Quito: Cotopaxi National Park and Quilotoa Day Trip

Tours Excursões de um dia Ofertas e Descontos Atividades ao Ar Livre Tours Guiados Viagens de 1 dia de Natureza e Aventura Mirantes Passeios turísticos Parques nacionais Caminhada em trilhas (hiking) Tours por vulcões

Explore the Andes on a day trip from Quito. Visit Cotopaxi National Park, see the Limpiopungo Lagoon, and admire the stunning Quilotoa Crater and Lagoon.

Highlights

  • Feel the thrill of standing at the edge of the stunning Quilotoa Crater
  • Discover the breathtaking landscapes of Cotopaxi National Park
  • Enjoy a scenic drive through the Andes, passing local communities
  • Visit the Limpiopungo Lagoon Lookout for stunning views and birdwatching
  • Benefit from convenient pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Quito

Description

Begin your adventure with a convenient pickup from your accommodation in Quito or Quito's airport. Stop for acclimatization with coca tea, buy Andean snacks or extra drinks, or have breakfast (if you didn't have it). Visit the volcanic valley and Limpiopungo Lagoon in Cotopaxi National Park at 3800 meters above sea level (12,467 ft). Arrive at the volcanic valley where there are more possibilities to appreciate the Cotopaxi volcano, the second highest of Ecuador. After this first visit, leave this national park that is located in the eastern mountain range, take the Panamericana Highway again to the south to connect to Pujili area and the Western Mountain Range where Quilotoa Lagoon is, part of Los Ilinizas Ecological Reserve. Cross some Andean communities during the day. Finally, arrive at Quilotoa Community 3850 meters above sea level, (12,631 ft). where you can find some scenic viewpoints, a colorful craft market and stores, restaurants, and cafes. Admire the Quilotoa Volcanic Lagoon from a viewpoint. Enjoy free time for lunch in Quilotoa (not included). End of the, Return to Quito. Drop-off in your hotel.

Includes

Pick-up & drop-off at the hotel in Quito Cotopaxi National Park Entrance Limpiopungo Lagoon Lookout Water refill Transportation Professional driver Certified Tour Guide Contribution to Quilotoa Community

Important Information

  • The order of the itinerary may vary according to logistical conditions; however, the mentioned attractions will be visited.

Easy cancellation

Cancele com até 24 horas de antecedência e obtenha reembolso integral

Directions

Gallery

Book Nearby Accommodation

Get Directions
Check availability

My Lists

Create New Guide

OR

Mini Guides
Arrow

Login to create your guides for Ecuador.

Add to My Guide

Create New Guide

Cancel

Cancel

We Are Part of the My Guide Network!

My Guide Ecuador is part of the global My Guide Network of Online & Mobile travel guides.

We are now in 180+ Destinations and Growing. If you are interested in becoming a local travel partner and would like to find out more then click for more info about our Website Business Opportunity.

Nearby Destinations

Events in Ecuador

Please select a Date first.

Search for a company in Ecuador