Private Tour

Andes and Amazon: Cotopaxi, Quilotoa, Baños, Amazon, Papallacta

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

96 hours

Mobile ticket

Discover the volcanoes route and the upper part of the Amazon with us.

- Visit the Cotopaxi National Park early in the morning to see the magestic volcanoes.

- Observe the volcanic lagoon of Quilotoa, its crater and the landscape of the Andes Mountains.

- Explore the waterfalls route with cable car, zip lining, canyoning, and the relaxing hot springs at Baños.

- Hike in the Rain-Forest watching the local plants and animals.

- Watch the stunning hummingbirds of the eastern slope of the Andes

- Relax at the papallacta hot-springs

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Day 1

Quito - Cotopaxi - Quilotoa

Accommodations

Overnight at a local lodge with private bathroom and heating

Food and Drinks

DINNER

Dinner

Quito

Early pickup to start the tour.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Cotopaxi National Park

The amazing national Park with 3 different volcanoes where the Cotopaxi active volcano get´s 19 000 feet (5897 meters). The visit include a short hike in the lagoon.

1 hour • Admission Included

Cotopaxi Volcano

You are gona see and admire the giant Cotopaxi volcano. This visit will allow you to see the big mountain with 19 460 feet (5897 meters).

1 hour • Admission Included

Laguna de Limpiopungo

Hike in this beautiful lagoon seeing the stunning Cotopaxi volcano. It is possible to watch some local fauna such as Andean Condor, White-tailed Deer, Andean Fox, Andean Ducks, and more birds.

1 hour • Admission Included

Laguna Quilotoa

We will have time to hike to the lagoon or explore the area very well during the afternoon.

3 hours • Admission Included

Day 2

Baños - Waterfalls route - Puyo (Amazon)

Accommodations

Overnight at a small Hotel with private bathroom

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

La Casa del Arbol

Discover this unique place located at the fit of the Tungurahua volcano. Swing at the End of the World.

1 hour • Admission Included

Try the zip-lining or cable car, while you are watching this beautiful waterfall.

40 minutes • Admission Included

Cascada el Manto de la Novia

This waterfall looks like a bride mantle and it has an amazing cable-car.

30 minutes • Admission Included

Cascada El Pailon

This amazing place is an aptly-named waterfall on the Green River, a tributary of the upper Amazon River Basin. You will walk down for about 30 minutes and watch this waterfall too close. This experience is unique and extraordinary.

1 hour 20 minutes • Admission Included

Day 3

Puyo - Amazon Rain-Forest - Napo river

Accommodations

Overnight at a jungle lodge with private bathroom and mosquito net

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

The best Amazonian viewpoint is waiting for you. Imagine enjoying the scenery from a hammock watching the sunset over the Pastaza River and the beautiful rainforest.

1 hour • Admission Included

Paikawe Lagoon is a peaceful Amazonian lake surrounded by dense jungle and rich wildlife. Visitors can explore it by canoe, observing birds, monkeys, and the serene beauty of the rainforest.

1 hour • Admission Included

Napo Province

Napo Province is a lush region of Ecuador where the Andes meet the Amazon, offering rich biodiversity and vibrant jungle landscapes. It’s known for its waterfalls, rivers, indigenous communities, and endless opportunities for eco-adventure.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Day 4

Caiman lagoon - Hummingbirds - Papallacta Hot Springs - Quito

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

Laguna Caimán is a tranquil Amazon lagoon known for its rich wildlife and pristine jungle surroundings. Visitors can explore spotting caimans, birds and tropical species while enjoying the peaceful rainforest atmosphere.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Included

Quetzal Protected Forest is a biodiverse reserve in Napo, home to lush cloud forest, waterfalls, and abundant wildlife. Visitors can hike scenic trails, observe birds, and experience the tranquility of Ecuador’s protected nature.

1 hour • Admission Included

Termas de Papallacta

Papallacta is a high-Andean village famous for its natural hot springs surrounded by misty mountains. Visitors come to relax in thermal pools, hike nearby trails, and enjoy the serene páramo landscape.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Entrance fees of the deailed visits

Dinner

Private transportation

Bilingual tour guide

Tips

Any item that is not in the itinerary

Alcoholic beverages

Extra activities in Baños (rafting, canyoning, etc)

Extra meals not mentionet in the itinerary

Single room suplement

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Options

4 days tour

Tourist class Hotel: - Private bedroom - Private bathroom - Breakfast - Hot shower
Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

7 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

3 Days of Quito's best
anolan5879,,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Excellent guides and depth of knowledge. Daniel and Carlos were superb. English was very good. Driver was very friendly.
3 days knowing Ecuador’s natural diversity
Luis L,,Dec 1, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
This three days tour was amazing, very organizaed and the hotel selected was excellent! Our tour guide, Christian was outstanding, very knowledgeable and flexible accoding participants needs. This tour offer diverse and enjoyable activities everyday. 100% recommended.
From the top of the World to the jungle Floor
Kale L,,Jun 4, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had a private car and guide. This was an Excellent way to spend 3 days we saw such a diverse portion of the Country. Our guide Christian was Amazing he was very knowledgeable and had great English skills. He was always on time and was also a very safe driver.
Absolutely breathtaking!
Taylor h,,Feb 1, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
I’ve travelled all over, and this experience was one of the best. I had an amazing guide Christian that was not only knowledgeable, but hilarious and knew the culture/landscape. Would do it again in a heartbeat!
Exceeded expectations! Would repeat the trip again and recommend to friends and family
Thomas S,,Dec 30, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our personal guide for 3 days was Cristian. Excellent driver, very safe, would pull over for us anytime we wanted to see something or take pictures, also extremely knowledgeable about the local culture, wildlife and everything Ecuador! Easy to give five stars on every aspect of this trip. Hoping to send friends and family to come and enjoy this experience in the near future.
Equador adventure
Karen B,,Nov 25, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had an amazing 3 days! Christian was the best guide and was so accommodating! We had an amazing time from start to finish! The food was excellent! The mix of activities was perfect! Our favorite was the swing in the clouds!
Excellent!!
Lara B,,Jun 11, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our tour was excellent. We got along great with our guide (Daniel) and learned a lot about Ecuador and its culture in these few days with him, as well as visiting the most important sights for us. The restaurants Daniel took us to were also fabulous and we were able to try different traditional dishes. We were also able to adapt our tour to our needs and the weather. We are very satisfied and would recommend it to anyone. A unique experience.