3-Day Tour to Cotopaxi, Quilotoa and Baños : Andes Mountains & Waterfalls
Highlights
Quito
nature, trekking, Volcano
Private Tour
3 Days
Medium
English, Spanish
Description
Get off the beaten track and explore the Cotopaxi Volcano, Quilotoa Lagoon, and Baños de Agua Santa, a town considered the gateway to the Ecuadorian Amazon. Hike the surrounding Limpiopungo valley, swim at the lake in Banos and have a breathtaking experience on the “Swing at the End of the World." Meet the natives from the Paramos and enjoy the views of rivers, waterfalls and mountains via a cable car ride over the Pastaza River.
Itinerary
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Day 1- Arrive at Cotopaxi National Park
- Meet the tour guide after having your breakfast and board a vehicle heading south of Quito, towards Cotopaxi National Park.
- Enjoy the beautiful views of the Andes Mountain range and gorgeous natural scenery on the way. Once you reach the National Park, you will visit the Interpretation Center and Limpiopungo lagoon.
- Take a short hike in the surrounding Limpiopungo valley before driving ever-higher into this sky-high region, stopping at the 15,800-feet (4830-meter) Padre Rivas Refuge. (Depending on your physical condition, you will get to the Glacier (5050-meter) Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant that offers typical Ecuadorian meals.
Overnight in Hosteria Papagayo in Machachi.
(3914-meter)
Meals: B/L
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Day 2- Visit the Swing at the End of the World
- Have breakfast in the hotel. Travel through the Avenue of the Volcanoes and pass through the Pujilí small town.
- Visit an indigenous local house from the “Paramos” to learn about their traditions and way of life.
- Head to the town of Tigua, famous for its naive paintings. Continue up to the Quilotoa volcano, where you can descend to the lake inside the crater or just walk around the crater.
- Enjoy an unforgettable experience on mule back riding or kayaking in the lake. Lunch and continue the trip to Baños.
- See the famous “Swing at the End of the World” at La Casa del Árbol and take in fantastic views of the gorgeous mountain landscapes.
Overnight in Baños hotel La Floresta.
(3914-meter)
Meals: B/L
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Day 3- Experience Cable Car Ride with Stunning Views
- Have breakfast in the hotel. Visit Pailon del Diablo, the most stunning waterfall in Ecuador.
- Ride a cable car over the Pastaza River and experience one of the most extraordinary sights you’ve ever seen, with 360-degree views of waterfalls, mountains, and beautiful landscapes. For the rest of your time, you can take optional activities such as rock climbing, trekking, bikes, and more at extra cost.
- Drive back to Quito after lunch.
(1820-meter)
Meals: B
What's Included
What's Excluded
What To Bring
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations within 24 hours before the tour -
Refund of 50% of the tour price.
Price
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This is a private tour |
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