Quito: Quito Cable Car on Pichincha Volcano

Pichincha, Ecuador

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Visit the Quito Cable Car at an altitude of 4,000 meters. Walk in Cruz Loma, one of the hills of the Pichincha Volcano. Enjoy the best viewpoint in Quito.

Quito Cable Car Private Tour with Hotel Pickup

The Quito Cable Car, known as Teleférico, is a private tour ascending from 3,117 to 3,947 meters on the Rucu Pichincha volcano foothills, ideal for visitors interested in high-altitude landscapes and city views.

Description

The Teleférico cable car operates in Quito, Ecuador, climbing from the Motriz platform at 3,117 meters above sea level to Cruz Loma at 3,947 meters. It ranks as the eighth highest mechanical lift worldwide and the second highest cable car in the Americas. The 18-minute ride covers 2.5 kilometers, showcasing changes in vegetation from urban zones to the Andean páramo ecosystem.

At the summit, panoramic views include the city of Quito and surrounding mountains such as El Cayambe, Antisana, Pasochoa, Sincholagua, Cotopaxi, and Rumiñahui, visible on clear days. The tour includes hotel pick-up and drop-off within Quito.

Includes

  • Tickets to the Quito Cable Car
  • Transportation
  • Tour guide
  • Snack
  • Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel in Quito

Excludes

  • Additional expenses
  • Tips

Important Information

  • Check availability if booking one day in advance

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, bring warm clothing as temperatures drop at higher altitudes. Booking in the morning improves the chance of clear views.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Quito Cable Car, or Teleférico, is a cable car ride ascending the slopes of Rucu Pichincha volcano from 3,117 to 3,947 meters above sea level in Ecuador.

It starts at the Motriz platform (3,117 meters) and ends at Cruz Loma (3,947 meters) on the Rucu Pichincha volcano near Quito, Ecuador.

The cable car ride lasts approximately 18 minutes and covers a distance of 2.5 kilometers.

Passengers can observe diverse Andean vegetation zones including forests and the páramo ecosystem while riding the cable car in Ecuador.

Yes, the Quito Cable Car is suitable for travelers of various ages who are comfortable at high altitudes.

Yes, there are hiking trails available at the Cruz Loma station on Rucu Pichincha volcano for exploring the Andean environment.

For clearer views of the Andes and Quito, mornings and early afternoons on clear days are ideal; check the website for current operating hours.

Yes, the cable car reaches nearly 4,000 meters in Ecuador, so visitors should be prepared for possible altitude effects.

It is recommended to book tickets in advance to ensure availability, especially during peak tourist seasons in Ecuador.

The Teleférico station is accessible by taxi or public transport from Quito city center; exact directions can be found on local guides or maps.

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