Cotopaxi Full-Day from Quito Including Entrances
Overview
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12 hours
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Within the Cotopaxi National Park is the active Cotopaxi volcano, an elevation of 5,897 meters above sea level located in the Andes Mountains and an exceptional variety of flora and fauna species.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Cotopaxi National Park
Departure from Quito to the Cotopaxi National Park.
Laguna de Limpiopungo
You will visit the Limpiopungo lagoon, it is located in the slops of the volcano. In this place we will stay to enjoy the landscape and take beautiful pictures of the volcano and the lagoon. We will visit the "Mariscal Sucre" Interpretation Center.
What‘s Included
Bilingual guide (English and Spanish)
All entrances
Tourist transport
Details not specified
Tips
Food and drinks
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
PRIVATE OPTION TO COTOPAXI ***
Duration: 8 hours
Not included
Car
Private option
Pickup included
Cotopaxi Full-Day Tour from Quito
Turistic Van
Pickup included
Reviews
1,406 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great day trip
Louise C,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great trip to Cotopaxi even though we only got a glimpse of the volcano before the clouds rolled in. Our guide was informative and incredibly helpful to an elderly couple who were completely unprepared for a day at high altitude. At 4864m you need mountain clothing and footwear and be prepared for altitude effects. Delicious hot chocolate at the refuge made the climb worthwhile!
Love this experience
gregorymp2022,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I want to compliment our tour guide but can't remember his name but the day of the tour was March 25th, 2026. He went above the beyond in helping me get up to the Base Camp with encouraging words and letting me hold onto his arm at times. The whole tour group was supportive and helpful and all so nice. I'm 70 yrs old and will remember their kindness for the rest of my life. Thank you!!
Cotopaxi is a must do!
Sara E,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great day that didn’t feel as long as 12 hours. We stopped for breakfast, got some Coca tea, visited the Cotopaxi museum, the lagoon, and then walked up to the Base Camp. The walk definitely makes you breathless so take it slowly, but you can do it. It’s only about a mile long and 750 ft up to the BC. Afterwards, you stop at a cute spot for lunch and then head back into Quito for your drop off. Pamela, our guide, had so much energy and taught us a lot about the area and history. We loved her!
Better than Fuji and Mt Etna
ChungKai S,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Get prepared for the high altitude sickness! The hiking is 2 hours up and down! Most people can achieve! But get prepared
Ecuador rocks with Cotopaxi
vendys2026,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Irenita is a fantastic guide, she knows how to make people laugh and answer any questions. Cotopaxi was great day out with a branch of strangers who become funny people I won’t forget with a lots of great pictures and memories. I would definitely recommend the place and Irenita with the bus driver, which I felt safe, to go on the day trip. We were so lucky with the weather and view was breathtaking. On the way back we stopped on very tasty good price lunch.
10/10 absolutely make
eliassO5387VP,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a wonderful experience!! I can only recommend the day trip to Cotopaxi!! Great atmosphere and great guide!
Fantastic day! Highly recommend!
ariananizzac,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Irene our guide was amazing! She was fun, funny, energetic, informative, caring, positive, etc. One of the best guides I’ve ever met. Her English is perfect. The day was great- 7:30 pickup, van ride to breakfast, got to volcano by 11, briefing and photo ops. we were really lucky with the weather, most of our group made it up 20-40min but was still proud of myself because you have to go slow with the altitude. Back down for delicious lunch and back to hotel by 5. Great day! Great group! Great guide! Highly recommend
Awesome tour!
Stay63621021502,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour was fun and interactive, the kind that makes you never want to return to your house. Our guide, Irene, was fun and relatable, making the excursion even more exciting. Awesome tour.
Fun guide Irene in Cotopaxi
Raya F,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide, Irene, was beyond amazing! Fun, caring and very chatty 😁 I hope she continues being an awesome guide for ever! Thanks again, Irene.
It was a good experience...
Hugh P,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a good experience with our tour guide Jorge. He was knowledgeable and very amicable as well. He supported you all of us along the way, which was especially helpful as someone coming from Florida where you're just not as accustomed to the altitude. Also, the pick up and drop off at the hotel was very convenient.
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