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Quilotoa Lagoon and Indian Markets in One Day from Quito
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11 hours (approximately)
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- English
- Spanish
With this day tour you get the opportunity to visit the breathtaking Quilotoa Crater lake, located about 2.5 hours south of Quito this emerald colored lake is one of a kind. You will get the opportunity to visit a local indigenous market and hike down to the lake and even go for a swim if you like!
What's Included
Private transportation
Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
Driver/guide
Lunch
Entrance fees ($2 entrance to park)
Breakfast
Additional fees (mule $10 or canoe ride $5, Toachi cañon $1)
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
Quilotoa, an emerald colored lake located inside a volcano crater, is one of the Andes’ gems. At 3800m, the lake is also a host to surrounding indigenous communities. The drive to Quilotoa passes through the Zumbahua canyon and various indigenous towns and farmlands.
Depending on the day, we will visit either the Saquisilí (Thursdays), or Pujilí (Sundays) indigenous markets so you can appreciate the contrast between these and those of the Imbabura province (Otavalo).
We then arrive at the Quilotoa National Park and begin our descent to the lake, you can hike back up or rent a mule to take you back up. After lunch we will visit Shalala, a community well known for their handicrafts.
Weather in Quilotoa is very unpredictable, so we recommend being prepared with warm and waterproof clothing (layers always help).
Itinerary
• Pick up at 7am in the New Town (Magic Bean Cafe)
• Pick up at 7:15am in the Old Town (Plaza San Blas)
• Leave towards Saquisili / Pujili / Indian markets (it depends on the day)
• Arrive to Quilotoa followed by trek around the crater
• Lunch
• Arrive to Tigua community
• Return towards Quito
Depending on the day, we will visit either the Saquisilí (Thursdays), or Pujilí (Sundays) indigenous markets so you can appreciate the contrast between these and those of the Imbabura province (Otavalo).
We then arrive at the Quilotoa National Park and begin our descent to the lake, you can hike back up or rent a mule to take you back up. After lunch we will visit Shalala, a community well known for their handicrafts.
Weather in Quilotoa is very unpredictable, so we recommend being prepared with warm and waterproof clothing (layers always help).
Itinerary
• Pick up at 7am in the New Town (Magic Bean Cafe)
• Pick up at 7:15am in the Old Town (Plaza San Blas)
• Leave towards Saquisili / Pujili / Indian markets (it depends on the day)
• Arrive to Quilotoa followed by trek around the crater
• Lunch
• Arrive to Tigua community
• Return towards Quito
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
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Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Small Group
Involves Animals
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Free cancellation
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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