Family Accommodations Calera
Experience Authenticity with Family Accommodations Calera
La Calera is one of the largest and most vibrant communities in Cotacachi, a city made up of 45 culturally rich communities in the highland and lowland areas. As part of a responsible tourism effort, 17 local families have transformed parts of their homes into welcoming spaces for visitors through a proyect known as Family Accommodations Calera.
This isn’t your typical hotel stay—Family Accommodations Calera offers a warm, immersive experience where guests can truly connect with the Kichwa culture. Through Quichua Tours, you’re not just booking a bed; you’re stepping into the rhythm of daily life. Share stories with your host family, learn about ancestral customs, and savor traditional meals made from local ingredients.
Each family home follows biosecurity protocols to ensure the safety of both guests and hosts, making your visit not only enriching but also safe. The goal is simple: to build bridges between travelers and the community, where every visit becomes a shared cultural exchange.
Want to explore more? We offer optional transportation from Otavalo to La Calera or San Martín, which includes visits to two inspiring women’s workshop—Sumak Muyo, known for intricate tagua necklaces, and Alli Maki, specialists in handcrafted embroidery. The experience also includes a traditional dinner, breakfast, and a personalized woven bracelet featuring your name—an unforgettable keepsake of your time here.
Our local families will become your family from the very start of the tour. Don’t worry—language isn’t a barrier to connecting. You can use an online translator, and many families know basic English words that can help you communicate. Take this opportunity to share, reconnect, and feel right at home.
Reconnect with nature, culture, and community. Book your stay with Quichua Tours and be part of the living story of Cotacachi through Family Accommodations Calera. Reservations should be made at least two days in advance to ensure availability. Taxes not included.
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Destination
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Departure
Otavalo City or Cotacahi -
Departure Time
Check In 03h00pm -
Return Time
Check Out 10h00am -
Dress Code
Casual, comfortable and light -
Included
BreakfastDinnerFamily accommodationPersonal Guide -
Not Included
Accommodation (hotel)Airport TransferBike and helmetBracelet and activitiesBracelets with your nameCoffee ProcessCooking ClassExtra drinksGallery TicketGroup Purification RitualGuide Esp - EngHorsesHotSpring NangulviLunchPachamankaPartera DemonstrationTaxes (VAT)Tents and sleeping matsTicketsTipsTraditional lunchTransportTrapiche ProcessVisit to Alpaca BreedingWork materialsYuca and Coffee Tasting
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Tour Plan
📝 3:00 PM – Check-in at your community homestay
📝 3:30 PM – Family and community activities
Each family offers different activities, making every visit truly unique. Let yourself be surprised and feel like a true member of the community!
📝 6:00 PM – Traditional dinner preparation
📝 7:00 PM – Family dinner
📝 10:00 AM (next day) – Check-out
🎒 Want to add more adventures to your stay?
Ask Quichua Tours about additional activities like:
- Bike routes 🚴♂️
- Horseback riding 🐎
- Spiritual hikes 🌄
- Local cooking classes 👩🍳
We create unique experiences just for you!
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Francine Kappeler.
Comenzar un viaje con la pandemia mundial fue muy difícil de hacer, pero mi familia canadiense y yo decidimos explorar el mundo, esta vez decidimos visitar Sudamérica.
mayo 23, 2025 at 11:59 pm