Cotopaxi Volcano: Visit from Quito, Alpaca, Lagoon and volcanoes
Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador
Enjoy a visit to the Cotopaxi Volcano National Park. Surround yourself with nature at the Limpiopungo Lagoon, located in the middle of 3 volcanoes. Get your camera ready for pictures with alpacas.
Cotopaxi Volcano Day Trip from Quito with Private Transport
This full-day tour suits travelers based in Quito seeking to explore Cotopaxi National Park and surrounding volcanoes with private transportation and guided support.
Highlights
- Pick up and drop-off included
- Private transportation
- Visit Cotopaxi Volcano within 5 hours from Quito
Description
The trip begins with pickup from your accommodation in Quito. Along the route, you will see several Andes volcanoes including Cayambe, Antisana, and Pasochoa.
Traveling via the Panamericana highway to Cotopaxi National Park, the tour stops at Romerillos Viewpoint to view Corazón Volcano and the Illinizas Volcanoes and offers opportunities to take photographs with alpacas.
At the park entrance, you can acclimatize with traditional coca tea and explore stalls selling handicrafts and ponchos.
Inside Cotopaxi National Park, you will reach an elevation of approximately 4,000 meters for views and photos of Cotopaxi Volcano. Wildlife sightings may include spectacled bears, condors, wild horses, deer, and various native birds.
The tour continues to Limpiopungo Lagoon, situated among three volcanoes, where you can hike and observe local nature before returning to Quito.
Cotopaxi is one of the most active volcanoes worldwide and the second highest peak in Ecuador after Chimborazo. Its nearly perfect snow-capped cone and status alongside the Galapagos Islands make it a key feature of Ecuador’s natural geography and a popular destination for visitors.
Includes
- Pick up and drop-off
- Entrance to Cotopaxi National Park
- Entrance to Limpiopungo Lagoon
- Photo opportunities with alpacas
- Access to handicraft stalls
- Certified tour guide
Excludes
- Additional expenses
- Gratuities
Important Information
- Check availability if booking just one day in advance
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
To prepare, bring layers for high altitude, water, comfortable walking shoes, and a camera. Morning departures are recommended to maximize daylight and wildlife viewing opportunities.
