Volcano Crater Tour: Secrets and Adventures

Discover Ecuador’s secrets: hike the equator, explore indigenous rituals, and experience unique gravity at Latitude Zero. Perfect for nature and culture enthusiasts.

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Pululahua Geobotanical Reserve - Begin with a 45-minute hike near the equator line to get warmed up, while discovering fascinating insights about volcanoes, local wildlife, and culture. A copy of your passport is required for this activity.
  • Museo Templo del Sol Pintor Ortega Maila - A stunning location for photography featuring an Inca…
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • On-board WiFi
  • Snacks
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Discover the most enchanting destination in the country, brimming with mysteries, stunning landscapes, and thrilling adventures. Explore volcanoes, hummingbirds, flora, indigenous tribes, and local delicacies such as “cuy” (guinea pig). For those seeking variety, “empanada chilena” or “helado de paila” (handmade ice cream) are also available.
To begin,…

Location
Pululahua Geobotanical Reserve
E28
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
5.0
(7 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
T
Feb 23, 2026
Highly recommended! - Darwin led my family on a wonderful tour. He was fun and friendly and was able to answer all of our questions. My family (including a 5 year old and 22 year old) went to the Reserva Geobotánica Pululahua and saw the dwellings in the volcanic crater and felt the immense silence and peace of the area. We visited the Museo Templo del Sol for a unique history lesson and balancing experience with quartz, aromatherapy, and music from locally made instruments. We went to Mitad del Mundo and learned about different indigenous groups of Ecuador; cocoa history and production, and tasted some of the best local chocolates. We had lunch at a local place and then ended our trip with an optional visit to the Chucchurillo community. It was a a beautiful place with many things to learn about the local plants, and ecological and cultural preservation. The people are warm and welcoming, and the visit was personalized and experiential.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Justina_a
Feb 7, 2026
Had an amazing experience... - Had an amazing experience at the Middle of the World in Quito. The tour was well organized and enriched by a fascinating visit with a shaman, which made it feel truly special and authentic. My guide Jossua was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and happy to answer all my questions. Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Ecuador!
Review provided by Viator
Israel_m
Jan 3, 2026
Phenomenal experiences - When it comes to creating a unique and individualized experience, Jossua was the best out of all the guides I had in Ecuador. He is impressively knowledgeable about many aspects of Ecuador’s history, geography, biology, ecology, and politics. Additionally, he is a foodie! His manner of conversation is impressive. This tour was worth more than what he charged me.
Review provided by Viator
Kickinastrolistics
Jul 16, 2025
Amazing and Unique Tour of the Middle of the Earth - This was a very unique and amazing experience here in Quito do experience the Middle of the World. Josh is an amazing guide with so much passion and knowledge about the history about the middle of the world, the Equator. I was fortunate to have Josh as a personal guide so I gained so much knowledge was able to get some amazing photos. The views that we get from locations we visited are breathtaking. We actually went to where Latitude is 0.00.00, the only place that has those coordinates. To make this tour even extra special is the ritual.a Shaman performs on you to help improve yourself. It was a one of a kind ceremony that caters you. The ritual along with all the knowledge and places viewed made it one of the best tours that I have done around the world. Josh is a one of a kind tour guide, and glad I got to meet a new friend a long the way! 😁
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Michelle_e
Mar 8, 2025
Jossua was an excellent... - Jossua was an excellent guide, very knowledgeable about Quito's history and culture. I had an exciting time searching for true latitude Zero with him. My favourite part was the indigenous ritual at the end, it was very unique and worth it. The tour was private so you could spend as much or as little time as you like in any place or tailor it to your interests. He's also a good photographer
Review provided by Viator
Arlexitus
Mar 2, 2025
Fantastic equatorial tour! - It is good to know that in Ecuador there are guides who have a high level of conscientiousness (conciencia) and who are willing to teach you more than just geography. Jossua's guidance made me feel at home. Thank you for the warmth; I loved visiting the equator in this beautiful country!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Joe_g
Dec 31, 2024
Thank you - Wonderful and accommodating. The tour was able to change our plans due to us previously visiting some of the sites. The tour guide adjusted to accommodate us and allowed us to see more of the area,
Review provided by Viator
From $79
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).