Cotopaxi Full-Day from Quito Including Entrances

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

12 hours

Mobile ticket

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.

5 hours • Admission Included

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.

30 minutes • Admission Included

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

Cotopaxi Full-Day Tour from Quito

Turistic Van Pickup included

PRIVATE OPTION TO COTOPAXI ***

Duration: 8 hours Not included Car Private option Pickup included

Reviews

4.90

1,440 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1341

Great trip with terrific views on the Cotopaxi Volcano. Strongly recommended!
164bastianb,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fantastic trip from Quito! Tour operator Quito Tour Bus - Best Trip Ecuador did an excellent job in running the tour and arranging pick-ups and drop-offs (at many locations). Guide Fernando provided great commentary (in English and Spanish) and his relaxed demeaner made the trip even more fun. Driver Andreas did a great job (and driving through Quito in rush hour is an experience in itself). There was a good rest stop on the way out and a very good late lunch (at own costs, but that was known) on the way back. The highlight was seeing the Cotopaxi Volcano through the clouds several times (but realize that weather is out of anyone's control ...)! Also, the relatively short, but tiring hike (less than an hour up) to the Cotopaxi Base Camp was fun to do and makes you experience 4,864 m elevation. All in all, a great trip! Strongly recommended (if you can manage some weather uncertainty and are somewhat fit)!
Great experience
monique1071,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our Cotopaxi experience was epic. Fernando was a very knowledgeable guide. He demonstrated leadership in ensuring our safety throughout the trip. Our group was well taken care of. He was also very helpful in answering our questions and meeting our needs. The bus driver was also very professional.
Fantastic tour to Cotopaxi
Raymond L,May 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our tour guide Josue is very kind and thoughtful and took great care of us on the hike up to Cotopaxi! I love this tour and it was truly an unforgettable experience.
SUCH a beautiful,...
Nikita D,May 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
SUCH a beautiful, breathtaking adventure! Irene our guide and Jonathan our driver were so professional and courteous. Big shout-out to Irene especially for being so kind, compassionate, and perceptive of everyone on the tour. Not only were her announcements phenomenal, but when I was struggling with the cold, she helped me recover to a non-shivering state. You will learn so much and see very beautiful things as you go to Cotopaxi, but I will always remember Irene's kindness. Other Notes: Itinerary: Great! The day feels like it moves by so quickly – on the bus, you pass several beautiful streets (e.g., Pan-American Highway) and you learn information about the national park; you visit a mini market for breakfast/snacks/tea/hats/gloves (optional - if you need it!); you visit Cotopaxi Information Center; you take on a hike to base camp; you visit a beautiful lagoon; you have a delicious lunch ($6). Note! The weather at Cotopaxi can be very volatile. Our hike occurred amid high winds, rain, snow, and hail. You can still do it, but make sure you are prepared, with the correct waterproof materials! If you are able to coordinate your tour for a day with good weather, even better, but know that it can be rather unpredictable! Our team had a memorable adventure with the elements.
This is a hike!
Christine T,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Spectacular scenery and breathtaking views, however the breathtaking is quite literal as you hike at altitude to Cotopaxi’s base camp at some 16,000 feet. Even going slowly, I couldn’t make it, maybe because I am 70 and not in the best shape. Be advised that this is a challenge even for the fit. I wish the description of “full day” included the fact that this was a hike.
Amazing experience to cotopaxi
425darreny,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Experience to cotopaxi was amazing with Irene as our tour guide and Andre’s as our driver. I recommend 10/10!!!!
Great!
C1397WAjoeyf,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We really enjoyed the Cotopaxi tour. Irene was a fantastic guide with great knowledge and enthusiasm. Andres provided a safe and comfortable ride. Top experience
Cotopaxi Tour
Tony A,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fantastic tour! Felt like everything was done at a good pace and the views of Cotopaxi and the surrounding landscape is insanely beautiful. Had Irene as our guide and she was amazing! Her vibes and energy created a really enjoyable atmosphere.
A fun trip!
Shakir S,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00
The drive up and the hike was fantastic. I found that the rest stops in the morning were excessively long and had they been a bit shorter we would have had more time at the Volcano. The guide and driver had high energy and were a pleasure to engage with.
Nevada in Cotopaxi
elianaguavita,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a wonderful experience, the guide Veronica always pending the driver Jhonatan very pending the way, indicated the recommendations with which I could carry everything necessary.

