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Quilotoa, the emerald lake in a crater with enjoyable walking
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Joined 2021
Ecuador is the second country with the most volcanoes in South America. One of those volcanoes has formed a beautiful emerald lake inside. The indigenous community shows its culture mainly in its clothing and food. Another interesting thing is the Quichua language, which is the dominant language on the site. On the way, impressive landscapes will surround us. During the entire journey the weather will be changing. The local people farming and cultivating is a unique attraction
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Your hotel, apartment, house.
- We will ask for you at the front desk staff or concierge. We will be there 5 minutes before starting the tour.
Tigua painting town and gallery
In the town of Tigua on the way to Zumbahua, we find Julio Toaquiza, well known in the artistic environment as the initiator of the TIGUA technique.
He represents in his job the daily life of the community .
Quilotoa Lake
Una vez en quilotoa la vista del volcán desde el mirador es super especial. No hay quien no se admire de la belleza de este coloso.
Walk to the lake or around the crater
If you like hiking, Quilotoa offers you some paths. One can go down to touch the water of the lagoon and of course the return will be quite strong.
You can rent a horse to go up.
Another walk is around the crater, which takes 6 hours. In this case we do it one hour there and one hour back.
Lunch
Lunch time , We can skip if your prefer
Return
Times are accurate.
Ending Point
We will end the tour dropping you off at your hotel , apartment.
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Driver guide
Private transportation SUV if your group is up to 3 people.
Van for 10 people if your group is more than 3 people .
Per person
Food ( 20 dollars each)
Drinks
Entrance fees ( 2 dollars each)
Horses ( 10 dollars each)
Tour Important Information
* We can start the tour before if you wish. I set a starting time but you can advise me to start early.
* Weather can affect the experience.
* Walking is up to you, We can walk few to see the lake from the top or walking around and have different views of thi lake.
*Let me know if you would like to have lunch or returning earlier .
* This tour takes 3 hours driving from Quito to get Quilotoa and 3 hours from Quilotoa to get Quito.
Important message from the supplier
I can guide in all of Ecuador
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2021
About Tour Guide Gustavo T.
Hello friends, my name is Gustavo, you can call me GUS. I am from Quito. I am a Certified National Tour Guide around 10 years, I have been part of this industry from 2006 when I started in a hotel. I am very passionate when I talk about my country, with my profession I have been able to discover many interesting and beautiful locations in Ecuador, I have had the opportunity to learn more about culture, costumes, music.
I have lived all my life in Quito but in the last 10 years I have visited many places in my country that is why everywhere I go I feel in home nevertheless I love my city.
I invite you to visit Ecuador. We have the Galapagos Island and I am sure you have heard about it, but Ecuador has more than that, we have Quito , the First Heritage of the Humanity, the Andes with many active volcanoes, the Cloud Forest, Coastal Region and one of the most fabulous places which is known as Amazonia where the nature is amazing.
Ecuador is waiting for you now , you will be able to visit many things through your cell phone or computer but you have to come to discovered this amazing country any day to surprise yourselves.
Reviews
Albert F.
“Cotopaxi all day”
Fantastic guide. He was very friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive. We especially appreciated his flexibility and willingness to customize our tour. His English is excellent and he was able to answer all questions we asked of him. We highly recommend him.
Michael B.
“Two fantastic days in Quito”
We had two fantastic days in Quito with Gustavo. Getting to experience Quito and the surrounding area with Gustavo was a real treat. He was very friendly and extremely knowledgeable about the history, culture and traditions of that area of Ecuador. His recommendation for La Gloria for dinner was spot on. After two days together we felt like extended part of Gustavo's family. Taking those two tours with Gustavo should be on everyone's to do list in Quito. Thanks Gustavo Mike, Eveline and Ron!
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Gustavo T.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I’m thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your time in Quito and that your experience with me was so special. Sharing the history, culture, and traditions of our beautiful city is a true pleasure, and I’m glad you appreciated my recommendations, like La Gloria. It warms my heart to know that after two days together, you felt like part of the family. I always strive to create genuine connections with my visitors, and I’m so happy to hear that we achieved that together. I hope you carry fond memories of Quito and come back to visit us again soon. You’ll always be welcome here! Warm regards, Gustavo
Helen B.
“Amazing City Tour in Quito with Gustavo!”
We had an incredible experience with Gustavo during our brief stopover in Quito on the way back from the Galápagos Islands. With a few hours to spare before our evening flight, we decided to book a city tour, and it turned out to be the perfect way to spend our free morning. From the start, everything ran like clockwork. Gustavo was an exceptional guide, full of knowledge about the city and its history. He tailored the tour to our interests and made sure we got the most out of our limited time. The sights were beautiful, and it felt like we truly got to experience the heart of Quito. One of the standout moments was how Gustavo adjusted the schedule to ensure we were back at the airport on time, without feeling rushed. His attention to detail and professionalism really made a difference and made the whole experience even more enjoyable. If you find yourself in Quito with some free time, I highly recommend this tour. It was an unforgettable way to explore the city, and we are so grateful to Gustavo for arranging such a seamless and memorable experience!
Gustavo T.
Hi there! Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m delighted to hear that you had an incredible experience during your stopover in Quito. It’s always a pleasure to help travelers make the most of their limited time, especially after such an amazing adventure in the Galápagos Islands. I’m glad to know that my knowledge of the city and its history added value to your tour and that we could tailor the experience to fit your interests. Ensuring you had a memorable morning while keeping an eye on the schedule is always a top priority for me, so I’m thrilled to hear that you felt comfortable and unhurried. Your recommendation means a lot, and I hope you’ll consider visiting Quito again in the future. There’s always more to explore! Thank you once again for taking the time to share your experience. Best wishes, Gustavo
$250/ per group
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