Cotopaxi National Park & Quilotoa Crater Lagoon

Quito, Ecuador
Duration12h
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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

Discover two of the most breathtaking landscapes in the Ecuadorian Andes on a full-day adventure from Quito. Explore the spectacular Cotopaxi National Park, home to one of the world's highest active volcanoes, and admire the stunning turquoise waters of Quilotoa Lagoon, a magnificent volcanic crater lake renowned for its extraordinary beauty.

As you travel through the iconic Avenue of the Volcanoes, take in dramatic mountain scenery, visit traditional Andean communities, and experience the rich culture and natural heritage that make Ecuador's highlands one of South America's most remarkable destinations.

What's included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from centrally located hotels in Quito.
  • Professional tour guide
  • Admission fee to the Quilotoa Community (USD 2 per person, payable on-site)
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch

What to expect

  1. Cotopaxi National Park
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Begin your adventure with a scenic two-hour drive along the famous Avenue of the Volcanoes, passing through breathtaking Andean landscapes and charming highland villages. Your first stop is Cotopaxi National Park, home to one of the world's highest active volcanoes and one of Ecuador's most iconic natural treasures.
  2. Laguna de Limpiopungo
    30m
    Continue your visit with a stop at Limpiopungo Lagoon, where you'll enjoy a leisurely walk along its scenic trails while taking in some of the most iconic views of Cotopaxi Volcano.
  3. Laguna Quilotoa
    2h 15m · Admission ticket not included
    After a scenic 1.5-hour drive from Cotopaxi National Park, arrive at the main viewpoint of Quilotoa Lagoon, where you'll admire the turquoise waters filling its volcanic crater. Enjoy free time to take in the spectacular scenery, capture unforgettable photos, and have lunch at a local restaurant before beginning the journey back to Quito. (Lunch is not included.)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

El servicio de recogida está disponible desde hoteles ubicados en el centro de Quito. Nos pondremos en contacto con usted para coordinar el lugar exacto de recogida (su hotel o un punto de encuentro cercano) y la hora específica de recogida.

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour operates with a minimum number of participants. If the minimum is not met, we will confirm an equivalent full-day experience to either Cotopaxi National Park or Quilotoa Lagoon, scheduled for the same travel date.

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All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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