Excursion to Quilotoa: Trekking, Viewpoints and Local Communities

4.8
(5 reviews)
Quito, Ecuador

10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Spanish

Discover the stunning Quilotoa Lagoon on this full-day tour from Quito. Travel through unique Andean landscapes while visiting local communities and getting to know their traditions. Upon reaching the crater, enjoy unforgettable panoramic views and hike to the turquoise lagoon. You’ll have time to explore, take pictures and, if you wish, descend to the shore. This tour combines nature, culture and adventure in an authentic experience, ideal for those who seek to connect with the beauty of the Ecuadorian Andes. It includes comfortable transportation, professional guidance and strategic stops at scenic viewpoints.

What's Included

Board and disembark at your hotel within the city of Quito.
Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch
Quilotoa Community

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Passengers will be picked up in the hotel lobby.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Laguna Quilotoa

    Quilotoa is a lagoon that emerges from the eruption of a volcano showing its greatness and natural purity, wonder of the equator and the world in general, in which its waters illuminate you when you look. Your color change will catch your eye and with your attractions your heart will be stolen.

    3 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Quilotoa

    Visit to the town of Quilotoa where you can see the beautiful lagoon, there are excellent restaurants and art galleries.

    3 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Sendero al Fondo del Crater

    One of the activities that can be done in the lagoon is the walk to the lagoon that takes 1 hour to go down and 1 hour and 30 minutes to go up. Another option is to take a horse to climb if it is available.

    3 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Tigua

    The small town of Tigua is surrounded by a beautiful Andean landscape and is the place where beautiful masks, drums and paintings are made.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    We will pass near the city of Latacunga, capital of the province of Cotopaxi. We can also do Pickup or dropoff in the city at no additional cost.

    Admission ticket free
  • Cotopaxi Volcano (Pass by)

    We will observe the volcano from the Pan-American Highway, stopping to take photos if the weather is clear.

    Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Quito

    Pickup and dropoff are included at all hotels in the Historic Center, Mariscal and Carolina.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by AUROX TRAVEL

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Cancellation Policy

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

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