One Day at Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa

4.0 (3 reviews) Quito, Ecuador
Duration9h - 12h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Embark on an adventure through Ecuador, visiting the imposing Cotopaxi Volcano and its national park. Explore Limpiopungo Lagoon and the Mariscal Sucre Interpretation Center to learn about the páramo and its lagoons. Meet Julián, a resident of the Andes, and discover his life alongside the guinea pig, considered a protector of energies. Then, visit the Los Ilinizas Ecological Reserve and the spectacular Toachi River Canyon. End in Quilotoa, where you can hike around the crater or descend to its emerald-green lagoon. A trip full of nature and culture. Don't miss it!

What's included

  • Admission to specified attractions
  • English, Spanish Guide
  • Air-conditioning
  • Food and accommodation
  • Entrance to Quilotoa

What to expect

  1. Quito
    Pass by
    We meet to head south toward the Cotopaxi volcano, one of Ecuador's most iconic volcanoes and one of the country's most important protected areas.
  2. Laguna de Limpiopungo
    40m · Admission ticket included
    At approximately 3,896 meters above sea level, we'll visit the beautiful Limpiopungo Lagoon. Here you can enjoy the local flora and fauna, and if you're a photography enthusiast, this is a perfect place to capture the majesty of the landscape.
  3. Cotopaxi National Park
    40m · Admission ticket included
    We'll enjoy a cultural experience visiting a local family's home, where we'll learn more about their traditions, daily life, the Andean products they grow, and the animals that live in the region. It will be an immersion into Andean culture.
  4. Canon del Rio Toachi
    35m · Admission ticket included
    Before continuing, we'll make a brief stop at the Toachi River Canyon, a stunning landscape that's part of the "Los Ilinizas" Ecological Reserve. A natural haven you can't miss.
  5. Laguna Quilotoa
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    We continue to Quilotoa, an iconic destination in Ecuador, known for its impressive emerald lagoon inside the volcano's crater.

    Once in Quilotoa, admire the stunning emerald lagoon nestled inside the crater of this breathtaking volcanic caldera. Depending on the available time, enjoy a small scenic walk along the crater rim, where you’ll be rewarded with unforgettable panoramic views of the lake and surrounding Andean landscapes. Entrance $2

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

07:00 Espere en la recepción del hotel / si requiere la recogida en otro punto consulte el costo adicional desde $5.

Meeting point

06:45 Espere en la recepción del hotel / si requiere la recogida en otro punto consulte el costo adicional desde $5.

Meeting point

06:30 Espere en la recepción del hotel / si requiere la recogida en otro punto consulte el costo adicional desde $5.

End point

07:00 Espere en la recepción del hotel / si requiere la recogida en otro punto consulte el costo adicional desde $5.

End point

06:45 Espere en la recepción del hotel / si requiere la recogida en otro punto consulte el costo adicional desde $5.

End point

06:30 Espere en la recepción del hotel / si requiere la recogida en otro punto consulte el costo adicional desde $5.

End point

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Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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