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Hiking Day-Trip to Quilotoa Lagoon from Quito

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Quilotoa loop tour takes you for a full-day trip to hike in Quilotao Lagoon and its surrounding areas. Visit Saquisilí, Zumbahua and Tigua Villages. Drive through the unforgettable mountain villages settled on the Avenue of the Volcanoes. Get close to the local community and farmers in the surrounding areas and experience enriching encounters with local culture. Join a group of fellow travellers and discover the beauty on the Andean landscape.
  • Lunch
  • Transportation from Quito to Quilotoa and back (hotels within the urban perimeter ONLY)
  • Guided Hike in Quilotoa Lagoon and visit to a local market (market place depends on day of the week)
  • Bilingual Guide
  • Entry fee to Quilotoa Lagoon USD $2 per person
  • Items/ activities not mentioned on the itinerary
  • Breakfast or other meals aside form Lunch
  • Gratuities
Departure Point

Mariscal Foch E4-215, Quito 170143, Ecuador

  • Avenida De Los Volcanes, Riobamba, Ecuador
    Early in the morning, the trip starts by driving 89 km south from Quito through the Panamericana Hwy. aka “The Avenue of the Volcanoes”. The first stop will be Latacunga City at Cotopaxi Province. From this point, head west for a 1-hour drive through the unforgettable Andean scenery towards the village of Quilotoa. Visit a local town and get in contact with the Andean culture (either Saquisilí or Pujilí). Get the chance to mix with the rich Andean culture of the local community that inhabits the surrounding area by visiting either Saquisil, Pujili or Zimbahua Indian markets (depends on the day).
  • Laguna Quilotoa, Ecuador
    The lovely town of Zimbahua comes right before we start hiking down towards the turquoise colored Quilotoa Lagoon. Trek around this natural wonder of water holding strong minerals, formed by the collapsed volcanic caldera. From the rim hike down towards the banks of the lagoon and then climb back up. Have lunch at a local restaurant and then stop at the small town Tigua famous for the Tigua art. In the late afternoon, head back to Quito. The weather in the area of the Quilotoa Lagoon is unpredictable so please bring warm and waterproof clothing. Quilotoa is located at 3,800 masl and the temperatures usually hovers around the 12°so we recommend acclimatizing at least one day prior to this trip. Please don’t make this excursion you first right after arriving Ecuador. The hike is easy and you need no climbing expertise, however, we do recommend to climb back up from the lagoon on a mule or horse (cost not included in the price of the tour). Swimming in the lagoon is not recommended.
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • What to bring: Warm clothes, eaterproof jacket, gloves, sunscreen, hat, hiking shoes, extra pair of socks, extra pants
  • Clothing Suggestions: Comfortable and warm clothes (appropriate for location). Comfortable hiking shoes, walking stick
  • Note: The tour is not private. Travelers will share services with a group. Maximum people per tour is 12
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
thebido
03 Sep 2018
Loved the stops along the way--the market and the visit with the traditional family. The trail down to the Lagoon was very difficult--deep sand, hot, very windy. I wish that we had been told about the actual Quilotoa loop, which was a trail at the top of the lagoon. It was hard dirt and offered the same great views. the ride there was beautiful. The guide was helpful and knowledgeable.
This tour in Quito is organized by Nature Galapagos & Ecuador

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