Cotopaxi National Park Hiking & Biking Tour
Overview
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9 hours
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Enjoy a great day hiking & biking in Cotopaxi National Park. The 45-min walk is challenging but so rewarding, you will have breathtaking views on the park and the volcano! As for the mountain biking activity, be ready to experience o lot of adventure and fun when biking down the volcano and to the Lake Limpiopungo.
This tour is the perfect opportunity to enjoy the otherworldly landscapes of the park and spot amazing wildlife (Andean condors, wild horses, llamas, deers, etc.).
Additional Info
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Tour operator reserves the right to change the itinerary without previous notice due to National Park regulations or notifications and unforeseeable circumstances
Important: For the use of bicycles, you will be kindly asked to sign a document that you accept responsibility of the good use of the bicycle and you will be asked to let an identity document that will be given back after the tour. Thank you for your comprehension.
Necessary equipment: Warm clothing (including a change of clothes). Gloves, Scarf, Hat. Sunglasses. Water. Hiking shoes/boots. Camera. Snacks. Sun cream. Cotton pants, Waterproof jacket
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Cotopaxi National Park
07:15 - Pick up at Plaza Foch (Juan Leon Mera and Mariscal Foch) 07:30 - Pick up at Plaza San Blas (Caldas E1-83 y Pichincha) 08:00 - Transfer to Cotopaxi National Park 09:45 - Arrival at the parking lot at 4,600 m (15,092 ft) and start of the hike 11:00 - Arrival at the refuge at 4,800 m (15,750 ft). Hot drinks optional (not included) 13:00 - Start of downhill mountain-biking activity from the parking lot 14:00 - Arrival at Limpiopungo Lake viewpoint 15:00 - Lunch at Chaupi community 18:00 - Arrival at Quito
What‘s Included
Lunch
Professional and bilingual guide
Transportation from/to Quito's meeting point
Bike (optional)
Gratuities
Breakfast
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Cotopaxi National Park Hiking & Biking Tour
Reviews
56 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The website description...
John H,,Jun 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00The website description and the ticket confirmation gave different tour start times. Try to resolve any such discrepancies. Don't rely on a taxi driver to know where the meet point is located. Find out from tour hosts EXACTLY where the meeting point is, and a description of vehicle, etc. (latitude/longitude coordinates, or intersection of two streets, or specific location in a parking lot...) Don't expect the tour guides to find you -- you find them! They may be unwilling to look for anyone that doesn't jump into their vehicle. If possible get tour guide's phone number for use with Whatsapp, and, if possible, check that your phone will work in the area of the tour.
We'll be back!
Vanessa C,,Feb 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great team! A super lot of background information was given and a lot of attention was paid to the health of all participants. I can highly recommend this track! 😊
Great trip
L8233ZVkenc,,Jan 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great trip, the guides were very professional and knowledgeable. They allowed everyone to go at their own pace. Very one on the trip enjoyed the experience.
Great to have a quick look at the Cotopaxi
KD2613,,Dec 9, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Easy trip up to the Cotopaxi base camp, and back down with the mountain bike. The ride can be quite long if you are the first pick-up point. As the bus drives by Papallacta on the way back, you can combine it with an overnight stay at the Papallacta hot springs.
Wonderful experience
Navigator27650602254,,Sep 18, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Traveling solo and had an amazing experience. We had a pretty big group but the tour guide managed to satisfy everyone. Met some nice people who where also traveling solo and heard some inspiring stories. Really interesting stories from the guide about the environment and even some nice fun facts. Would definetily recommend this daytrip!!
Great experience!
Christy1937,,Jun 30, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such a great time on our day trip! The guide was informative and friendly. He was also quite supportive of the guests who could not make the complete hike. We did not feel rushed once we got to the top and enjoyed the lunch on the way back. I would recommend this trip and would be happy to take another with them!
Wonderful adventure up the Cotopaxi Volcano!
Casey S,,Oct 28, 2023
- Review from Viator
4.00The patience of our tour guide Estui, and mentally preparing us for what was to come. On the hike of the volcano it was pretty intense but an incredible adventure. My wife and I are in our 60s and had an incredibly great time. Thank you to our tour guide and our driver, Alex who took good care of us.
Frustrating logistics & guide attitude; fun activities but advise doing with another company
Lauren P,,Oct 21, 2023
- Review from Viator
3.00Our tour began on a chaotic note as we were waiting at the meetup spot 5-10 minutes before the tour bus was supposed to be there, but we did not see the bus go by ever. I tried texting and calling the company and could not get a hold of anyone for 35 minutes. I spent 10+ minutes on the phone with Viator trying to figure this out, accruing international calling fees. Eventually, the tour guide responded and said we needed to take a taxi 10 minutes away to the next spot as the bus would not come back for us. There were no apologies from the guide or driver for the fact that they had not tried to find us even when we were waiting at the correct spot. Not only did they make no efforts to contact me, I also was unable to contact them. Fast-forward and I was happy just to be on the bus. But things got strange quickly as the guide insisted on discouraging everyone from riding the bikes that we paid for in this tour. He kept saying it was "dangerous" even though the bike ride, ultimately, was very simple. There also were not enough bikes for the number of people. The only thing that was dangerous was the lack of bike maintenance - my bike's brakes were scarily unresponsive - and the use of skateboarding helmets in place of bike helmets, which do not offer nearly the same protection. The hike was nice and bike ride was fun, but I would advise doing with another company that will actually care about communication and safety.
Great experience in Cotopaxi
Sebastián C,,Jul 24, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a great experience. We felt very well taken care of by the whole team and were always very attentive to us. Local lunch was 10/10.
Cotopaxi hike/bike tour
w84btspbbj,,Mar 25, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Great trip. Just the right amount of adventure. Cotopaxi hike/bike tour was a highlight of our Ecuador trip. Stuie was an amazing tour guide. Highly recommend!
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