Cotopaxi Horseback Riding Tour from Quito
Join a horseback riding tour in the Andes that's suitable for all skill levels. Travel to Cotopaxi National Park, admiring stunning mountain views.
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Highlights
- Explore the stunning landscapes of Cotopaxi National Park on horseback
- Enjoy a ride that's suitable for beginners as well as experts
- Start with a visit to the ranch's hacienda for coffee or tea
Description
Enjoy a full-day horseback tour riding in the Andes Mountains about a 1.5-hour drive south of Quito. Start out from a ranch inside Cotopaxi National Park. Both beginners and experienced riders will enjoy this activity that provides the opportunity to appreciate the stunning landscapes of the national park. Detailed Itinerary 7:00 AM: Pickup at your hotel in Quito followed by a drive to the ranch9:00 AM: Coffee or tea at the hacienda in Cotopaxi National Park9:30 AM: Begin horseback riding inside the Cotopaxi National Park (2, 4, or 6 hours)12:00 PM-1:30 PM: Optional lunch4:00 PM: Return to QuitoIncludes
Professional driver Transportation from and to Quito Urban Zone hotels Guided ride on healthy, strong horses (for riders of all ability levels) Helmet Tea or coffee at the hacienda Optional tips for the guide LunchImportant Information
- Since you will ride in the mountains where the trails may be steep and with less oxygen, there is a maximum rider weight limit of 200 pounds (90.7 kilograms). Slight exceptions can be made on the one-day-rides
- Important things to bring: warm and waterproof clothing, comfortable shoes (no flip-flops or other type of open shoes), water, sun block, sunglasses, and your passport
- It is important to have current travel insurance including personal medical insurance. Please inform the local supplier of any known medical conditions you have
- The operator reserves the right to change the itinerary without previous notice due to weather, National Park regulations or notifications and unpredictable circumstances
- Unfortunately the National Park does not allow photo stops during the ride to the Hacienda inside the park. If you would like to visit Limpiopungo or the Cotopaxi refugio and make photo stops, it is obligatory to rent the services of a local guide (40 USD)
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