Private Cotopaxi National Park + Quilotoa

Quito, Ecuador
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Duration10h - 11h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Visit Cotopaxi National Park with this full-day tour departing from Quito. Visit the interpretation center, Lake “Limpiopungo” and hike the highest active volcano "Cotopaxi". Your  guided tour comes with pickup and drop-off from a designed spot by the operator ( near the hotel of the passenger).

What's included

  • Professional guide
  • Transportation
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Quito
    2h
    We pick you up at 8:00 am at your hotel, then we transfer you from Quito to the Cotopaxi National Park.
  2. Cotopaxi National Park
    4h · Admission ticket included
    Departure from Quito is at 8am approx., By the "Pan-Americana Sur" way, admiring the beautiful Andean landscapes.

    Visit the National Park with its interpretation center where animals are exposed in the area, stop at Lake “Limpiopungo” and we can also climb to the refuge of the highest active volcano "Cotopaxi" of 5897 meters high.

    Cotopaxi National Park is a protected area located in Ecuador Latacunga Canton in the Province of Cotopaxi in Ecuador. Inside the park and in the territory of the province of Cotopaxi is the snow-capped Cotopaxi Volcano. It was the first national park to be established in the mainland of Ecuador and the country's second. Its ecosystem is home to several arboreal species, especially pine, live species of cypress, pine, spruce and ash trees.

    Finally get to rest and enjoy nature at a hotel-refuge before returning to Quito.
  3. Quilotoa
    1h
    As we continue our journey towards the Quilotoa Volcano, we will pass through the indigenous community of Tigua, famous for its Andean-themed handicrafts. We will then continue to the community of Zumbahua, where we will stop at the Toachi River Canyon viewpoint to take photos. Afterward, we will proceed to the lagoon viewpoint, where we will have a breathtaking view of the entire volcanic crater and its stunning turquoise lagoon. From this point, the hike begins. If time and weather conditions permit, we will take a short walk to fully appreciate the majestic view of the volcano.
  4. Quito
    2h
    After enjoying nature in a hotel-refuge we return to the city of Quito.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Quito
Quito, Ecuador
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Quito
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Pickup details

In this map you will find a selected radius, but if you are staying in Quito urban area, just let us know your hotel to arrange the pick up.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Dress code is confortable shoes and warm clothing
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Operated by BM TOURS SA · Booked through Viator
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