Penka Trail
per person
The Penka Trail route takes place in two important historical sites, the Quitsato Sundial, and the Hacienda Guachalá, the oldest hacienda in Ecuador. This cultural and recreational offer aims to motivate knowledge about the Andean Agave or «Penka», the traditions, the gastronomic heritage, environmental factors, botany and many other details that make this fascinating plant an important part of the cultural identity and heritage of the equatorial Andes
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Level
Easy -
Duration
Half day -
Activity
Scientific and cultural trail.
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Age Range
Min: 5-85+ -
Group
Min: 5 – Max: 30 -
Temporality
Year round -
Languages
English – Spanish -
Includes
Local ExpertEntrance FeesSnacksFiltered water -
Not Included
TransportationLunch
Combine this trip
Visits to Catequilla, Rumicucho, Cochasquí y Pambamarca.
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HIGHLIGHTS
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HIGHLIGHTS:
- Hacienda Guachalá
- Quitsato Sundial
- Agave Gardens
- Ancestral Gastronomy
Tour Location
Panamericana Norte E35, Km 192. Barrio La Bola de Guachalá, Cayambe, Ecuador
Cristobal Cobo
Cristóbal is an independent researcher and cultural manager focused on Andean and colonial astronomy. He works in theoretical geography and gives lectures at international congresses and has presented his results in different scientific journals, as well as international documentaries. He is a specialist in everything related to the Equatorial Line, history, geography, astronomy and archaeology. He also leads ethnobotanical explorations specialized in Agave and bambusoides in the region. He is also an activist for peace and its promotion.