Quito: Cotopaxi – Climb to the hut and hike around Limpiopungo Lagoon

Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador



Visit Cotopaxi Volcano, hike up to the first Jose Ribas shelter, see the ice, and take incredible photos. We will visit the Limpiopungo lagoon and enjoy its delicious cuisine.

Highlights

  • Hike to the first Jose Ribas Cotopaxi shelter
  • Visit Cotopaxi Volcano and Limpiopungo Lagoon
  • Spot birds, wild horses, moorland foxes, and deer.

Description

We will pick you up from your hotel or another location within Quito. We will make a short stop so you can enjoy a hot drink, such as hot chocolate or tea, to warm up. We will check in at the entrance, and you will be able to take photos and use the restroom. We will enter the reserve. We will make a short stop to take photos and perform a dance ritual to ask Pachamama for permission. We will ascend to the first refuge if you wish. At the shelter, you will have 1 hour to rest, take photos, and enjoy the surroundings. Then we will descend and take a short walk around the Limpiopungo lagoon. If we're lucky, we'll see wild horses, foxes, birds, deer, and more. Afterward, you can enjoy a delicious lunch. At the end of the tour, you will be dropped off at your hotel.

Includes

Transportation for the entire trip Local guide Bottled water

Excludes

Meals Tips

Important Information

  • Wear warm clothing Comfortable shoes

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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