Make your 1st $800 deposit below through our secure "Register Now" PayPal button using any major credit card or a PayPal account. You must pay your deposit to register on-line. There are no additional fees or surcharges for on-line registration, and you will be able to review your fee prior to payment. NOTE: $300 of your 1st deposit is non-refundable at any time, and the remaining $500 of your 1st deposit is non-refundable after July 2, 2020. NO REFUNDS AFTER JULY 2, 2020. (We strongly recommend purchasing Trip Insurance from your preferred insurance carrier.)
3. Submit Data: After successfully paying your 1st deposit, PayPal will direct your browser to our secure Trip Registration Form (it's a Google Form). Allow at least 10 minutes to complete, and be as thorough as possible before you SUBMIT the form. If your browser does NOT redirect you to the registration form, scroll to the link below the payment button to complete your registration.
4. Get your Confirmation E-mail: After submitting your Registration Form, instructor Beth Wiegandt will contact you via e-mail. Add "YourOutdoorClassroom@gmail.com" to your contacts so that Beth can send you an e-mail with links to your course information, a required Health Form, any additional payments due, and important information about your trip.
If you already paid, but your browser didn't direct you to our on-line registration, be sure to complete the registration and submit your data HERE.
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