Volcanoes Tour
Cotopaxi National Park and Quilotoa Lagoon
General Information
Check availability to view departure times.
Comfortable rides in our private vehicles.
Certified English or Spanish-speaking guides.
Ancestral Welcome to Cotopaxi
Start your journey with a traditional welcome that honors the Pachamama, along with an optional coca tea to help with altitude.
At the Foot of Cotopaxi
Experience an authentic Andean dance accompanied by indigenous music at the base of the volcano.
Limpiopungo Lagoon
Enjoy a peaceful walk around the lagoon and observe páramo wildlife: foxes, wild horses, wolves, and with luck, the Andean condor or spectacled bear.
Quilotoa Lagoon
Admire the emerald waters of Quilotoa from a panoramic viewpoint while enjoying homemade empanadas and a warm drink.
- Visit Cotopaxi National Park and Limpiopungo Glacier Lake.
- Meet alpacas (photo not included).
- Accessible walks and wildlife sightings.
- Explore the majestic Cotopaxi and the magical Quilotoa lagoon.
- Participate in ancestral rituals that connect you with the energy of the Andes.
- Cotopaxi and Quilotoa: nature, culture, and connection in the heart of the Andes
- Ideal for: solo travelers, couples, families, and anyone seeking nature, culture, and tranquility.
- Duration: full-day tour
- Includes: private transportation, native guide, cultural activities, free pickup and drop-off within the Quito urban area (up to 7 km).
- Experience Highlights
- Stop 1 – Spiritual Welcome to Cotopaxi Outside the entrance to Cotopaxi National Park, begin with an optional coca tea (extra cost). A native guide greets you with ceremonial chants, asking permission from the Pachamama to enter. A heartfelt Andean tradition.
- Stop 2 – At the Foot of Cotopaxi We head to the base of Cotopaxi for a traditional Andean dance with native music. What is Cotopaxi? One of the highest active volcanoes in the world, considered a sacred guardian of the Andes. It rises 5897 m above sea level and forms part of the Cotopaxi National Park, known for its diverse ecosystems.
- Stop 3 – Limpiopungo Lagoon Walk A calm high-altitude walk perfect for solo travelers, couples, and families. Discover unique páramo wildlife, including foxes, wolves, wild horses, the spectacled bear, and the Andean condor.
- Stop 4 – Quilotoa Lagoon and Viewpoint Enjoy breathtaking views of the crater lake from a cozy restaurant. Relax with homemade empanadas and a warm drink as you admire the shifting emerald tones of the lagoon. What is Quilotoa? A volcanic crater lake formed over 800 years ago, famous for its surreal color variations and dramatic rim.
- Stop 5 – Crater Rim Walk After your break, walk along the crater rim, stopping for photos at natural viewpoints and optional paid lookout points.
- As the sun begins to set, we return to Quito and drop you off at your preferred location.
- Both Cotopaxi and Quilotoa offer unforgettable landscapes, deep cultural meaning, and a journey through Ecuador’s volcanic highlands.
- Pickup and drop-off within Quito urban area (up to 7 km)
- Attraction tickets included
- Entrance fees to Cotopaxi National Park, Quilotoa Lagoon, and Quilotoa Viewpoint
- Snack (homemade empanadas and a hot drink)
- Tips (paid directly to the guide)
- Warm clothing
- Hiking shoes
- Sunscreen
- Water
- Comfortable footwear
- Small backpack
- Smartphone with a full battery
- Passport or ID (copies accepted)
Imagine yourself here…
Let these landscapes speak for themselves. Towering volcanoes, turquoise lagoons, and moments you only live once. Every image is an invitation to your next great adventure.
