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Quilotoa Lagoon Tour: Andes Views and Cultural Insights
4.9
90 Ratings
Laguna Quilotoa
Take pleasure in a comprehensive day trip to Quilotoa Lagoon commencing from Quito. Relish the stunning panorama of the Avenue of Volcanoes coupled with the Ecuadorian Andes during the journey. Gather knowledge about the native Andes cultures and customs. Undertake a moderate hike around the lagoon.
Take pleasure in a comprehensive day trip to Quilotoa Lagoon commencing from Quito. Relish the stunning panorama of the Avenue of Volcanoes coupled with the Ecuadorian Andes during the journey. Gather knowledge about the native Andes cultures and customs. Undertake a moderate hike around the lagoon.
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Laguna Quilotoa - When the Quilotoa volcano last erupted in 1280, it left behind a gaping caldera 3 kilometers (1.8 miles) across, which is now filled with brilliant turquoise water. The word
quilotoa
comes from the local Quechua language, a group native to the central Andes region. - Mira Andes Ecuador - Enjoy Andes Mountains Views
- Tigua - Enjoy naif paintings, culture, and landscape of Tigua
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Laguna Quilotoa - When the Quilotoa volcano last erupted in 1280, it left behind a gaping caldera 3 kilometers (1.8 miles) across, which is now filled with brilliant turquoise water. The word
quilotoa
comes from the local Quechua language, a group native to the central Andes region. - Mira Andes Ecuador - Enjoy Andes Mountains Views
- Tigua - Enjoy naif paintings, culture, and landscape of Tigua
What's Included
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- Guided activities
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- Hotel pickup and drop-off
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- Visit to the Tigua Painter’s Community
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- Entrance ticket included
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- Complimentary menu lunch (with private service)
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- Guided activities
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- Hotel pickup and drop-off
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- Visit to the Tigua Painter’s Community
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- Entrance ticket included
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- Complimentary menu lunch (with private service)
What's Not Included
- Mule ride ($10.00USD, subject to change)
- Kayak rental ($3.00USD, subject to change)
- Meals
- Tips
- Mule ride ($10.00USD, subject to change)
- Kayak rental ($3.00USD, subject to change)
- Meals
- Tips
Additional Information
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Location
Laguna Quilotoa
Laguna de Quilotoa
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
4.9
(90 Ratings)
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Kenyatta_h
Aug 14, 2024
Touring Quilotoa - This was a great tour despite it was windy and sand blowing everywhere ,my guide adrian was great very knowledgeable I recommend this tour
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Vianka_l
May 23, 2024
A day in beautiful Quilotoa - Diego was an excellent tour guide; very knowledgeable and made us feel welcomed and comfortable as well as informative and flexible. Quilotoa was an amazing experience and I do recommend hiking boots for the hike. The views are breathtaking.
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Sunali_s
May 20, 2024
A hike indeed. - What a hike! The tour was as stated and a great way to see Quilotoa. Definitely a hike, so wear the right shoes. The tour guide WA a informative and very helpful.
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David_e
Jan 28, 2024
Such fun, a must do - Seeing Lake Quilotoa, and visiting the indigenous people. The guide Adrien made everything so much more fun
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Rebecca_d
Jan 26, 2024
Amazing day trip from Quito! - A great day trip from Quito - picked up and dropped off from the hotel, and transport to Quilotoa was comfortable. Irene was an amazing guide, very friendly, informative and energetic! Quilotoa was beautiful, and we had plenty of time to explore the surrounding area. Lunch was very reasonably priced and it was nice to try the Ecuadorean dish Locro de papa.
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Karenna_m
Jan 8, 2024
Wonderful guide and adventure - What a beautiful trip! We really enjoyed our guide, Javier. He was helpful and informative, but also gave us space. He arranged to have the mules take us back up the trail. The lunch spot was delicious and very cool. He also kept us safe and drove well when it started to hail in the mountains and flood on the highway back to Quito. I would highly recommend both the trip and the guide!
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Carlos_c
Nov 12, 2023
Want adventure? Ride with best 🤘 - Ballo and Diego showed us a real adventure! We had a great time despite how challenging the altitude can be on sea-level people like us. Diego was knew the lay of the land like the palm of his hand and Ballo (our driver) did great in getting us out of a pickle when we got stuck in the sand. I wouldn't change anything, our experience was perfect and we're still telling the story. Gracias Diego y Ballo!
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Nuriabecker
Nov 8, 2023
Recommended 100% - Very good tour!! Adrian and John as guides. 100% recommended. Although the climb from the lagoon was hard and it started to rain, we all made it!! We met an indigenous family and their traditions, we ate typical Ecuadorian breakfast and we drank tea for the altitude at the stop. The bus trip went quite well and the overall experience was quite enriching.
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Wanderer23456wate
Oct 21, 2023
A great day with a great tour guide - Our tour Guide, Verit was spectacular! Just a well organized tour and such good hospitality. The stops were very educational and great photo moments. The tour was spectacular and absolutely worth every dollar. Everything went without a glitch.
The hike in that crater was tough due to how slippery and steep that mud and pebble walkway is. Wear hiking shoes or get walking sticks, but know that even with those you will slip 😳. Either way a spectacular day IN Quilotoa!
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Jh323232
Oct 12, 2023
Awesome views and great guide - Was a fantastic experience. Diego did a great job educating us about both the geological formations and the societies that live around the mountains. The private tour was well worth it as the guide was able to tailor the day around what we wanted to see most. The views from Quilotoa are not to be missed!
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