APU Experiences

Experiences

Private and small-group programmes across the Andes and the Pacific coast.

APU Experiences is the umbrella for our seven guided lines — climbing, trekking, cycling, kitesurfing, retreats, Galapagos and open-water mountain swims. One team, one set of standards, one trip.

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APU Climbs

High-altitude climbing

7–20 DAYS · 4,800–6,263 M

Ecuador has the most accessible high mountains in the world. With proper shape, acclimatization and some good luck, mountains like Cotopaxi, Chimborazo, Cayambe, Antisana, Illiniza Norte, and many others. can be climbed. If you lack the experience this is the place to start!

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APU Treks

Trekking & páramo

3–8 days · moderate to hard

Multi-day traverses through cloud forest, high páramo and crater lakes, with comfortable haciendas between days.

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APU Ride

Cycling the Andes

1–7 days · support vehicle

Road and gravel routes on the Avenue of the Volcanoes, origin of some of the best Pro Tour riders

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APU Kite

KITESURFING SANTA MARIANITA

June–December · all levels

Steady cross-shore wind and warm water in Santa Marianita  — lessons or downwinders for riders who already fly.

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APU Retreats

Yoga & meditation retreats

4–7 days · max 10 guests

Small mountain retreats: morning practice, breathwork at altitude, silent hikes and evening meditation.

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APU Galapagos

Galapagos, your way

4–14 days · cruises & island hopping

We design custom Galapagos trips combining any of our activities in the archipelago — wildlife and nature, MTB, sea kayaking, trail running, diving and snorkelling — and we sell yacht cruises and island-hopping itineraries across the Enchanted Isles.

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APU Swims

Open-water mountain swims

2–6 days · all swim levels

Swim in high-altitude crater lakes and páramo lagoons across the Ecuadorian Andes — crystal-clear water, volcanic backdrops and routes for every level.

Adaptive adventure · Joint venture

APU × ZUKO — Adaptive Experiences

Nature is not a staircase. Together with Zuko Carrasco we design outdoor programs for wheelchair users and people with reduced mobility — trails, páramo, beach and volcanoes, with adapted equipment, trained crew and real safety protocols.

See the programme

All programmes include certified guiding, technical gear, transport, and full acclimatisation planning.