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Full-Day Cotopaxi National Park Tour: Experience the Grandeur of Andes from Quito
4.7
131 Ratings
Cotopaxi National Park
Enjoy a day trip to Cotopaxi Volcano located inside the National Park. Admire the beautiful Andes Mountains and enjoy a day away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Besides enjoying the beauty of one of the highest active volcanoes in the world (5,897 meters)
Enjoy a day trip to Cotopaxi Volcano located inside the National Park. Admire the beautiful Andes Mountains and enjoy a day away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Besides enjoying the beauty of one of the highest active volcanoes in the world (5,897 meters)
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Cotopaxi National Park - It is an active stratovolcano in the Andes Mountains. On a clear day, Cotopaxi is clearly visible on the skyline from Quito and is part of the chain of volcanoes around the Pacific plate known as the Pacific Ring of Fire. It has an almost symmetrical cone that rises from a highland plain of about 3,800 m
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- Cotopaxi National Park - It is an active stratovolcano in the Andes Mountains. On a clear day, Cotopaxi is clearly visible on the skyline from Quito and is part of the chain of volcanoes around the Pacific plate known as the Pacific Ring of Fire. It has an almost symmetrical cone that rises from a highland plain of about 3,800 m
- Laguna de Limpiopungo - Its clear but frigid waters are surrounded by small mountains and hills. It has a magnificent view of the picture in a frame of elevations such as Cotopaxi, the Sincholagua and Rumiñahui. Here you can see a great variety of birds, herds of llamas and some other species of mammals, especially rabbits and deer, among others.
- Cotopaxi - Take a short hike in the surrounding Limpiopungo valley before driving ever-higher into this sky-high region, stopping at the 15,800-ft (4830-meter) Padre Rivas Refuge. Depending on your physical condition, you will get the Glacier (5050-meter)
What's Included
- Included National Park fees
- Certified English-speaking guide
- Complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off in Quito
- Set menu lunch included (private service only)
- Private vehicle transportation
- Included National Park fees
- Certified English-speaking guide
- Complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off in Quito
- Set menu lunch included (private service only)
- Private vehicle transportation
What's Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Lunch (only in small group tours)
- Tips
- Personal expenses
- Lunch (only in small group tours)
- Tips
Additional Information
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Location
Cotopaxi National Park
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(131 Ratings)
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Sanchita_m
Jun 11, 2024
An adventure near volcano - This tour was really an adventure. It needs lots of energy and determination. Our Guide Diego was an excellent human being. He helped us a lot to find the best way to go up and down . He explained the geography and the formation of the volcano . I’ll recommend this tour. Diego is very caring which we need most for this tour.
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Fbi
Jun 1, 2024
Physically challenging but totally worth it - Great scenery and landscape, really stark and dramatic views throughout the trip. Interesting flora and fauna as well.
Museum, coca tea stop, a real hard climb. I'm in my late 40s with my best athletic years behind me, but I found the climb really tough. Helped by guides Sebastian and driver Jimmy. Made it to the refugio Jose rivas. Counting it as an achievement!
Tour group and most who made it up are in their 20s and 30s. Beyond that, it really depends on fitness and ability to deal with the hypoxic environment above 4000m
Last stop before lunch is a beautiful volcanic lake. Lunch itself was very nice too.
Dress appropriately, warm water proof gear and sturdy hiking shoes a must
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Michelle_h
May 23, 2024
View from on top of the world - The weather was perfect, scenery was amazing. Our guide Alejandro was knowledgeable and assisted us with any questions or issues. One of my best days in equador. I would highly recommend this tour.
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Polly_c
Apr 17, 2024
Great experience - We had a private tour with Diego Ch. It was fantastic. This was our first very high altitude hike. The beauty of the private tour was apparent right away as we needed frequent breaks. It took us an hour 20 minutes to complete a normally 45 minutes hike (according to Diego) up to the Refuge. In addition to stop along the highway so we could take pictures of the rarely seen tops, Diego also suggested we get water and snacks. Seriously those chocolate helped a lot with the hike. Thanks again to Diego with a great day.
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James_k
Jan 26, 2024
Cotopaxi day hike - The tour was great. Alejandro, the tour guide was fantastic. He allowed time to explore for those who were in better shape and stayed with the rest to help them make it to the refuge (base camp). I had a wonderful experience.
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Stefan_g
Jan 22, 2024
Fantastic Tour - The guide Irene was so fantastic. She teaches us a special spanish course with the “best” vocabulary during the bus ride :) Thank you for the great tour even if the weather was bad.
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Andrew_m
Jan 13, 2024
Great day in Cotopaxi! - Great day experiencing the Cotopaxi region and hike of the volcano. The hike is difficult but well worth it. Diego was a great guide for the day and we had a delicious lunch after our hike. Would highly recommend!
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Krishnan_g
Dec 22, 2023
Excellent trip - Nice trip. Excellent guide. Picked up on time and returned on b time. Very informative. No stress whatsoever. Highly recommend it
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Allen_c
Dec 9, 2023
Well worth it! - Thank you so much for an amazing day. I booked the excursion late at night, but the communication was amazing, and everything flowed effortlessly. Diego was the perfect guide. He was accommodating at every point. He was engaged and provided everything you could ask for in a tour guide. As far as the trip, it was an experience we will never forget. Base camp was awesome. The lagoon was also a great picture taking opportunity. Thank you again.
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Natalie_g
Nov 19, 2023
Don’t miss out. Book now! - Diego was an amazing guide from start to finish providing insights into the Ecuadorean life and the volcanoes. Pace was good and saw a lot, made the most of the time in Cotopaxi. Hard climb but worth it for the views.
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