FAQ ANDES

Which is the climate in the Sierra Region?

This region is characterized by a rainy and fry climate from November to April and a dry climate from may to October, with temperatures between 13° and 18° degrees.

How do I get to Quito?

One in Ecuador, you can get to Quito from most of the main towns in the country by plane as much as by bus. By plane TAME, ICARO, AEROGAL. The towns linked with Quito are Guayaquil, Coca, Esmeraldas, Lago Agrio, Loja, Macas, Machala, Manta, Portoviejo, Tulcan, Galapagos.

What places can I visit in Quito?

Quito has an important. History and therefore is rich in museums churches. There are many excursions to be done and interesting local festivals to experience. Places: The historic center of Quito, “Plaza de la Independencia”, “Plaza de San Francisco”,” Plaza de Santo Domingo”.

Why visit to Otavalo City:

Otavalo is very well known for its artisanal market held every Saturday. You will mainly find the fomous Otavalo sweaters with thousands of designs and colors.

How do I get to Otavalo?

It will take you a little more than an hour in bus to get there. The buses to Otavalo can be taken from the bus terminal or from the Avenue “La Prensa”. For your comfort you might want to get a guided tour to be transported in a high class bus.

What activities I can do in Baños City?

Baños is unique and suitable for the practice of several adventure sports such as: rafting, kayaking, mountain biking, four-wheel driving, among others. Also Baños is a natural sanctuary, where tranquility and spirituality flow. It is the perfect setting for meditation and relaxation of the soul. The city has thermal waters of more than 130 F.

How do I get to Baños?

From Quito, rather than waiting for the less frequent buses to Baños, you might prefer to take a bus to Ambato and from there another one to Baños: there are buses Ambato-Baños every half an hour.

How do I get to Cuenca?

By plane, there two companies that will bring you to Cuenca: Icaro & Tame. With both companies you can departure from Quito and Guayaquil.

What places visit to here?

In the morning, go next to the rivers that are crossing the city and you will see the women washing their clothes there.
Churches: The Sagrario, Cathedral of the Immaculate conception
Museums: Central Bank Museum, Other places are Ingapirca Ruins, National Park Cajas, Chordeleg Village.