Full-Day Tour to Quilotoa Lagoon From Quito with Lunch: Discover Unique Crater Lagoon

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Embark on a full-day tour from Quito to the breathtaking Quilotoa Lagoon. Explore the indigenous market, visit an indigenous hut, and indulge in a delicious lunch. Don’t miss this unique South American attraction!

Duration: 11 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Saquisili - We will visit the Saquisili indigenous market (only on Thursdays). This market is renowned for the sale and exchange of animals, and you’ll also find a variety of local fruits, vegetables, and foods. You’ll have the opportunity to interact with indigenous vendors and make purchases if you wish. Handicrafts are also available here.
Canon del Rio Toachi - On our way to Toachi Canyon, we will visit an indigenous hut to observe the daily life of an indigenous family, including their living conditions, diet, and farming practices. It is customary to leave a small tip (1 to 3 USD) for the family. Upon arrival at Toachi Canyon, we’ll stop to admire the breathtaking view.
Laguna Quilotoa - Our final destination is the stunning Quilotoa Lagoon. Here, you can hike down to the lagoon’s shores and rent a kayak (approximately $5 for 15 minutes). You can also rent a horse to ride back up (approximately $10) or hike back up if you prefer. Afterward, we will have lunch.
Tigua - Enjoy the paintings, culture, and landscape of Tigua.
Romerillos - Romerillos (only on Sundays) is a peak in Tocachi, Pedro Moncayo Canton, Pichincha, with an elevation of 3,276 meters. Located near the village of Tocachi, we will make a brief visit to the town’s market.

What's Included

Private transportation
Lunch
Bilingual guide Spanish / English
Permits to enter protected areas

What's Not Included

Additional snacks and refreshments during the trip
Souvenirs
Horse rental (Optional 10$)
Kayak rental (Optional 5$ - 15 Minutes)
Tips
Admission to Quilotoa (2$ per person)

Additional Information

On this excursion, we’ll explore the Quilotoa Lagoon, located in the Cotopaxi Province near the town of Pujili. This distinctive tourist site is ranked among the 15 most stunning volcanic crater lagoons globally, a pride of South America. Additionally, our itinerary includes an authentic indigenous market, a traditional hut, amongst other sites. This day-long journey includes lunch and is highly suggested.

Necessary Equipment: Comfortable And Warm Clothes, Windproof Jacket (Optional), Gloves, Neck And Ear Protection, Camera, Sunscreen, Comfortable Shoes For Walking In Mountainous And Sandy Terrain.
All times are approximate
We can accommodate dietary needs such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please kindly indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.

Location

Plaza Foch

Cancellation Policy

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

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