Cotopaxi Volcano Biking Tour with Guide (DC & Trail)
Pichincha, Ecuador
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One of the best places for mountain biking: Cotopaxi National Park. Through volcanic valleys and different bike trails on a guided tour from Quito. Explore the stunning Valley of the Nine Volcanoes.
Highlights
- Feel the thrill of a bike descent to Limpiopungo Lagoon in a volcanic valley
- Hike to the José Rivas Refuge at 4,864 meters above sea level
- Explore Cotopaxi National Park and the Volcanic Valley
- Enjoy a guided tour with 4x4 transportation and all necessary equipment
- Savor 9 meals, including breakfasts, lunches, and dinners
Description
Begin your adventure with a pickup from Quito or Latacunga and head south along the Pan-American Highway. Enter the Valley of the Nine Volcanoes, where, on a clear day, you can admire the area's majestic volcanoes and sacred peaks: Pasochoa, Rumiñahui, Sincholagua, Cotopaxi, the Ilinizas, Corazón, La Viudita, Ninahuilca, and Atacazo. Upon arriving at Cotopaxi National Park, approach the northern face of the volcano. Cross a volcanic valley at 3,800 meters above sea level before ascending to the Cotopaxi Volcano’s slopes, where you reach the refuge parking lot (4,500 masl). Where there are some route's options that you previosly booked Optional hike to the José Rivas Refuge at 4,864 masl (approximately 2 hours up and back not recommended for Route 4 and 5). After the hike, begin an exhilarating bike descent to Limpiopungo Lagoon in the volcanic valley or the route you chose Enjoy the convenience of 4x4 transportation, a certified guide, and entrance to Cotopaxi National Park. Ride a real MTB bike equipped with hydraulic disc brakes and Rock Shox suspension, with helmets provided for your safety. After the adventure, time for lunch (not included) and return to QuitoIncludes
4x4 transportation Certified tour guide Entrance to Cotopaxi National Park Helmet Real MTB bike (hydraulic disc brakes, RockShox suspension)Excludes
Breakfast ($5-$10) Lunch ($7-$15) Tips/gratuitiesImportant Information
- Pick up from two meeting points in Quito: Plaza Foch at 6am and Plaza de San Blas at 6:15am The hike to the José Rivas Refuge is approximately 2 hours up and back. Bicycles are equipped with hydraulic disc brakes and Rock Shox suspension.