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Cotopaxi Full-Day from Quito Including Entrances

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

12 hours

Mobile ticket

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.

5 hours • Admission Included

Laguna de Limpiopungo

30 minutes • Admission Included

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

Cotopaxi Full-Day Tour from Quito

Turistic Van Pickup included

PRIVATE OPTION TO COTOPAXI ***

Duration: 8 hours Not included Car Private option Pickup included

Reviews

4.90

1,440 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1341

Great trip with terrific views on the Cotopaxi Volcano. Strongly recommended!
164bastianb,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fantastic trip from Quito! Tour operator Quito Tour Bus - Best Trip Ecuador did an excellent job in running the tour and arranging pick-ups and drop-offs (at many locations). Guide Fernando provided great commentary (in English and Spanish) and his relaxed demeaner made the trip even more fun. Driver Andreas did a great job (and driving through Quito in rush hour is an experience in itself). There was a good rest stop on the way out and a very good late lunch (at own costs, but that was known) on the way back. The highlight was seeing the Cotopaxi Volcano through the clouds several times (but realize that weather is out of anyone's control ...)! Also, the relatively short, but tiring hike (less than an hour up) to the Cotopaxi Base Camp was fun to do and makes you experience 4,864 m elevation. All in all, a great trip! Strongly recommended (if you can manage some weather uncertainty and are somewhat fit)!
Great experience
monique1071,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our Cotopaxi experience was epic. Fernando was a very knowledgeable guide. He demonstrated leadership in ensuring our safety throughout the trip. Our group was well taken care of. He was also very helpful in answering our questions and meeting our needs. The bus driver was also very professional.
Fantastic tour to Cotopaxi
Raymond L,May 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our tour guide Josue is very kind and thoughtful and took great care of us on the hike up to Cotopaxi! I love this tour and it was truly an unforgettable experience.
SUCH a beautiful,...
Nikita D,May 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
SUCH a beautiful, breathtaking adventure! Irene our guide and Jonathan our driver were so professional and courteous. Big shout-out to Irene especially for being so kind, compassionate, and perceptive of everyone on the tour. Not only were her announcements phenomenal, but when I was struggling with the cold, she helped me recover to a non-shivering state. You will learn so much and see very beautiful things as you go to Cotopaxi, but I will always remember Irene's kindness. Other Notes: Itinerary: Great! The day feels like it moves by so quickly – on the bus, you pass several beautiful streets (e.g., Pan-American Highway) and you learn information about the national park; you visit a mini market for breakfast/snacks/tea/hats/gloves (optional - if you need it!); you visit Cotopaxi Information Center; you take on a hike to base camp; you visit a beautiful lagoon; you have a delicious lunch ($6). Note! The weather at Cotopaxi can be very volatile. Our hike occurred amid high winds, rain, snow, and hail. You can still do it, but make sure you are prepared, with the correct waterproof materials! If you are able to coordinate your tour for a day with good weather, even better, but know that it can be rather unpredictable! Our team had a memorable adventure with the elements.
This is a hike!
Christine T,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Spectacular scenery and breathtaking views, however the breathtaking is quite literal as you hike at altitude to Cotopaxi’s base camp at some 16,000 feet. Even going slowly, I couldn’t make it, maybe because I am 70 and not in the best shape. Be advised that this is a challenge even for the fit. I wish the description of “full day” included the fact that this was a hike.
Amazing experience to cotopaxi
425darreny,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Experience to cotopaxi was amazing with Irene as our tour guide and Andre’s as our driver. I recommend 10/10!!!!
Great!
C1397WAjoeyf,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We really enjoyed the Cotopaxi tour. Irene was a fantastic guide with great knowledge and enthusiasm. Andres provided a safe and comfortable ride. Top experience
Cotopaxi Tour
Tony A,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fantastic tour! Felt like everything was done at a good pace and the views of Cotopaxi and the surrounding landscape is insanely beautiful. Had Irene as our guide and she was amazing! Her vibes and energy created a really enjoyable atmosphere.
A fun trip!
Shakir S,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00
The drive up and the hike was fantastic. I found that the rest stops in the morning were excessively long and had they been a bit shorter we would have had more time at the Volcano. The guide and driver had high energy and were a pleasure to engage with.
Nevada in Cotopaxi
elianaguavita,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a wonderful experience, the guide Veronica always pending the driver Jhonatan very pending the way, indicated the recommendations with which I could carry everything necessary.