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2-Day Private Tour Cotopaxi Volcano & Quilotoa Lagoon

2-Day Private Tour Cotopaxi Volcano & Quilotoa Lagoon

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2-Day Private Tour Cotopaxi Volcano & Quilotoa Lagoon

2 Days Starting and ending in Quito, Ecuador

Visiting: Quito, Parque Nacional Cotopaxi, Quilotoa Lake

Tour operator:

Latin Adventures

Tour code:

LA-EC01

Group Type:

Private

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 16

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

7-78

Special diets catered:

Vegans, Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English , Spanish

From:

$300

$287 Exclusive Tourhub Members Discount: -$14

NB: Prices correct on 06-Jun-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Day 1: Cotopaxi The excursion starts from your hotel in Quito. Meet your guide and board a vehicle heading towards Cotopaxi National Park. Once you reach the National Park, you will visit the Interpretation Center and Limpiopungo Lagoon. Take a short hike in the surrounding Limpiopungo valley before driving ever-higher into this sky-high region, stopping at the 15,800-foot (4830-meter) Padre Rivas Refuge. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant that offers typical Ecuadorian meals. Overnight in Cotopaxi Day 2: Quilotoa Lagoon Breakfast in the hotel. Visit an indigenous local house from the “Paramos” to learn about their traditions and way of life. Enter their home, made of straw, and enjoy time interacting with them. We will head to the town of Tigua, famous for its naive paintings. Continue up to the Quilotoa volcano, where you will be able to descend to the lake located inside the crater or just walk around the crater. Enjoy lunch and stand in one of the most beautiful landscapes in the highlands and traditional indigenous villages. Note: on Thursdays, Saquisilí Indigenous Market is optional.

Highlights

Discover the local people and andes mountains
Explore Quilotoa's azure crater, a captivating natural wonder.
Travel through the Avenue of Volcanoes
Get back to nature on a hike in Cotopaxi National Park

Places You'll See

Cotopaxi National Park

Quilotoa Lagoon

Local People

Cotopaxi National Park

Quilotoa Lagoon

Local People

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Day 1 : Cotopaxi Volcano (5897-Meter)

Location: Quito, Parque Nacional Cotopaxi

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Lunch

The excursion starts at 8 am from your hotel in Quito. Meet your guide and board a vehicle heading south of Quito and towards Cotopaxi National Park. On the way, you will enjoy
the beautiful views of the Andes Mountain range and gorgeous natural scenery. Once you reach the National Park, you will visit the Interpretation Center and Limpiopungo Lagoon.
Take a short hike in the surrounding Limpiopungo valley before driving ever-higher into this sky-high region, stopping at the 15,800-foot (4830-meter) Padre Rivas Refuge. Depending on your physical condition, you will get the Glacier (5050-meter) Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant that offers typical Ecuadorian meals. Overnight in Cotopaxi

Day 2 : Quilotoa Lagoon (3914-Meter)

Location: Quilotoa Lake, Quito

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Breakfast in the hotel. You will drive through the Avenue of the Volcanoes and pass through the Pujilí small town. You will also visit an indigenous local house from the “Paramos” to learn about their traditions and way of life. Enter their home, made of straw, and enjoy time interacting with them. After your visit, head to the town of Tigua, famous for its naive paintings. Continue up to the Quilotoa volcano, where you will be able to descend to the lake located inside the crater or just walk around the crater. You will also be able to enjoy an unforgettable experience by muleback riding or kayaking in the lake. Enjoy lunch and stand in one of the most beautiful landscapes in the highlands and traditional indigenous villages. Note: on Thursdays, Saquisilí Indigenous Market is optional.

What's Included

Accommodation

Accommodation in Standard or Comfort Class Hotels
Fully Guided

Certified English / Spanish speaking guide
Transport

SUV or VAN depending on the number of passengers
Meals

Breakfast x 1, lunch x 2 days
Additional Services

Hotel pick up / drop off in Quito

What's Not Included

Additional Services
Airport Transfers at Destination
Insurance
International Travel
Optional

Tips

Mode of Transport

SUV or VAN (depending on number of passengers)

Accommodation

Standard Class Lodging: Hosteria Papagayo.
Comfort Class Lodging: Hacienda Santa Ana or similar

Check out our Q&As

How can I help myself deal with the altitude?

Keep yourself hydrated, do not drink the night before you undertake the treks, and give yourself some time in Quito to adjust to the altitude.
What to wear in Quilotoa?

Quilotoa may be a very cold and windy place depending on the time of year, yet it can also get fairly hot at noon, therefore we advise you to wear a few layers of clothing that you can quickly put on and take off. Bring a coat for the cold, a windbreaker, and a raincoat in case it rains. Always remember to wear a hat because you'll need it to protect yourself from the sun.
What to bring?

Bring a small snack, such as a sandwich, fruit, or chocolate. You don't need to carry a lot of food because doing so will make you heavier and the walk harder. You need to bring your own water with you. You must be hydrated at all times if you plan to go to the lagoon and then ascend. Bring your smartphone or camera with plenty of battery. Without a doubt, you'll want to take photos of your surroundings. Since the sun's rays in Ecuador are perpendicular, it is imperative that you always wear sunscreen and a hat.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

Your guide will accompany you during the entirety of the tour
What are the Requirements to enter Ecuador?

You must have a valid passport with more than 6 months of validity. You may also need a Visa depending on your home country.

