Cotopaxi Horseback Ride and Hike

Embark on a unique horseback riding and hiking adventure in Cotopaxi National Park. Explore the stunning landscapes and challenge yourself with a journey to the base camp.

Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Avenida De Los Volcanes - We will drive by the real Avenue of the Volcanoes noted on Gps as Avenida de los Volcanes.
    We will drive in the Middle of the following volcanoes (Pasochoa/ Rumiñahui and Sincholagua)until arriving to Cotopaxi Volcano.
  • Cotopaxi National Park - We will enter by a no touristy entrance to the National park and we will…
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Driver guide
  • Horseback riding equipment
  • Horseback equipment
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
Additional Information
  • The exclusive horseback riding experience within this National Park. Others operate from outside the park.
  • An ideal mix of horseback riding and hiking through two distinct landscapes.
  • Explore more of the National Park by entering through a less-traveled route and exiting via the regular path.
  • No prior horseback riding experience is necessary….
Cancellation Policy

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

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Ericsr1138pg
May 9, 2025
Amazing day - Our guide Dario was very informative and friendly on the scenic ride to Cotopaxi. The horseback riding was very fun after his instructions and advice. Then we hiked up Cotopaxi during an unexpected storm and Dario made sure we were doing ok and motivated us to make it to the base camp lodge. We are so happy we didn't give up. Words can't explain how amazing the entire trip was!
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Lillacarleton
Apr 28, 2025
Great experience - The views were incredible, and Jorge the guide was very kind and informative.I would Highly recommend!!
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Derrick
Apr 26, 2025
Cotopaxi Adventure - Jorge and Darío were awesome! I wasn’t expecting the horse ride to be good at all, especially since I didn’t know there was a horse ride to begin with(forgot to read the fine print when my pal signed me up…..). The horse ride was dope and the hike up Cotopaxi was amazing and slightly challenging as well. We made it to the base camp and back down without any issues. My only complaint was the weather. It happened to be cloudy and rained/hailed on us while we hiked so it sucked not being able to see much. So choose the time you want to do the hike wisely! Don’t book during the rainy season like we did. All in all it was still an amazing adventure!
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Alejandro_s
Apr 24, 2025
Breathtaking views - The highlight of this tour was the hour horseback ride around Cotopaxi national park. The majority of us did not have any experience and it was a smooth ride with well trained horses. Jorge was a great guide. The hike to base camp was a bit difficult with the altitude, but doable.
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Mrichardso9
Apr 23, 2025
Amazing Experience/Tour at Cotopaxi National Park in Ecuador - This Cotopaxi experience was a lot of fun. Jorge is a great guide/host! The horseback riding through Cotopaxi National Park was incredible. And the hike up to the Cotopaxi Base Camp was challenging and cool. I'd for sure recommend this to anyone visiting Quito
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Melissamh
Apr 22, 2025
Great small group trip to see Cotopaxi and also ride some beautiful horses - This is an excellent way to spend the day and visit Cotopaxi. Jorge is a very knowledgeable and friendly guide who is very careful with your safety. The horseback ride was very authentic and it’s a wonderful chance to explore the area on some well cared for horses. Can’t recommend highly enough. Bring layers can be very windy up there
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Betsy
Apr 19, 2025
What a day!! - Horseback riding in Cotopaxi National Park and hike up to base camp. Jorge is an excellent guide. He is extremely knowledgeable and friendly. He goes out of his way to ensure you are having the best time ever. This was one adventure worth taking with Jorge ! It’s a must see and do in Quito.
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Traveler806922
Apr 19, 2025
A Must Do with Jorge - This day was by far our best tour. Jorge was phenomenal. Knowledgeable, helpful, and excited. Best advise he gave was about elevation sickness and that was to purchase cocoa leaves and chew them every hour before and during the hike up to base camp. I got sick 2 days prior, because we didn’t have Jorge as our guide for a different tour (and the cocoa tea didn’t work for me.) Jorge lent me one of his hiking poles for the dissent which helped greatly. The horseback ride at Cotopaxi was so enjoyable. The horses were so sweet and gentle and so well cared for. Everything ran very smoothly and we all thoroughly enjoyed this day. Jorge is highly recommended to be your guide!!!
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Lori
Apr 19, 2025
Cotopaxi tour from Quito -horseback ride and hike-NO TOURISTY way - Excellent time on this tour! The horses were friendly and well cared for. The hike was great and had a guide in the front of the pack and also at the end. Reached high elevation so took it slow! Such a great time
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Christine
Apr 19, 2025
Fabulous Tour Raffa Travel Experience - We chose This tour as part of our travel experience. We had a group of 9. If was a fabulous day filled with fun and community. The horseback riding was fantastic instruction was excellent. The hike was higher than we thought but a wonderful accomplishment for our group.The tour driver was on time and courteous. Communication was clear. i would highly recommend this company 10/10.
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From $85
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).