Essence of Otavalo: complete tour guide

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Essence of Otavalo: complete tour guide

Meet totora weavers beside Lake San Pablo, visit sacred Peguche Waterfall, hear Andean music and explore Otavalo’s celebrated craft market. Take home stories, not only souvenirs.

This guide brings together the essential information to prepare your trip and decide whether the experience fits your dates, interests and pace.

Main places

Esta guía conecta Huaycopungo and San Pablo Lake, Peguche Waterfall, Artisan workshops, Cotacachi, Cuicocha Lagoon.

Itinerary

  1. 08:00 · Departure from Otavalo
  2. 08:15 · Totora workshop in Huaycopungo
  3. 10:00 · Peguche Waterfall
  4. 11:30 · Textiles and Andean music
  5. 13:00 · Lunch in Cotacachi
  6. 15:00 · Cuicocha viewpoint

Included

  • Private SUV transportation with Wi-Fi
  • Tour guide
  • À la carte lunch
  • Artisan visits

What to bring

  • Light warm clothing
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Hat and sunscreen
  • Personal water bottle
  • Money for optional purchases

Not included

  • Boat ride at Cuicocha
  • Purchases and additional drinks
  • Activities not listed

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Meet totora weavers beside Lake San Pablo, visit sacred Peguche Waterfall, hear Andean music and explore Otavalo’s celebrated craft market. Take home stories, not only souvenirs.

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