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Cotopaxi Volcano Adventure: Full-Day Journey from Quito

$50.00per person
Duration: 480 minutes

Explore Cotopaxi National Park on a full-day tour from Quito. Visit Limpiopungo Lagoon, discover Andean wildlife, and admire one of the world's highest active volcanoes.

Overview

Experience the beauty of Ecuador's Andean highlands on a full-day adventure to Cotopaxi National Park, home to one of the world's highest active volcanoes. Surrounded by dramatic landscapes, vast páramo grasslands, and stunning mountain scenery, this tour offers an unforgettable encounter with nature. Explore the picturesque Limpiopungo Lagoon, admire panoramic views of the majestic Cotopaxi Volcano, and discover unique ecosystems rich in native flora and wildlife. Visit remarkable sites such as Agua Longo Gully, Stone Valley, and the Mariscal Sucre Interpretation Center, where you'll learn about the park's geology, biodiversity, and volcanic history. Accompanied by a knowledgeable naturalist guide and complemented by a delicious local lunch, this experience is the perfect combination of adventure, nature, and Ecuadorian landscapes.

Highlights

  • Visit the iconic Cotopaxi Volcano, one of the world's highest active volcanoes. Explore the stunning landscapes of Cotopaxi National Park
  • Enjoy a traditional Ecuadorian lunch. Travel with an expert naturalist guide
  • Discover the unique Andean páramo ecosystem. Observe native birds and wildlife
  • Enjoy spectacular views from Limpiopungo Lagoon.
  • Explore the Mariscal Sucre Interpretation Center.

Itinerary

  1. 1
    Breakfast1 hr.
  2. 2
    Transfer2 hr.

    Place: Quito Enjoying beautiful landscapes of the Ecuadorian Sierra along the way.

  3. 3
    Arrival at Cotopaxi National Park30 mins

    Place: Cotopaxi National Park Start the visit with a naturalist guide, who will share information about the flora, fauna and ecosystems of the place.

  4. 4
    Visit to the Limpiopungo Lagoon40 mins

    Place: Cotopaxi National Park Admire the impressive Cotopaxi Volcano and observe Andean birds in their natural habitat.

  5. 5
    Longo Gully and Stone Valley Water40 mins

    Place: Cotopaxi National Park Exploring the volcanic landscapes and natural beauty of the Ecuadorian wasteland.

  6. 6
    Visit to the Mariscal Sucre Interpretation Center45 min

    Place: Cotopaxi National Park Learn more about the history, geology and biodiversity of the park.

  7. 7
    Lunch1 hr.

    Place: Cotopaxi National Park Lunch at local restaurant

  8. 8
    Departure and return to Quito2 h 30 min

    Place: Quito

Inclusions & Exclusions

Included

  • Guide
  • Transportation
  • Input
  • Feed
  • Gathering
  • Hotel pick-up:
  • Area pickup

Not Included

  • Tips
  • Personal expenses

Practical Information

Destination

Quito

Tour Type

Shared

Difficulty

Medium

Minimum Participants

2

Tour Languages

en

What to Bring

  • and comfortable shoes.
  • Water
  • Sunscreen
  • Coat
  • Identity document

Restrictions

  • • Minimum age 15 years
  • • Suitable for pregnant women
  • • Suitable for people with reduced mobility

Meeting Point

Quito

Frequently Asked Questions

Does it require manual confirmation?▾

Yes, manual via WhatsApp/E-mail

What happens if it rains?▾

Bring a water poncho just in case

Does the tour include transportation?▾

yes, it is.

Can I go with children?▾

Yes, you can go with children.

Where does the tour start?▾

From the pick up.

What should I bring?▾

Water, comfortable clothes, comfortable shoes.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations made up to 72 hours before the start of the tour apply for a partial 50% refund. Cancellations outside the established time may generate no show.

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June 2026
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