Try your hand at bartering at South America’s largest indigenous market Hop in a taxi ($3) or a take a short, leisurely stroll down the hill to reach the famous market town of Otavalo. If you’re here on a Saturday you’ll get the pleasure of seeing this vibrant market in[…]

Stretch your legs whilst enjoying spectacular views of lush, green, Andean countryside on one of the many hikes on offer to suit all abilities. At Rose Cottage we are lucky enough to be within 40 mins walking distance of the secluded Taxopamba waterfalls. If you’re feeling fit why not try[…]

Enjoy the Andes on horseback direct from Rose Cottage.

Take the breathtaking train from Otavalo all the way to the cloud forest. A perfect day trip from Rose Cottage.

Visit the Parque Condor, a Dutch-owned foundation which rehabilitates raptors, vultures and other birds of prey. The birds fly several times a day for public demonstrations. It’s a great opportunity to get up close to an Andean condor.