Cotopaxi Volcano - Quilotoa Lagoon 2D/1N
Joined 2023
Embark on a two-day adventure through the Ecuadorian Andes. Begin with an exploration of Cotopaxi National Park, where you’ll hike through scenic trails, and spot Andean wildlife. Spend the night in a cozy lodge before heading to the stunning Quilotoa Lagoon, a mesmerizing crater lake with turquoise waters. Enjoy a hike along the rim or descend to the shore for a closer look. This tour blends adventure, nature, and cultural encounters with local indigenous communities.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Your hotel in Quito
- Please confirm your hotel or Airbnb location before the tour so we can arrange your pickup accordingly. Many travelers enjoy staying in Quito’s countryside too, such as the valleys, near the airport, or along the route to Cotopaxi in towns like Sangolquí, Tambillo, or Machachi. We are happy to adjust the pickup location to accommodate you while ensuring our scheduled meeting time. All these areas are conveniently located near Quito and on the way to Cotopaxi.
Day 1 : Cotopaxi
Cotopaxi National Park
Cotopaxi National Park is home to one of the world’s highest active volcanoes, offering breathtaking landscapes, Andean wildlife, and scenic hiking trails. Visitors can explore Limpiopungo Lagoon, a stunning high-altitude lake reflecting the snow-capped peaks. This destination is perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.
Please let us know if you like bicycles, we have a cool Down-country activity in Cotopaxi National Park (level: easy, fun level: superfun!)
Lunch around Cotopaxi
Lunch prepared with fresh, local ingredients—the perfect reward after a hike in the National Park. Afterward, we'll be ready to explore the eastern mountain range.
Sigchos
Stay overnight in a peaceful and quiet town with a great view to Toachi River Canyon.
Day 2 : Quilotoa
Quilotoa Community
In the Quilotoa community, we have the opportunity to visit the craft market, restaurants, cafés, scenic lookouts, and take an optional hike to the lagoon—whether around the crater or just part of it. Quilotoa Lagoon is a stunning blue-green lake inside a volcano, offering breathtaking landscapes in the Ecuadorian Andes.
After lunch, way back to Quito or the next city that you're planning
Ending Point
Quito or the town where your pick-up was.
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
Certified tour guide
Private 4x4 transportation (gasoline and toll fees)
Pick up and drop off in your hotel
Entrance fee Cotopaxi National Park
Entrance fee Quilotoa Community
1 night of lodging
Dinner (1st day)
Breakfast (2nd day)
Lunchs (both days) and extra meals
Extra activities
- kayak: $6
- Bike activity $30
Tips
Tour Important Information
-We highly recommend warm clothes and comfortable shoes
-Altitude may affect some people, as this tour visits two protected natural areas in the Andes, meaning high-altitude locations. To help with acclimatization, we have scheduled several stops along the way. Additionally, the hotel is situated at a lower altitude for greater comfort.
-Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
Important message from the supplier
You can organize a personalized adventure in the whole country if you require, let me know if you need suggestions.
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 2023
About Tour Guide Andrea V.
Hi there! I'm a passionate tour guide and explorer with nearly 15 years of experience working on cultural projects, museums, and heritage spaces in Quito and Ecuador. Over the years, I’ve explored mountains, trails, and hidden routes leading to the Coast and the Amazon—by 4x4, bike, public transport, or even on foot! Living in the Central Andes has allowed me to connect deeply with indigenous communities and nature.
Besides classic tours like Otavalo, Mitad del Mundo, Quilotoa, Papallacta, Mindo and more I also offer unique journeys with a fresh perspective, taking you beyond the ordinary into stunning, lesser-known landscapes. Traveling is about experiencing, not just visiting.
Reviews
Aransas S.
“Andrea is a dream guide! ”
Andrea and her driver, Pablo, vastly exceeded our expectations at every turn (and there are LOTS of turns on these windy roads). They are both incredibly knowledgeable, intuitive, warm, and connected to both the place and the people we visited and to our experience as their guests. I was on the fence about the investment, but the value add vastly exceeded the cost. We were able to experience the tourist sites, culture, cuisine, and history more deeply because of Andrea and Pablo’s guidance. Oh and she is an amazing photographer, so it looks like we hired a pro to capture our vacation. Major bonus! We are a couple traveling with two teen children and they somehow managed to create a trip that was perfect for all of us, individually and collectively- constantly adapting the journey for our needs. We can’t wait to travel with them again.
Andrea V.
Thank you so much! Those days were truly special for us too — we learned a lot from you y hablamos un poco de español también, ¿verdad? :) I’m so happy you enjoyed the trip! You’re always welcome back to Ecuador — there’s still so much beauty to discover here. Thanks for recommending us to future travelers! Warm regards, Andrea Pablo says Hi!!! :)
$350/ per group
