Unique Andean views a long the way to Cotopaxi Park
Best chance to experience the Andes not far from Quito
Hiking admiring the Andes
Visit to an Hacienda with more the 3 Centuries of History
What's Included
Private transportation
Certified English Speaking Tour Guide
Park Admission Fee
Saquisili Indian Market Visit ( ONLY ON THURSDAYS)
Gratuities
Lunch
Personal Expenses
Departure & Return
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered we pick up all our guest located at all centrally hotels in Quito. If you are stayig ourt of this area , please let us know in advance
Departure Time
8:00 AM
What To Expect
Itinerary
Stop At:
Cotopaxi National Park
Early in the morning our destination is to visit one of the most important National Parks in the central Andes.
Located 56 kilometers from the city of Quito, it gives us the opportunity to change the panorama of the cars and buildings towards the Andean Páramo and the Chuquiraguas (endemic plant of the highlands).
Through the Panamericana Sur or well known "Avenida de los Volcanes", you can see volcanos such as: Atacazo, Corazón, Ilinizas, Pasochoa, Rumiñahui among others, to finally reach the entrance to the Cotopaxi National Park.
From here the adventure starts driving trough between the grasslands.
The Cotopaxi National Park has more than 33,000 hectares of extension with a variety of trails, lagoons, rivers, waterfalls and of course, the Cotopaxi Volcano, which captivates with its majesty and beauty. In this area you can also see an exuberant flora and fauna, being the condor an icon in the Andes. In the lagoon of Limpiopungo (3830 masl) it is possible a walk of two hours, to observe some species of birds that inhabit the lagoon.
Then by car we will continue our way to the parking lot (4500 masl) and then to the refuge called José Rivas (4800 masl). Of course, this last visit is possible, depending on your physical condition.
At the end we can enjoy a typical lunch at Hacienda La Ciénega, It was the residence of the French Geodetic Mission that came to Ecuador and measured the middle of the world on 1736.
ON THURSDAYS WE INCLUDE SAQUISILI INDIAN MARKET INSTEAD OF HACIENDA LA CIENEGA VISIT, PLEASE NOTICE IT for further bookings
Finaly Return to your hotel.
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.Learn more about cancellations.
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