El Porvenir: Discover the Authenticity

Hacienda El Porvenir offers travelers an exceptional blend of adventure, coziness, and cultural immersion in the heart of the Andean páramo. With first-class service and a deep connection to nature, this hacienda is the ideal destination for those seeking an authentic experience in the Ecuadorian Andes.

A Warm Welcome and Exclusive Renovations

From the moment you arrive, you’ll be greeted with a warm welcome. The hacienda has recently undergone a significant renovation, enhancing its infrastructure with upgraded roofs, windows, and chimneys to ensure a more comfortable stay. With 19 beautifully designed rooms, including master suites, junior suites, traditional rooms, and an exclusive space for guides, El Porvenir guarantees a cozy and unforgettable experience.

Adventure for Everyone

El Porvenir invites you to explore and connect with nature through a variety of exciting activities, including:

• Horseback riding for all levels
• Cycling (regular and electric bikes)
• Hiking & trekking at Rumiñahui
• High & low rope courses to test your skills
• Cooking classes using fresh, local ingredients

Explore the Andes on Horseback

At Hacienda El Porvenir, you can ride alongside wild horses and fighting bulls, spot high-altitude birds like condors, and admire wonderful landscapes. Some routes reach 4,200m, offering spectacular views of Cotopaxi. Whether walking, trotting, or galloping through the páramo, horseback riding is one of the best ways to experience the region’s beauty and traditions.

The hacienda offers a variety of guided rides, from gentle excursions to full-day expeditions, using criollo paramero horses. Guests are provided with traditional riding gear, including woolen ponchos, waterproof ponchos, saddlebags, helmets, and zamarros (sheepskin chaps). Expert Chagras (Andean cowboys) lead every ride, ensuring a safe experience.

Horseback Riding Experiences

• Hacienda Ride (1 hour) A perfect ride for families with young children, exploring the hacienda’s farmland and a reforestation project with over 600,000 native trees. (Beginner level | Ages 4+)
• Mirador Ride (2 hours) Ride through exclusive páramo trails to El Mirador de los Guardianes del Volcán (3,800m), offering stunning views of Cotopaxi and opportunities to spot Andean birds. (Beginner level | Ages 6+)
• Rumiñahui Heights (3.5 hours) A breathtaking journey to the base of Rumiñahui’s Central Summit, with chances to trot or canter across open plateaus and admire up to 12 volcanoes on clear days. (Beginner level | Ages 12+)
• Owl’s Refuge (4 hours) Traverse the southwestern slopes of Rumiñahui Volcano, reaching Chusigmachai (Owl’s Refuge), a natural cave home to the Great Horned Owl and hummingbird nests. (Intermediate level)
• El Porvenir & Cotopaxi National Park Limits (6 hours) A thrilling high-altitude ride, spotting wild bulls and Andean birds, with spectacular views of 12 volcanoes and a stop at Chusigmachai. (Intermediate-Advanced level)

All rides include a local Spanish-speaking guide. These excursions are available to individuals over the age of six, with a maximum of eight passengers per guide, allowing for an intimate and personal experience as you explore the Andean highlands on horse-riding.

Exclusive Equestrian Routes with Andean Travel Company

For horseback riding enthusiasts, Andean Travel Company offers exclusive multi-day expeditions, connecting Ecuador’s most stunning haciendas. Explore the Northern Zone, ride through the Central Andes around Cotopaxi, or venture south to Riobamba and Guayaquil for a unique blend of tradition and luxury. For those wishing to explore Cotopaxi National Park, official park operators ensure an authentic and expertly guided experience.

Hacienda El Porvenir is more than just a place to stay; it’s an invitation to Andean culture, traditions, and landscapes. Offering the perfect balance of adventure and authenticity, it’s the ultimate destination for travelers seeking a genuine connection with nature.

With Andean Travel Company, your experience is more than a journey. Contact us! It will be a deep connection to Ecuador’s rich heritage, landscapes, and timeless traditions.