2-Day Tour of Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa Lagoon with hotel
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About the Activity
Take a 2-day trip through the Avenue of the Volcanoes towards two of the most important landmarks in the Ecuadorian Sierra: Cotapaxi and Quilotoa. On day one, visit Cotopaxi Volcano and climb up to the first refugee, take an optional bike ride afterwards. Lodge in the comfy Chuquiragua lodge and get ready for your next adventure. On day two, ride towards Quilotoa Crater Lagoon for an amazing hike. Visit Tigua artisan’s town to end you adventure before returning back to Quito.2 days
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Travel Date
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Travelers
Adult : 1
Inclusions & Exclusions
English speaking guide
Food and drink : Lunch. x 2
Accommodation in a Double Room in Hotel Casa Sakiwa in Machachi
Food and drink : Breakfast. Breakfast
Bike & helmet for Cotopaxi
Transport to/from Quito
Visits according with the itineraries
Entry fee to Quilotoa Lagoon USD $2 per person
Hotel pickup and drop-off (meeting point is Barrio Mariscal - See notes)
Additional food and drinks.
Items/ activities not mentioned on the itinerary
Fees : Gratuities. Gratuities
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Travel Itinerary
- Maximum 8 travellers in this tour.
Locations in the itinerary
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Plaza Foch
Calle Foch y Reina Victoria esquina, Quito, Ecuador, 170150Meet at 6:45am with the guide and the group at the designated meeting point in Quito.15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Cotopaxi National Park
EcuadorAt 7am we leave by car driving south of Quito for approx. 1.5-hour through the Pan-American highway aka. Avenue of the Volcanoes. We'll then reach the park entrance of Cotopaxi National Park and the get ready to enjoy a fresh Andean-style breakfast.View Location3
Cotopaxi National Park
EcuadorDrive through pine forest and soon reach the Interpretation Center Mariscal and get to know the volcano and its unique fauna and flora.View Location4
Laguna de Limpiopungo
Latacunga, EcuadorAfterwards, and depending on the physical abilities of the group, drive towards Limpiopungo Lake located at 3.800 m or Rinconada camping zone, to enjoy a hike around this stunning environment to observe birds and the magnificent view of Cotopaxi Volcano1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location5
Cotopaxi National Park
EcuadorGet your helmets, gloves on and begin your bike adventure. Bike on dirt roads through volcanic ash and a tundra landscape for about 7 kilometers until the North gate of the Park and continue along the Paramo landscape until reaching the main entrance of the park. 10 km. approx. - ride on paved road). Cross the main gate and bike along a short pine forest single trek to reach the main road (optional).2 hours • Admission Ticket FreeView Location6
Cotopaxi National Park
EcuadorA stop between activities will give us time to enjoy a well-deserved lunch to regain strength. 1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location7
Say goodbye to the volcano and get in the van again to drive back. Drop-off at Hotel Casa Sakiwa in Machachi. • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
Accommodation
- Lodge in the comfy Hotel Casa Sakiwa
Meals
- Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Starting point
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Meeting point: Mariscal Foch and Juan Leon Mera. at 06h50 am.
In the center of Quito: Plaza San Blas: Caldas st and Pichincha. View Location
End point
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Meeting point: Mariscal Foch and Juan Leon Mera. at 06h50 am.
In the center of Quito: Plaza San Blas: Caldas st and Pichincha. View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather or events beyond our control (force mejeure) no refunds are applicable.
- Important: we recommend you to bring warm clothes (layers), eaterproof jacket, gloves, sunscreen, hat, hiking shoes, extra pair of socks, extra pants, sunglasses, sun cream and walking stick, water bottle
- The tour is not private. Travelers will share services with a group. Maximum people per tour 12
- NOTE: This is a sample itinerary. Please keep in mind that due to the nature of this tour and the given that Cotopaxi is an active volcano, this itinerary may vary.
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
- Spanish
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketLocal supplier telephone number: +845 345 3204 • Emergency ONLY phone number (local): (593) 992747880 NOTE (IMPORTANT): The following info from each traveler is a compulsory requirement in order to be included in the supplier’s insurance. Please provide this information as soon as possible (before travel date). Names (as they appear on the passport): Passport Number: Date of Birth: Emergency Phone Number: * If travelers fail to provide this information two days prior to date of travel, the health insurance cannot NOT be applied. NOTE (travel insurance age restriction): Travel insurance for this tour is applicable to travelers up to 69 years old ONLY. We encourage travelers of more the 69 years to hire private travel insurance, as unfortunately, they will not be covered with ours. NOTE 2: This day tour is subject to availability and last minute changes due to forces beyond our control (force majeure) - no refunds will be applicable in this case. This tour is not private - travelers will share the services with a group of fellow travelers (max 12 per group) DAY-TRIP INCLUDES: Bilingual Professional Guide Transportation from Quito and back (at meeting point in Barrio Mariscal) Guided Hike and Bike ride in Cotopaxi Voclano Prak (Basic biking equipment: Bike, helmet) Breakfast (Day 2) and Lunch (Day 1 and 2) NOT INCLUDED Other Meals Cost of extra activities not listed in the itinerary Tips & gratuities (optional)Cancellation & Refunds
Cannot be cancelled or amended without incurring a 100% penalty; i.e., the refund amount will be zero.- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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