Colombia · EnduroDuration
13 Days
Level
Advanced – Pro
Style
Enduro / Trail
From
$3,395
The expeditionColombia.
A point-to-point Andes crossing built for advanced-to-pro riders — from the volcanoes of Ecuador into the borderlands of Colombia, freeride lines and ancient trails.
- A two-country Andes crossing
- Freeride the lines of Ibarra and Los Chotas
- Exploring the Ecuador–Colombia borderlands
- Unravel ancient volcanic trails
Is this trip for you?
Built for advanced to pro riders.
You should be comfortable on technical singletrack and steep descents, riding multiple days back to back at altitude. You don't need to be a racer — you need to love earning the down.
Fitness level
Level 3 · Advanced – Pro
Big descents and consecutive ride days.
Day by dayThe Itinerary
Day01
Arrive Quito
Airport pickup and hotel check-in; optional bike build or a walk around the city.
Day02
Travel to Cotopaxi and ride the bike park
Loamy volcanic singletrack through humid forest — 9 mi and 3,500 ft down — with jump lines and a pump track.
Day03
Cotopaxi Freeride Frenzy
Three freeride runs from 15,500 ft, about 3,300 ft each, across high-alpine tundra.
Day04
Rest and travel to Ibarra
A drive north through the Valley of Volcanoes with a lunch stop in Otavalo.
Day05
Discover the MTB freeride lines of Ibarra
Over 150 trails from intermediate to expert — 14 mi and 7,500 ft of descent.
Day06
Day 2 shredding Los Chotas
More Ibarra freeride in the same vast desert zone — 14 mi and 7,500 ft down.
Day07
Final day riding in Ibarra
A last desert ride, then a pampa mesa and party at Casa Suaya.
Day08
Travel to Colombia
A drive across the border with a stop at the Sanctuary of Las Lajas, one of the world's most magnificent churches.
Day09
Exploring the borderlands
The Portachuelo and Alisal trails from 10,170 ft above the Guaitara Canyon — 18 mi and 6,000 ft of descent.
Day10
Journey to the volcanic realm
Azufral Volcano: a traverse and descent from 12,300 ft, plus the flowy Passion of Christ trail.
Day11
Unraveling ancient trails
The Yacuanqer Inca Trail with natural pump sections and ruins, plus Pasto's competition tracks.
Day12
Travel back to Quito
A long drive back into Ecuador with cultural and culinary stops along the way.
Day13
Departure Day
Breakfast and airport transfer.
On the groundThe Gallery
What's included
- Accommodation for the entire trip
- Multiple days of guided MTB rides in various ride locations
- 1 professional, local, bilingual MTB guide per 4 riders
- Local guides in each location
- All transportation during the trip (minus transportation during free time)
- Arrival and departure transfers
- All breakfasts, all lunches, trail snacks, and purified water for riding
- Entrance fees to bike parks and trails on ride days and cultural days
- Cultural activities
- 24/7 support
- Signature Two Wheel Epix ride jersey
Not included
- Airfare to/from the trip
- Travel insurance
- Bike gear and safety gear
- Guiding team tips (10–15% of trip price, per person)
- Anything not listed in What's Included
Good to know
How many people are in a group?+
3–8 riders on public trips and 2–12 on private trips (a fee applies to 2-person trips).
How does payment work?+
A $500 deposit (non-refundable) holds your spot, and the remaining balance is charged 60 days before the trip date.
What's the cancellation policy?+
The deposit is non-refundable once paid, and full payment is non-refundable inside 60 days before departure. Trip insurance must be purchased the same day as the deposit in order to protect your trip value.
What food is included?+
All breakfasts and lunches, trail snacks, water, and one apres beverage per rider per day. Dinners are not included.
Is airfare included?+
No, but your airport pickup is included.
How do I get my bike there?+
Riders pack their bike into a bike box or bike bag (we recommend Dakine) and check it as normal luggage.
How much is the airline bike fee?+
Under 51 lbs it's usually $30–$50 with United, American, or Delta. Over 52 lbs it's $80–$150. It's often free with status.
What is the trail level?+
This is one of our Advanced-specific trips. It is built for advanced to pro riders — you should be comfortable on steep, technical singletrack, freeride features and exposure, and ready to ride big descending days back to back.
Is there a lot of pedaling?+
No — around 300 ft (100 m) of pedaling per ride day. It's mainly shuttle riding.
What is the weather like?+
Across our trips temperatures range from 40–90°F (5–30°C). You'll want a puffy jacket and a rain jacket.
What about altitude sickness?+
All trips are built to acclimatize riders to altitude gradually, and all guides are highly trained on altitude sickness.
Departures
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