Private Tour Cotopaxi National Park, hike to 4800 meters
Embark on an exclusive private adventure to the majestic Cotopaxi National Park. This isn't just a tour; it's a tailor-made experience where your expert guide and itinerary adapt to your interests, prioritizing your discovery and comfort.
Enjoy an unforgettable ascent and hike to the José Rivas Refuge at 4,800 meters (15,748 ft), marvel at the iconic Limpiopungo Lagoon, and immerse yourself in breathtaking Andean landscapes. Your expert bilingual guide will accompany you on this full-day journey, including a mountain lunch and seamless private transport from Quito. Get ready for an authentic immersion into the grandeur of the world's highest active volcano!
Please note: For groups of up to 4 travelers, an expert Driver-Guide will accompany you, serving as both your driver and guide. For groups of 5 or more, a dedicated driver and a separate professional guide will be provided to enhance your experience.
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cotopaxi tour 1
Duration: 9 hours
Cotopaxi National Park
all terrain vehicle
Pickup included
What's included in Private Tour Cotopaxi National Park, hike to 4800 meters
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
MachachiPass-by Only
Delight in the scenic drive through the famous "Avenue of Volcanoes," learning about the local geography, ancestral cosmovision, and the rich Andean culture from your guide.
Cotopaxi National Park
On this tour we will visit one of the most beautiful national parks in the country and appreciate the beauty of one of the highest active volcanoes in the world
Laguna de Limpiopungo
Your first major stop for a tranquil walk around this beautiful lagoon, home to diverse Andean birds, with spectacular views of Rumiñahui and Cotopaxi volcanoes
Inclusions
- Cotopaxi National Park.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from/to centrally located hotels in Quito
- Bottle of purified water
- Professional bilingual Guide
- Entrance fees. At the moment there is no entrance fee for the Cotopaxi National Park, but could be subject to change without prior notice.
- Food and drinks
- Tips
- Hotel pick-off and drop-off outside of the city. The extra cost can range from $30 till $70 depending on the number of passengers and location
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Recommended minimum age is 12 years
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions because of the high altitude we will reach during the tour
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Operates in all weather conditions, weather may vary please dress appropriately
- At the time of booking, please inform the name of your hotel, or the name of the hotel near your location
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 10 minutes before departure time.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
• Dress code is smart casual, we recommend you to take sunblock, sunglasses, a hat, a rain jacket and warm clothes with you • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel • Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions • Itinerary is subject to change without prior notice • It is important that you have current travel insurance including personal medical insurance. Please inform us of any known medical conditions you have. From the 22th of July it will be a requirement to have medical insurance to enter Ecuador. Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
