Private Tour

Cotopaxi volcano horseback ride and hike Private tour

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

8 hours

Mobile ticket

This exclusive experience will introduce you to the Andes Mountain Range landscape and wildlife.

Your profesional tour guide will pick you up at your hotel or airbnb to start the tour and go to Cotopaxi.

The 90 minutes drive from Quito to Cotopaxi is full of beautifull mountains and cosy small villages.

Arriving to Cotopaxi the local guide will be waiting with helmets, ponchos and horses. Then you will ride a horse for 2-3 hours around the grassland and the beautifull volcano.

In the way back we will enjoy a lunchbox and then continue to the Limpiopungo lagoon.

The lagoon is located in a flat highland where you will hike for 1 hour around it. That is an amazing place to see the local plants, flowers and birds.

At the end you will come back to Quito or stop in a local restaurant to have a lunch.

Dropoff at your hotel

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

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 Volcano

Ride a horse in the second higuest volcano in Ecuador. The 2-3 hours ride will allow you to visit some of the most beautifull grasslands and hills where natural springs down from the volcano go the Andean valley. The landscape is breathtaking.

2 hours • Admission Included

Cotopaxi National Park

The beautifull National Park is the house of many wild animals like horses, deers and birds. During the time you will admire the high mountains and also watch the amazing wildlife.

1 hour • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Private transportation

2 hours horseback ride

Profesional Tour guide

Bottle of water

Cotopaxi National Park entrance fee

Tips

Breakfast

Lunch

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Options

Pickup from airport hotels

Pickup included

Pickup from Quito hotels

Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

12 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great way to enjoy the Cotopaxi
D1414IKlindad,,Sep 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guide, Christian, was knowledgeable and fun. Horseback riding was a great way to see Cotopaxi since the high elevation makes hiking difficult. The horses were sure-footed and Patrik outfitted us with ponchos and chaps to keep us warm. Be sure to bring a hat and gloves. We bought them from a vendor next to the horses and we really needed them. We saw lots of birds on the lagoon walk.
We had an amazing time at...
Mark R,,Jun 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had an amazing time at Cotopaxi National Park with our guide, Christian. He was on time, friendly, and very informative, sharing so much about the park’s history, geology, and wildlife. The highlight of our day was also the horseback riding experience, guided by Raul, who was incredibly patient and attentive throughout. His calm and supportive nature made the ride enjoyable, even for beginners. Both Christian and Raul made our visit unforgettable—highly recommended!
Great combo of hiking and horseback riding.
Marc B,,Jun 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was a fantastic excursion. The lagoon was a beautiful 2 mile hike at a nice easy pace. The horseback ride was fantastic! The actual time on the horse was a full two hours and the scenery was spectacular. They provided warm chaps and a warm poncho, so I was very comfortable. My guide was very knowledgeable and his English was perfect. On the way home we stopped at a great local little restaurant for a late lunch.
This was a lovely ride...
John F,,May 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was a lovely ride and walk! However, be aware that it is at a high altitude. If you aren't used to it don't try this your first day in Quito.
Great tour exploring cotipaxi national park
lianne74,,Apr 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guide Christian was amazing, very passionate about the tour and all the wildlife we saw. We learnt a lot about the country and the area we were visiting. We had a lovely lunch recommend by Christian. All in all a fantastic day, throughly recommend
Highly Recommended
robertyO3178VL,,Mar 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Highly recommend their private tours to get the best experiences, as the horse guide will adapt to your riding experience and needs. My main guide Christian was knowledgeable and I learned/saw so much.
Once in a lifetime experience
Marc B,,Jun 8, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Excellent professional service. our guide was very personable, respectful, polite, and always on time.
Great way to see Cotopaxi National Park
Pamela T,,May 7, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
This fabulous day combined a gentle, mostly flat walk around Lake Limpiapungo nestled under 3 volcanos with spectacular wild flowers, birds and views. This was followed by a 2 hour horseback ride, again with stunning scenery. Daniel was knowledgeable and friendly with excellent English. Highly recommended way to spend a day in Cotopaxi National Park.
Full day visiting the countryside
Lamparski,,Apr 28, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My guide, Christian, made the trip very enjoyable. The drive to Cotopaxi Volcano was long and unusual traffic due to an accident made it even longer. Christian kept me entertained with facts and stories about the area. When we arrived at the horses, Christian introduced me to the wrangler, Carlos, who knew little English and I knew even less Spanish. But Christian made sure we had the basics down. My horse was well mannered, compact with a smooth gait. We saw beautiful sights. The weather was cool and a light mist fell. I was provided with a helmet and poncho. After the ride Christian took me to what I would describe as a bird sanctuary. He was able to point out the different birds. After we headed back to Quito. It was a full and enjoyable day.
Horseback ride in Cotopaxi
gloriagI3745SQ,,Jan 30, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a beautiful day in Cotopaxi. My guide Christian, had so much information about Ecuador in general and all the volcanoes including Cotopaxi. The horses were well cared for and responded well. The terrain and views are absolutely beautiful!