Cotopaxi National Park Day Trip from Quito - Book online at Civitatis.com

Name: Cotopaxi National Park Day Trip
Brand: Civitatis
Price: 55.00 USD
Rating: 8.2 (11 reviews)

Like all outdoor activities, it's very weather-dependent. It was a bit cloudy when we reached the summit, but in return,...

Rafael Luis

Ready to discover one of the most famous volcanoes in South America? On this day trip from Quito, you'll explore the Cotopaxi National Park, visit the Lagoon of Limpiopungo, discover local villages, and enjoy unforgettable volcanic landscapes.

Details

Duration

5 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.

Included

Hotel pickup & drop–off
Transport by minibus or bus
English–speaking guide
Admission to Cotopaxi National Park

Not included

Food
Coca tea: 2USD

When to book

You can book up to 12 hours in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Reviews of our customers

8.2

Excellent 92 Travelers·11 reviews

July 28, 2026
Rafael Luis
Tallinn, Estonia
Like all outdoor activities, it's very weather-dependent. It was a bit cloudy when we reached the summit, but in return, we were able to see many Ande...
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October 8, 2026
Maria Fernanda
Guatemala, Guatemala
Steven was very kind and the tour went very well.
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October 8, 2026
Carolina Jáuregui Hernández
Mexico
Excellent tour! Our guide Steven was super attentive, friendly, and patient! 100% recommended!
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September 16, 2026
Giulia Ferri
Tenerife, Spain
Our guide, Steve, was very friendly and knowledgeable in explaining everything. A tour well worth doing. The only thing is, you need to dress warmly!
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August 10, 2026
Eduardo Cardoso Coutinho
Santana Do Parnaiba, Brazil
Guide Steven was very helpful with everything. Excellent!
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August 5, 2026
Marcilon Leao
Florianópolis, Brazil
Our guide was very helpful and kind. I didn't rate it as excellent because the tour itself didn't seem very interesting to me.
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August 3, 2026
Paulo César
Viçosa, Brazil
It was great, the guide was very nice. The place is incredible, perfect view of the volcano.
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May 24, 2026
José M Colon Santiago
Dominican Republic
Excellent, learning a lot from our guide Steven
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Day Trip Details

At the designated time, we'll pick you up at your hotel in Quito and set off to the Cotopaxi National Park, approximately 1.5 hours away from the capital.

Along the way, we'll stop at a cosy café located 9,842 ft (3,000 m) above sea level. Here, you can get used to the altitude with a cup of coca tea and meet the members of a local village.

After this stop, we'll continue toward the Caspi entrance, where you'll see the tour we'll enjoy inside the park with a map. As we continue on the road, you'll enjoy the views of the Andes. If you're lucky, we'll spot deer, wild horses, and native birds.

We'll make a short stop at a crafts and alpaca observation center, standing 11,482 ft (3,500 m) tall. Then, we'll travel to the foothills of the Cotopaxi volcano to take pictures of the Limpiopungo Valley and two surrounding volcanoes: Rumiñahui and Sincholagua.

Our trip will continue toward the Laguna of Limpiopungo, located at an altitude of 12,795 ft (3,900 m). Here, we'll embark on a hike of 30 minutes to 1 hour surrounded by impressive landscapes and local fauna, with the possibility of choosing between three different routes adapted to the group.

Finally, we'll start our journey back to Quito. Along the way, we'll stop at the town of Santa Rita so you can have lunch at a restaurant. Afterward, we'll drop you off at your hotel after a total of 5 to 7 hours.

Hotel Pickup

This tour includes pickup only at hotels located in the historic center of Quito and the area of Parque La Carolina. If you're staying outside of these areas, we'll contact you after booking to establish an alternative meeting point.

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Day Trip Details

At the designated time, we'll pick you up at your hotel in Quito and set off to the Cotopaxi National Park, approximately 1.5 hours away from the capital.

Cotopaxi National Park Day Trip