Cotopaxi Volcano and Colonial Hacienda Day Trip
Cotopaxi Volcano and Colonial Hacienda Day Trip
Don't spend time waiting for large groups of travelers, and just have fun with your family or friends, and avoid unnecessary crowds! Visit the second highest active volcano of the world, and enjoy the majesty of one of the most beautiful mountains on the planet, from the comfort of a private and flexible tour with a favulous stop for lunch at a 300 years-old-hacienda! Enjoy the company of a local expert, and learn that altitud is not as bad as people say.
Go for personal challenges, and live a real and an unforgettable life experience!!
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Quito
Cotopaxi, the second most popular adventure destination in Ecuador is just one and a half hours far from Quito! If you find being in nature an uplifting experience, then take a visit to the second highest active volcano of the world that will leave its mark on you! We will be picked up at 8:00 a.m. from your hotel in Quito.
5 minutesCotopaxi National Park
Around 9:30 a.m., in the encounter with Cotopaxi Volcano (5.897 m - 19,347 ft), you will be surrounded by pristine forests, mountains, lakes, wild horses and ecosystems which change amazingly as you go get higher in this incredible reserve! You will also observe the exotic fauna as you take part of the numerous activities offered by this unforgettable adventure!
1 hourLaguna de Limpiopungo
This park also has an important collection of lakes and mountain peaks. One the most outstanding of these is Limpiopungo Lake, which reflects in its waters the majestic Rumiñahui volcano, which is 4.757 meters above sea level (15,606 ft). You'll have the opportunity to hike around the lake to get used to the high altitude of this wonderful region.
45 minutesCotopaxi National Park
Then you'll drive up to the parking lot located at 4.500 meters above sea level (14,763 ft) to enjoy a breath-taking view of the Avenue of the Volcanoes, and to start an unforgettable hike up to the refuge! After one exciting and challenging hour hike, you'll have time to admire the stunning view and visit the world-wide-known Refuge "José Rivas", located at 4.800 meters above sea level (15,748 ft).
2 hoursLasso
After finishing the hike, you'll drive downhill way towards a charming 300 years-old-hacienda to be delighted by its charming colonial architecture, history, and delicious gastronomy.
2 hoursQuito
With no doubt, when you visit Cotopaxi National Park, and leave behind the noise and stress of the big city, you will experience a feeling of spirituality and love for nature. You will be back in your hotel in Quito approximately at 5:00 p.m. End of this unforgettable Andean adventure!
1 hourIncluded
- Private transportation
- Certified naturalist english speaking guide
- All Fees and Taxes
- Lunch
- Entry/Admission - Cotopaxi National Park
Not Included
- Drinks
Good to Know
- 10 C° - 18 C° / 50 F° - 64,4 F
- It is responsibility of every traveler that he/she is adequately insured against personal accidents and medical expenses during his/her trip to Ecuador, as well as having travel cancellation and baggage insurance to protect him/her.
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Our guides and drivers will follow vehicle cleaning and personal care protocols, with disinfectant products during the tour.
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.