Cotopaxi + Quilotoa: Andes Tour 2 days 1 night
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48 hours
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Our tour to Cotopaxi and Quilotoa is one of the most famous tours in Ecuador. Therefore, we confirm departures every Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday so you can book with us.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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 HIKE AND BIKE
Accommodations
Accommodation in Machachi several options. Hosteria Papagayo Sakiwa House. Native Country
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
Cotopaxi National Park
Trip to the Cotopaxi National Park, explanation of the Andes by our Certified guides. Entrance to the Cotopaxi National Park. Explanation about volcano / animals / plants / etc. We begin to climb to the Refuge "José Rivas" (4800 m.s.n.m.). Descent to the parking lot, followed by a brief information session on bicycles. Descent to Lake Limpiopungo by bicycle (Optional). Departure for Lunch. Transfer to the hotel.
QUILOTOA HIKE
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
Laguna Quilotoa
7:00 am. Breakfast. Between 8:15 am - 8:30 am. Pick up from the accommodation. Go to the Indian markets Saquisili / Pujili / Zimbahua (depends on the day). We will visit an indigenous hut. Photography in the Toachi Canyon. Arrival to Quilotoa, explanation of our certified guide. Entrance to the volcanic crater to reach the lagoon 45min 200m downhill walk. Time to practice Kayak (Price not included). Photos, rest. Return to the town of Quilotoa, 1 hour (you can rent a mule, if you don't want to walk). Lunch. Visit Tigua, an indigenous gallery, where you can buy paintings and handicrafts Return to Quito. End of Service.
What‘s Included
Accommodation 1 night after the Cotopaxi tour
Air-conditioned vehicle
Breakfast
Certified Guide
Kayaking in Quilotoa ($3.00 per person).
Dinner.
Snacks and drinks during the tours.
Laguna Quilotoa
Toachi Canyon Viewpoint ($1.00 per person)
Options
Tour Andes: Cotopaxi - Quilotoa
Andes Tour
Hosteria Papagayo, or similar
Duration: 2 days
Breakfast lunch
Reviews
23 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Incredible views
485jaimet,,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tour. A combination of the Cotopaxi Hike & Bike tour and the Quilotoa hike day trips. You will stay overnight in Machachi which is closer to these attractions and saves some travel time. The hikes are challenging. The biking in Cotopaxi is not that difficult and was a lot of fun after the difficult hike. Anthony was our guide the first day and Stui the second day and both were great.
Must Do: Quilotoa & Cotopaxi
Caro Liniii Austria,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.002 excellent days.... 1st day with our trip to Quilotoa with our guide "Stui" - estuardo and our really nice Driver (WE can't remember the Name) - but both of them, did make it a Special Trip... Timing was perfect - so we were lucky to visit Quilotoa with sunshine :) The Seconds day we were accompanied again by Antony and Alex - we already did 2 Daytours with them. No more words needed - it was a nice, though exthausting trip, with lovely people .... :) 100% recommandation for Ecosportours and their fabolous Guides and drivers :)
Amazing time
529romyv,,Sep 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a really great time doing these two tours. I went to Quilotoa with Joel and to Cotopaxi with Joel and Victor. I had some issues with the altitude and the guides were great in keeping an eye out for safety. Both places are absolutely stunnig! The tours are very laid-back, if you decide not to do the full trails it is completely fine to stop before the end, no one is pushing you to do it if you don't feel safe. The mountainbiking in Cotopaxi was definitely a highlight. Both times the groups I was in were very welcoming and the overall atmosphere in these tours were amazing! Would definitely recommend doing these tours, but make sure to be acclimatized to the altitude first.
A Must-Do in Ecuador
D5492EBvalentinal,,Aug 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Overall, I had an amazing experience and appreciate our amazing guides for everything they did to made sure we were prepared and had a great time. Everything throughout each day ran seamlessly. Cotopaxi and Quilotoa both require some hiking experience and proper hiking gear/footwear is definitely recommended! 10/10 would recommend this tour to anyone!
So much fun!! Great way to explore ecuador from quito.
M3553JWellah,,Aug 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00SO MUCH FUN!! An Ecuadorian adventure with well-knowledgeable and good humored guides. Hiked up to Cotopaxi base camp and a bit more unfortunately due to unexpected snowfall we didn’t make it to the glacier, but we mountain biked and had a fantastic stay at a local hotel. Only downside was if you hiked down to the lake at Quilotoa there wasn’t much time to kayak or sit around since the hike back up was pretty hard and long. Great weekend highly recommend!!
Excellent overview of Cotopaxi and Quilotoa
lyndonn2018,,Aug 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brilliant experience. Guides were helpful and friendly and spoke good English. The tour was also great value. Cotopaxi was incredible!
Excellent tour for an express visit to Ecuador
tatianafC8229BE,,Jun 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I spent 2 amazing days on this tour. It was very easy from the beginning thanks to the attention of Valeria who answered all my doubts by email. During the tour, guide Joel was extremely friendly and attentive to all the people in the group (about 10), and also knows a lot about the region and the local culture. We were also joined by 2 drivers, Ramiro on the 1st and Alex on the 2nd, also very much looking forward to everything.
Cotopaxi
981kariss,,Jun 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a great tour, lots of variety and great views. Alex and Joel were fantastic guides, learnt a lot from the tour and enjoyed every minute.
Cotopaxi/quilotoa tour
G4842QNcalebc,,Jun 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was one of the coolest guided trips I have ever been on. The views we stunning and the hike was awesome. Got some photos and memories that will stick with me for a lifetime
10/10 recommend!
rickyrD753EZ,,Jun 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide David was incredible! The views were unbelievable and the experience unforgettable. If you can handle intense physical activity, the Cotopaxi hike is something I highly recommend. Likewise, the view of the Quilotoa volcano was ethereal.
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