How long has the tour company been trading?

Founded in Ecuador in 2010, Latin Adventures is a tour operator passionate about showcasing the beauty and diversity of South America.
What documents will I receive before I travel?

As soon as we receive your booking request, we will go ahead and make a reservation for you. We will then send an email confirming that your booking has been successfully made - this email acts as your booking confirmation.
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

Tour cancellations are subject to the cancellation charges listed in our terms and conditions.
What are the Requirements to Enter Galápagos?

- Return airline ticket. - Reservation in a hotel OR a letter of invitation to enter as a guest of a permanent or temporary resident in the Galapagos Islands
Can I join the tour once it has departed?

In shared tours, activities will be done with a group depending on your itinerary and starting tour date.
Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

If you are traveling solo, you will have your private hotel room. If the tour selected is shared, activities will be done with a group depending on your itinerary and starting tour date.

Reviews of this operator

Catherine8000

Great, Customized Tour Expreience

23-May-2023

We highly recommend Latin Adventures. What a treat to have a custom-designed, 8-day private tour of the country with our own driver/guide. The prices were so reasonable that we thought we must be missing something, but, no, it truly was a custom private tour staying at lovely, unique places. We could travel at our preferred pace, do the things that interest us and skip those that did not. Diego, our guide, was great company, knowledgeable, kind, and a good driver. We had a medical emergency during the trip and Diego helped enormously in getting us the best medical care, translating between us and the doctors, and being flexible as the tail-end of our trip plans had to change. We were so very grateful that he was with us!

Hannah Eichler (Google Reviewer)

We found this company through...

04-Feb-2024

We found this company through our hostel advertisements and I’m so glad we did. We had an excellent time on the Quilotoa day trip with our guide Diego. Booking the trip through WhatsApp was extremely easy. Highly recommend

Paulinchen273

Perfecto viaje privato de los Andes - absolut perfekte Privattour durch die Anden

17-Mar-2023

Wir hatten eine perfekte Tour 5 Tage/6 Nächte durch die Anden mit unserem privaten Guide Diego! Diego zeigte uns tolle Orte, erklärte interessante Details dazu, fuhr gekonnt durch die verschiedenen Höhenmeter, so dass wir unvergessliche Tage hatten!!! Danke an Dante für die Organisation und den Kontakt, immer fix geantwortet und absolut zuverlässig! Können wir nur weiterempfehlen (besser als über jede deutsche Agentur)

Marie louise Hore (Google Reviewer)

We did the middle of...

13-Aug-2023

We did the middle of the world tour and it was fantastic. Our guide, Ximena was absolutely brilliant, very knowledgeable, friendly and professional. The trip itself was very informative yet easy going. Would definitely recommend.

Ran Lom (Google Reviewer)

Daniel was an excellent guide...

23-Apr-2024

Daniel was an excellent guide on our trip to Cotopaxi National Park with a trek up to the refugio. He was very knowledgeable and set the pace to optimize our experience. We saw foxes, wild horses, white tailed deer, coots, and got snowed on. Even though the weather didn’t give us a view of Cotopaxi, we had a great time and the lunch was delicious as well! Our driver, Ballardo, was excellent as well.

Nandini Rajan (Google Reviewer)

Dante made a great 5...

03-Jan-2023

Dante made a great 5 day plan for us. We started our trip in Cotopaxi, went to the highlands and made a short trip to the Amazon. Everything was well organized and communication was great. You really need a guide in Ecuador, especially outside of Quito if you want to be able to experience the natural beauty of Ecuador in a short amount of time. Our family has wonderful memories and we had a lot of fun.

oremstango

An excellent agency

23-Aug-2022

We had a 17 day private tour arranged through Latin Adevtnures and can highly recommend. Dante was very helpful in coordinating things before and reassured us greatly with his relaxed approach when the strikes temporarily put the trip up in the air. Our team, Diego (guide) and Celfides (driver), took great care of us and showed a real passion and joy for making the trip a great success. We toured all over the country and the detailed itinerary made the most of the trip with well chosen hotels and extras we ll. Ecuador is a stunning country that is still so under the radar, no Galapagos required to enjoy!

Samantha Landry (Google Reviewer)

Had a great experience going...

03-Feb-2023

Had a great experience going to Quilotoa crater. Our tour guide Juan Pablo was exceptional; he gave great recommendations, made sure everyone was comfortable, gave us interesting history of Quito on our ride, and was very personable. Our lunch and ice cream spot he recommended was great!

Quantz Bruns Kyler (Google Reviewer)

Full day tour of Quito...

05-Feb-2021

Full day tour of Quito was great! The guide, Diego, was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. He provided excellent information about the history, the local culture, and the indigenous people. I asked him many questions about the local botany and he was able to answer them with ease. His English was very easy to understand. I would highly recommend this tour.

DayTrip718121

Dos semanas en Ecuador

14-Apr-2023

Realmente hice varias actividades con Latin Addventures. La amabilidad, cortesía y empeño de su dueño, Dante, sus empleados y guías Luis y los Diego hicieron de mi viaje una experiencia sumamente agradable. El nivel de responsabilidad es excelente. Mis dos semanas en el Ecuador fueron maravillosas! Estuve una semana con amistades y una semana solo. La familia de Latin Adventures hicieron mis actividades sumamente placenteras y seguras. Gracias!!!!

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