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

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

4.90

1,360 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1268

Know your limits
markhN7420CD,,Feb 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The hike is no joke, and the altitude is no joke. I used cocoa leaves, which helped. I have bad knees, so I didn’t make it to the high camp. Bi was afraid of the climb down, and the hike up was hard as well. That meant waiting 90 minutes for the rest of the group to finish. It is still worth the drive. If you are in good shape, this is a great way to visit Cotopaxi, and Cotopaxi is a Quito bucket list.
Awesome
Daniel H,,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
We got lucky and the clouds cleared approaching the base. This was the highlight of my trip to Ecuador.
There is a breakfast stop...
john c,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00
There is a breakfast stop just 40 minutes or so after pick up and a "tea stop" plus very late 3 pm lunch stop. I would have rathered more time in the mountain, aand to allow people more time to catch their breathe. The lagoon was not much to see, however we saw some wild horses, wild deer and a wolf. Unfortunately it snowed/rained at the top. If it was clear, it would have been more enjoyable. Tour guide was very polite. .
Highly recommended! Great way to see Cotopaxi
Zach P,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Very informative and fun definitely pack warm clothes. The guides know alot and we're able to answer any questions we had.
Great day with a great guide
Francois C,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had a great day and were fortunate with the weather as well since we were there during the rainy season. Out guide Irene had lots of energy, was very knowledgeable and made the experience an excellent one.
This experience was truly...
Valeria B,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
This experience was truly magnificent. A must. Cotopaxi was incredible and so was out tour guide Daniela, full of energy, very kind, knowledgable!!!
An excellent experience, I recommend!
sar0909,,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Irene was super interesting, dynamic and friendly. The tour was well organized, we could take beautiful photos of Cotopaxi when the mountain cleared. The guide helped us find a transportation from Cotopaxi to our hotel. We had left our backpacks in the car during the climb of Cotopaxi and it was safe with the driver who stayed in the parking lot. I highly recommend.
Amazing Walk on the Cotopaxi Volcano
gabrielcafe,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing tour of the Cotopaxi Volcano with the guide Irene! Very professional, attentive and passionate about what she does. Clear explanations, careful with the group and optimum energy throughout the track. I highly recommend!
Amazing experience super trip!
Grace F,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Irena, our guide, was fantastic. He shared interesting facts with us and made sure we all felt comfortable. Although the weather did not accompany us, the trip was wonderful and pleasant. Thank you to Irena, who with her experience and heart assured us of a wonderful day. Thank you for a wonderful time.
Fantastic
Luke A,,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
The itinerary of the tour was perfect, make some early stop to pick up any supplies you missed / have breakfast, then visit lake and climb to the refuge, followed by lunch in a nearby restaurant. The hike was very do-able even those less physically active, it is a simple short albeit steep hike that you are given plenty of time to do. The hot chocolate at the top was a nice reward! This was a well organized trip by the company, and their tour guide Jessica was wonderful, she hiked with the group to give encouragement up and down the mountain, as well as was very informative on all aspects of what we saw. She was very kind and considerate and regularly checking in with people to make sure they are ok. Carlos the driver was a good safe driver and he made the journey very comfortable. I can recommend this company and tour, it is good value and you'll have a great time!

From US$59.00