Get back to nature on a day trip to Cotopaxi National Park from Quito. Get amazing views of the 2nd highest mountain peak in Ecuador and the snow-capped mountains of the Andes.

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Duration 9 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: Spanish, English
Pickup included: Free pick-up possible from your hotel in Quito. Pick-up possible from hotels outside Quito, subject to an additional charge.
Private group available

Highlights

Get back to nature on a hike in Cotopaxi National Park
See the towering summit of Cotopaxi Volcano
Enjoy panoramic views of the Andes Mountains

Full description

Benefit from pick-up at your hotel in Quito in the morning, and then depart the city center and travel by air-conditioned vehicle towards Cotopaxi National Park. Enjoy stunning views of the snow-capped peaks of the Andes Mountains in the distance and the amazing flat lands surrounding the Cotopaxi Volcano. Upon arrival, visit the Interpretation Center to learn more about Ecuador's 2nd highest mountain peak and the Limpiopungo Lagoon. Hike through the surroundings of the Limpiopungo valley for approximately 3 hours, and climb from an altitude of about 3,890 meters above sea level to an elevation of about 4,500 meters. Take in the stunning vistas on clear days, and then enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, if option selected. Return to Quito and get dropped off at your hotel on arrival.

Includes

National park fees
Bottled water
Transportation by private vehicle
Professional guide
Lunch (if option selected)
Coca tea

Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Lunch (if option not selected)

Not suitable for

People with heart problems

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Traveler requirements

Masks are required while indoors

Important information

What to bring

Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Rain gear
Hiking shoes

Know before you go

The passport numbers, age, nationality, and full names of all participants are required

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.3 /5

based on 4 reviews

Review summary

Value for money
4/5
Safety
5/5
Service
4/5
Organization
4/5

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It was OK. Consisted of transfer to the volcano 1.2km uphill run at 4,800m, there a short break, then down again. Then to the lagoon, which was not really worth seeing. Maybe exciting for bird watchers. Lunch was typically Ecuadorian and good. But you can also do great in a large group for half or 1/3 of the money.

June 15, 2019

Very good guide Raul and chauffeur Marcos. It is a walk that requires effort but you can not miss it

July 2, 2018

Excellent ride

Spectacular landscapes, unique adventure, wonderful place and very well guided

October 17, 2017

From Quito: Cotopaxi National Park Full-Day Tour

From Quito: Cotopaxi National Park Full-Day Tour

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