Cotopaxi & Quilotoa: Ecuador's Scenic Adventure

Our expedition to Cotopaxi and Quilotoa is renowned as one of Ecuador’s best. We ensure departures every Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday for your convenience in booking.

Duration: 2 days
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

COTOPAXI HIKE AND BIKE

Cotopaxi National Park - Journey to Cotopaxi National Park, with an overview of the Andes provided by our accredited guides.
Admittance to Cotopaxi National Park.
Briefing on the volcano, wildlife, flora, and more.
Ascent to the “José Rivas” Refuge (4800 meters above sea level).
Return to the parking area, followed by an…

What's Included
  • Accommodation 1 night after the Cotopaxi tour
  • Lunch
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Breakfast
  • Certified Guide
What's Not Included
  • Kayaking in Quilotoa ($3.00 per person).
  • Dinner.
  • Snacks and drinks during the tours.
  • Admission fees
  • Toachi Canyon Viewpoint ($1.00 per person)
Location
Plaza Foch
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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529romyv
Sep 4, 2025
Amazing time - I had a really great time doing these two tours. I went to Quilotoa with Joel and to Cotopaxi with Joel and Victor. I had some issues with the altitude and the guides were great in keeping an eye out for safety. Both places are absolutely stunnig! The tours are very laid-back, if you decide not to do the full trails it is completely fine to stop before the end, no one is pushing you to do it if you don't feel safe. The mountainbiking in Cotopaxi was definitely a highlight. Both times the groups I was in were very welcoming and the overall atmosphere in these tours were amazing! Would definitely recommend doing these tours, but make sure to be acclimatized to the altitude first.
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D5492ebvalentinal
Aug 11, 2025
A Must-Do in Ecuador - Overall, I had an amazing experience and appreciate our amazing guides for everything they did to made sure we were prepared and had a great time. Everything throughout each day ran seamlessly. Cotopaxi and Quilotoa both require some hiking experience and proper hiking gear/footwear is definitely recommended! 10/10 would recommend this tour to anyone!
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M3553jwellah
Aug 10, 2025
So much fun!! Great way to explore ecuador from quito. - SO MUCH FUN!! An Ecuadorian adventure with well-knowledgeable and good humored guides. Hiked up to Cotopaxi base camp and a bit more unfortunately due to unexpected snowfall we didn’t make it to the glacier, but we mountain biked and had a fantastic stay at a local hotel. Only downside was if you hiked down to the lake at Quilotoa there wasn’t much time to kayak or sit around since the hike back up was pretty hard and long. Great weekend highly recommend!!
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Lyndonn2018
Aug 10, 2025
Excellent overview of Cotopaxi and Quilotoa - Brilliant experience. Guides were helpful and friendly and spoke good English. The tour was also great value. Cotopaxi was incredible!
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Tatianafc8229be
Jun 20, 2025
Excellent tour for an express visit to Ecuador - I spent 2 amazing days on this tour. It was very easy from the beginning thanks to the attention of Valeria who answered all my doubts by email. During the tour, guide Joel was extremely friendly and attentive to all the people in the group (about 10), and also knows a lot about the region and the local culture. We were also joined by 2 drivers, Ramiro on the 1st and Alex on the 2nd, also very much looking forward to everything.
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981kariss
Jun 18, 2025
Cotopaxi - Such a great tour, lots of variety and great views. Alex and Joel were fantastic guides, learnt a lot from the tour and enjoyed every minute.
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G4842qncalebc
Jun 10, 2025
Cotopaxi/quilotoa tour - This was one of the coolest guided trips I have ever been on. The views we stunning and the hike was awesome. Got some photos and memories that will stick with me for a lifetime
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Rickyrd753ez
Jun 9, 2025
10/10 recommend! - Our tour guide David was incredible! The views were unbelievable and the experience unforgettable. If you can handle intense physical activity, the Cotopaxi hike is something I highly recommend. Likewise, the view of the Quilotoa volcano was ethereal.
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X1991qogabrielai
Mar 17, 2025
My trip to Cotopaxi volcano - The landscapes were majestic. Enjoy this tour and getting to know its sutures and gastronomy was certainly the best experience.
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Melindaplantlady
May 13, 2024
Breathtaking views and amazing memories! - Me and my brother had an AMAZING time!! It was an adventure that we will never forget! We liked learning about the country of Ecuador and stopping at the authentic market as well. Hiking Quilotoa and Cotapaxi was medium level difficulty, and the tour guide was always there if we needed assistance! We had a great time and will remember this trip forever! I recommended biking down Cotapaxi and brining warm gloves and hat and water bottle to bring, but pack light. Thanks David!
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From $180
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).