Cotopaxi National Park

If you are looking for an adventure in Ecuadorian Andes and combining the beauty of the Andean landscape, the Cotopaxi tour is just the right option. This active volcano is located in the heart of Ecuador, Cotopaxi is one of the most famous active volcanoes, its an altitude of 5897 meters ( 19.347 ft). it offers breathtaking views and the unique flora and fauna of the Andean Paramo. Here, we explain everything you need to know about planning and embarking on a Cotopaxi tour. Since, How to prepare for the trip, and what to expect, when you arrive, you can find everything!

Laguna de Limpiopungo

This is the best location to make a hike in the national park Cotopaxi, we have the option to walk the loop of limpiopungo lagoon or a little walk too. The landscape is lovely with a great view of the Cotopaxi volcano, Rumiñahui volcano and Sincholagua volcano

Laguna Quilotoa

The Quilotoa Volcano is located west of the Cotopaxi National Park, within the Ilinizas Ecological Reserve in the Cotopaxi Province, 170 km southwest of Quito. The origin of the Quilotoa lagoon is a volcanic 6 km diameter that forms a caldera 2.9 km in diameter and 640 m deep whereas an alkaline lagoon lies that measures 3.6 km in diameter and has a depth of 240 m. The most spectacular thing is to be able to observe the emerald green Quilotoa lagoon and in seasons of turquoise color. Here we have the option to walk to the bottom which is approximately 30 minutes, and walk up to the rim of the caldera in 1 hour, or just walk in the rim, After of that, we drive to Baños de Agua Santa.

Banos

Baños de Agua Santa, situated at the foothills of the Tungurahua volcano at 1820 m (5,971 ft). Baños, is only three hours away from Quito. Considered the gateway to the Ecuadorian Amazon. Therefore, Baños – Puyo highway is connecting the Andean region with the Amazon jungle. Moreover, it connects with cities like Tena and Puyo. The weather in Baños de Agua Santa is very pleasant, temperatures range from 24º C (75.2ºF). This makes it an authentic paradise to visit. In addition, it has several hot springs that are rich in curative properties. Also, it’s well known as the adventure capital of Ecuador due to the great variety of extreme sports activities offered. For instance: trekking, canyoning, biking, rafting, bungee jumping, etc. The city of Baños de Agua Santa offers a paradisiacal landscape thanks to its location surrounded by mountains and crystalline waterfalls. However, the real protagonist is the Tungurahua volcano.

La Casa del Arbol

Here is the swing at the end of the world. The site offers several activities such as: walking, photography and food. Similarly, you can enjoy an incredible view of the entire city. Additionally, you should know that we will meet on the slopes of the Tungurahua volcano. For this reason, this adventure will become unmatched

Cascada el Manto de la Novia

this is one of the best waterfalls on the way to Puyo city, the color is white, here we will take a cable car to the other side of the Pastaza River to walk along the riverside.

Cascada El Pailon

While we cross the tunnels that connect Baños de Agua Santa with the Puyo. We headed towards the Río Verde parish. We will visit the famous waterfall “Pailón del Diablo”. And they are located 18 kilometers from the city of Baños de Agua Santa. Perhaps, from the suspension bridge you can appreciate the figure of the devil among the rocks. Then, the site is known as "Pailón del Diablo". We will walk for 20 minutes until we reach the "Crack of Heaven". It is a formation of natural origin through which you must lean in order to pass. Going down some rock steps you will come to a second viewpoint. Where you can enjoy the waterfalls up close. So, we recommend you bring your waterproof coat if you don't want to get wet. Here you can also enjoy its exuberant vegetation.