Hacienda El Porvenir , nestled on the slopes of the majestic Rumiñahui Volcano, is the perfect destination for travelers seeking adventure and a deep connection with nature. Just 1.5 hours from Quito and only a short distance from Cotopaxi National Park, this charming hacienda offers a unique experience to explore the awe-inspiring Cotopaxi Volcano and discover the authentic Andean way of life.

Whether you’re hiking through pristine landscapes, horseback riding across scenic trails, or enjoying traditional cultural activities, Hacienda El Porvenir provides unforgettable experiences for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike. It’s the ideal getaway for an immersive, memorable escape filled with breathtaking views, rich culture, and thrilling outdoor activities.

Passport to Adventure

Activities
Schedules
Estimated Duration
2D/1N
3D/2N
4D/3N
Self-guided hikes
08H00 to 16H00
1-4 hrs
Cooking classes
16H30
1.5 hrs
Mountain and electric bikes (self-guided)
08H30 to 14H00
1-4 hrs
Lasso classes
12H00
1.5 hrs
Hacienda life experience
07H00
1.5 hrs
Plant a tree
12H00
1.5 hrs
Apu Mountain Spa Wetlands Area
15H00 to 21H00
1 hr
High and low ropes
10H00 and 15H00
1.5 hrs
Shared horseback ride
09H00 and 14H30
2 hrs
Rumiñahui hike
09H00
4 hrs
X
Cotopaxi National Park visit
Departures between 09H00 and 14H30
5 hrs
X
X

Hacienda El Porvenir Gallery

Prices are Per Person – 2026

Facilities
 
  • Social areas with fireplace
  • Restaurant
  • Private dining room
  • Parking
  • Spa
  • Self-guided trails
  • Children’s playground
  • 50% renewable energy thanks to our solar panels

 

22 Rooms:

  • 6 Master Suites:
    • 2 Double Master Suites
    • 4 Master Suites that can be arranged as doubles, triples (1 sofa bed), or quadruples (2 sofa beds)
  • 3 Junior Suites – double or triple occupancy
  • 5 Traditional Double Rooms
  • 8 Machai Double Rooms


Services

  • Laundry
  • Bilingual administrative Staff (spanish and english)
  • Wide range of services


Location

  • 3500 meters above sea level – 11500 ft
  • 1 hour and 45 minutes from Quito
  • 4 km at the northern entrance of Cotopaxi National Park
  • 3 access routes (machachi, los chillos Valley, and cotopaxi National park)
  • The closest lodge to cotopaxi in a volcanic safety zone

Accommodation

If you have questions about Hacienda El Porvenir, please, contact us directly or fill the following contact form

Hacienda El Porvenir Map

Entry Requirements

 

The following information is provided by the Ministries of the Interior and Human Relations for citizens who wish to visit and get to know Ecuador.

Therefore, Responsible travel as a tour operator considers the following guidelines in order to generate a satisfactory experience on your trip through Ecuador. Nevertheless, please note that any requirement can change without prior notice, and it is the responsibility of each traveler to make sure to comply with the current requirements when entering the country.

Visa

The duration to visit the country is 90 days a year; if you are going to extend your visit, it is recommended to pay an extension.

List of countries that need a visa to enter Ecuador:

AfghanistanGuinea BissauRepublic of the Congo
AlbaniaHaitiDemocratic People’s Republic of Korea
Angola KenyaSenegal
BangladeshKyrgyzstanSierra Leone
CameroonIndiaSyria
ChadIraqSri Lanka
Ivory CoastIranSomalia
CubaLibyaSudan
EgyptMaliSouth Sudan
EritreaMauritaniaTajikistan
EthiopiaMyanmarUzbekistan
PhilippinesNigeriaVenezuela
GambiaPakistanVietnam
GhanaNepalYemen
GuineaDemocratic Republic of the Congo 

Applying for a visa

In case of applying for a visa and being able to enter the country. Please contact the following emails: consejeria@cancilleria.gob.ec and citasvisas@cancilleriga.gob.ec.

For more information, there are links to Ecuadorian embassies as well as foreign embassies within the country.

In the case of entering the country by land or river

The Government, through its Ministries, provides that foreign citizens who enter the country through the land or river borders of Colombia and Peru may present their apostilled certificate indicating that they do not have a criminal record; this certificate must have been issued in their country of origin or residence in the last five years.  or in turn request the review of the corresponding information through the Ecuadorian Migration System (SIMIEC).

The following individuals are exempt from filing

  • Holders of a valid Ecuadorean visa
  • Holders of diplomatic passports
  • Children and adolescents under 18
  • Victims of human trafficking.

COVID-19 rules

There is not a COVID certificate needed at the moment, but if you experience symptoms prior to your trip, you can complete a health application and bring it to the airport.

Conditions for passport validity

The passport must be valid for at least half a year. Access is restricted without a valid or reported lost document

 Galapagos Islands

People could visit until 60 days. For enter, you need to present:

Foreign Exchange

When you leave the country, you must declare the foreign exchange if you exceed the aggregate of $1,380.

Personal ID

As a regular law, you must carry your identification. Always keep a copy of your passport, with the pages containing your photo and Ecuadorian entrance stamp.


 

Output Requirements

 

Departure of Foreign Citizens

  1. Valid passport
  2. Ticket Flight

Departure of national and foreign minors

Ecuadorian children and adolescents and resident foreigners may leave the national territory under the following conditions:

  • Accompanied by their parents, legal guardians, or whoever exercises parental authority, or with one of their parents with prior notarial or judicial authorization from those who are not traveling with them.
  • Alone or with third parties with the prior authorization of the parents, guardians, or those who exercise parental authority.
 
 
 
 

lenguage

The native language is Spanish. Some indigenous people speak Spanish, Quechua, and English. The indigenous communities living in the jungle speak their languages and dialects.

At Responsible Travel, we are trained to provide the best experience to the tourist. For this reason, our team of guides is bilingual, as are most of our suppliers (hotels and restaurants).