ACTIVITIES

  Hot Springs at Chachimbiro:
The thermal springs of Chachimbiro are located at only 7 Km. away from the lodge. The springs are famous for their therapeutic and curative properties.
     
  Cotacachi-Cayapas Reserve:
Hike to the Cotacachi-Cayapas Nature Reserve enjoying the beautiful landscapes, flora and fauna and its pristine lakes. It is possible to organize day hikes or treks for several days to the reserve. We provide all logistics and organization for trekking but an advanced reservation is required.
     
  Archaelogical sites:
A visit to the pre-colombian archaelogical sites of the Caranqui people is a must. In the neighbourhood there are lots of burial mounds, ceremonial pyramids and pucaras which are the most relevant remnants of aechaeoastronomy.
     
  Day hikes :
Hikes to the dry forest as well as to the cloud forest in order to observe the exotic vegetation and colorful birds such as tanagers, trogons and vermilion flycatchers. Some hikes may last hours or a full day.
     
  Afro-Ecuadorian encounter:
An afro-Ecuadorian encounter in the Chota Valley is something quite unique. These ethnic groups have developed an artistic and creative handcraftsmanship, such as painted clay masks.
     
  Angel Nature Reserve:
Daily tour to El Angel Nature Reserve, well known for its curious landscape dotted with gigantic Espeletia plants.
     
  Golondrina mountain:
Treks to the subtropical forest of Golondrina mountain (1-4 days).
     
  Horseback riding :
Horseback riding between sugar property, remote forest and towns.
     
  Mountain bike :
Mountain bike tours along gorgeous paths and ravines of the region.
     
  The Pacific Coast :
Besides this we recommend you use Hosteria Pantaví as a departure point to the beaches of the Pacific Ocean: San Lorenzo and Las Peñas.
6/8/2004

Km. 6 en la via Salinas - Tumbabiro Provincia de Imbabura - Ecuador
P.O. Box: 17-12-45 Quito - Ecuador
Phone:(593-2) 2347 476 Direct fax:(593-2) 2345 290
info@hosteriapantavi.ec