Cotopaxi Full-Day Tour from Quito: Explore Wildlife and Volcano in Cotopaxi National Park
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Cotopaxi National Park

Situated in the Cotopaxi National Park is the active Cotopaxi volcano, standing at an altitude of 5,897 meters above sea level in the Andes Mountains, home to a remarkable assortment of plant and animal species.

Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Cotopaxi National Park - Departure from Quito to the Cotopaxi National Park.
  • Laguna de Limpiopungo - You will visit the Limpiopungo lagoon, it is located in the slops of the volcano. In this place we will stay to enjoy the landscape and take beautiful pictures of the volcano and the lagoon. We will visit the “Mariscal Sucre” Interpretation Center.
  • Cotopaxi Volcano - We will do a trekking to the “Jos Rivas Refuge” (4864 msnm). Leaving the Cotopaxi National Park we will return to Quito.
What's Included
  • Bilingual guide (English and Spanish)
  • All entrances included
  • Tourist transport provided
What's Not Included
  • Details not specified
  • Tips
  • Food and drinks
Location
Cotopaxi National Park
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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T2329dcmaryy
Apr 21, 2024
Hike up to Cotopaxi base camp - Great day out. Despite it not being a particularly long hike, the altitude made it quite a challenging climb - felt very good when we reached the base camp! Amazing views, we also got very lucky with the weather which was great. The tour guide Carlos was brilliant and very enthusiastic - and we got there safely thanks to some great driving skills! The lunch stop was very worth the value and we even had an opportunity to feed the local llamas. Very satisfied with the trip and would recommend to anyone! Luke and Mary.
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Michael_n
Apr 19, 2024
My experience - Not too suitable for people with altitude sickness no matter age group. Some people had no idea how the altitude will affect your movement of going up.
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Esteban
Apr 12, 2024
Excellent - The day tour was incredible, at first Cotopaxi was completely cloudy and then it cleared up allowing us to appreciate its beauty. The tour was also excellent, not only for Cotopaxi, the transportation was also very nice, good driver and a fantastic guide, her name is Irene, super prepared, cheerful, with good group dynamics to share and enrich our experience, attentive and attentive. best service from us. So far I have visited 6 countries, I have done several tours in them and I can safely say that Irene is one of the best guides I have ever met. I really recommend that you ask her if you plan to take a tour with them.
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Sewellj2020
Apr 12, 2024
A fun time - Irene is just the greatest guide ever. When we got to the volcano and I got out the car, I was a little dizzy. Irene gave me the confidence to do the hike. Shes very knowledgeable, friendly, and fun. She takes care of you, from remembering your food order, teaching the history, and everything you can think of. Thank you.
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455pamk
Apr 11, 2024
Visiting Cotopaxi national park - I had a really great time visiting Cotopaxi national park. Tour Guide Veronica was awesome 👌. She explained well and led us up the mountain with ease and patience.
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494anninab
Apr 11, 2024
Great experience - Booked spontanously the night before and it worked out great. Small group, good guide who shared her knowledge of the country and looked very well after us during the hike at high altitude. We even got very lucky with the weather and could see the top of the volcano. Would highly recommend.
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Dream22207062658
Apr 2, 2024
Cotopaxi - Cotopaxi in Ecuador, with its impressive cliffs and risks, offers a unique and challenging experience. I was fascinated by its magnificence and the connection with nature that is experienced there. I recommend visiting for stunning views and exciting challenges.
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Briana_t
Mar 31, 2024
Great guide to Cotopaxi! - While the weather didn’t give us a full view of Cotopaxi, the experience was still incredible. In addition, Irene was an amazing guide, full of passion and energy for the trip to Cotopaxi.
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Maricelam619
Mar 28, 2024
Great experience - Great experience with Amazing views! Great weather we were able to experience the fast climate change that Ecuador have
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Danielvargasp
Mar 27, 2024
A magical place - The tour was excellent. We had the opportunity to see the Cotopaxi volcano without clouds on 2 occasions that we took advantage of to take beautiful photos. When we arrived at the hostel there was snow so we had the opportunity to experience snow for the first time, although the climb is a bit steep due to the height. The help and explanations of the guide Irene along with the driver Mauricio were very important to learn more about the history of the place.
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