Quilotoa Crater Private Tour Breathtaking Andes Experience

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8 to 10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Explore the stunning Quilotoa Lagoon Crater, a natural treasure in the Illinizas Ecological Reserve. This tour takes you to enjoy spectacular scenery as you walk along the bottom of the lagoon, and if you prefer, you can return on horseback. Along the way, visit the charming town of Tigua, famous for its pictorial art, and discover a cuy farm, a typical dish of Ecuadorian cuisine. This day trip is perfect for nature and culture lovers looking for an authentic experience in Ecuador.

- Discover the majestic crater and lake of Quilotoa
- Option to walk or return on horseback through the lagoon
- Visit to the artistic village of Tigua and cuyes farm
- Transportation included from Quito with a tour of approximately 3 hours

What's Included

Private transportation
entrance Ecological Reserve Illinizas
Professional tour guide
is available for 10 usd

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
OR
Meeting point
Tribuna de los Shyris

Park the caroline

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 to 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Galeria del Primer Pintor de Tigua - "Julio Toaquiza Tigasi"

    visit to Tigua Gallery of typical Naif Paintings of the area

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Pujili

    Exotic fruit market of Ecuador

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Quilotoa

    Main activity hike to the bottom of the Crater opportunity to Kayak, Ride.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Zumbahua

    If it's market day to observe a typical Indian market

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Vermilion Routes

Tags

Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Sustainable Tours
4WD Tours
Eco Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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