Description: On this tour we will visit several indigenous villages, where we learn about different kinds of handicrafts and how they are made; for example mats made of totora reed, musical instruments, weavings made of sheep wool and jewelry made of seeds. The tour also includes a visit to Peguche Waterfall and the town of Cotacachi, which is famous for its leatherwork. Finally, we will head to the spectacular Lake Cuicocha within the Cotacachi-Cayapas Ecological Reserve.
Difficulty: easy
Total Duration: app. 7 hours
Tour Itinerary*
- 09:00 - meeting point Runa Tupari office in Otavalo (pick-up from hotel in Otavalo is possible)
- 09:30 - visit of San Rafael community, handicrafts made of totora reedgrass
- 10:30 - visit of Peguche Waterfall and a workshop of music instruments
- 11:30 - visit of a weaver´s workshop in the indigenous community of Carabuela
- 13:00 - lunch in Cotacachi, free time to explore the city and its leather shops
- 14:00 - visit of a women project in La Calera, jewelry made of natural materials
- 14:30 - drive to Cuicocha Lake, free time at the lake (~45min)
- 16:00 - return to Otavalo
*Given times are approximate times. Starting times and order of activities may be changed due to weather conditions, clients´preferences and other reasons.
- guide,
- private transport,
- lunch,
- entry fees
Mandatory: interest in handicrafts and indigenous culture
Recommended: camera, water (small bottle), sun protection, fleece/warm layer
Optional: some money in case you want to buy handmade handicrafts
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Prices are per person. Ecuadorian clients will be charged an additional 12% VAT.
Children under 2 years travel for free. Children 2-6 years pay half the price.
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