Day Tour to the Cotopaxi Active Volcano In Andes Mountains
Highlights
Cotopaxi National Park, Quito
nature, walking, Volcano
Private Tour
1 Day
Medium
English
Description
Explore Cotopaxi Active Volcano, the second-highest Volcano in Ecuador, which is surrounded by Inca ruins, lakes and highland grasses. Also, visit a local restaurant to taste mouth-watering Ecuadorian cuisine. Cotopaxi National Park is a protected area in Ecuador situated in the Cotopaxi Province, Napo Province and Pichincha Province, near Quito. The Cotopaxi volcano that lends its name to the park is located within its boundaries and is among the highest active volcanoes in the world; its last significant eruption took place in 1904.
Itinerary
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Cotopaxi Volcano Day Trip
Drive from Quito through Andean volcanoes avenue heading south to the Cotopaxi National Park. Once in the park, visit a natural museum to learn about its nature, geology, history, and eruptions of the Cotopaxi volcano (5897m).
Next stop is at Limpiopungo Lake (3800 mts) Make an acclimatizing walk while observing some variety of birds like ducks, eagles, and Andean gulls, with your Cotopaxi tour guide.
Further, drive to the parking lot (4600 mts). On clear days, you can have an incredible view of the Andean landscape.
You can take a hike of 45 minutes to the José Ribas refuge (4800 mts), where you can taste a delicious hot chocolate for warmth.
Enjoy Ecuadorian food at a local restaurant (Optional).
Finally, head back to Quito.
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.