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Cotopaxi Full Day Tour - All included - Guided hike and National Park entrance
- 11–12 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Get ready for an unforgettable day in the Andes! Discover the stunning Cotopaxi National Park, snap epic photos at the Limpiopungo Lagoon, and hike up to the José Rivas Refuge for jaw-dropping views of the Cotopaxi Volcano. It’s the perfect mix of fresh air, adventure, and natural beauty — all in one day.
Inclusions
What's included
- Visit to the Interpretation Center Mariscal Sucre
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Guided hike of the Cotopaxi National Park
- Hike up to the José Rivas Refuge
- Guided Limpiopungo Lake trek
- Onboard bilingual Hop guide
What's not
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Itinerary
Direct pick-up from your hostel or hotel in Quito to begin the trip to Cotopaxi. Pick up time will be confirmed via chat.
A quick stop in Machachi where you can grab some snacks or use the restroom before heading straight to Cotopaxi National Park.
Our first stop is the breathtaking Limpiopungo Lagoon, a glacial lake nestled at the base of the Cotopaxi Volcano — perfect for stunning photos! You’ll also visit the Interpretation Center, a small but informative museum where you’ll learn about the park’s unique wildlife, geology, and history.
Next, gear up for an invigorating hike to the José Rivas Refuge, located at 4,864 meters above sea level. The hike takes around an hour — don’t forget to dress warmly and be ready for the altitude… and yes, you’ll want to snap a pic!
After the hike, we’ll stop for lunch at a local restaurant. Your guide will offer some great recommendations, and vegetarian options are available. (Note: lunch is not included in the tour price.) Then continue your trip to Quito.
You will be arriving back in Quito around 8:00 pm. We will drop you off at your hotel/hostel in Quito, as long as it's within our pick up/drop off areas.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Direct pick-up from your hostel or hotel in Quito to begin the trip to Cotopaxi (exact time will depend on which neighborhood you are located in).
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 100 travellers
- Operated by
- Ecuador Hop
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Quito
- Its from-price is 55% below the median of the 338 day trips we list in Quito.
- It is longer than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 48 of 338.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Quito
Quito, Ecuador's high Andean capital, has one of the best-preserved colonial centres in Latin America, ringed by volcanoes and green mountains.
The historic centre was among the very first places named a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and its churches, plazas and monasteries are spectacular. La Compañía de Jesús glows with gold leaf inside, the Basilica del Voto Nacional has gargoyles shaped like Ecuadorian animals, and Plaza Grande is surrounded by the cathedral and the presidential palace.
Top-ranked sights in Quito: Cotopaxi National Park, Basilica of the National Vow (La Basílica del Voto Nacional), Independence Plaza (Plaza de la Independencia).
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