Cotopaxi Guided Tour with transportation from Quito to Baños

Maximize your route with transportation from Quito to Baños on a guided tour of Cotopaxi National Park; explore the second highest active volcano in the world, hike to the José Rivas Refuge 4,864 meters (15,958 feet) and discover the Andean biodiversity on an efficient tour that combines the Andes with the relaxation of Baños de Agua Santa.

1. 1

   Quito

   30 min

   7:30 AM - 8:00 AM : Departure from the city of Quito by carpool. (Collected from more than 50 hotels in the tourist area of Quito).

2. 2

   Cotopaxi National Park

   6 hours

   This expedition begins with pick-up in Quito to head to Cotopaxi National Park, where we will explore the Interpretation Center and the Laguna de Limpiopungo while learning about Andean biodiversity. Afterwards, we will ascend by vehicle to the parking lot to start a hike of about an hour to the emblematic José Rivas Refuge (4,800 meters above sea level) and even, if the weather permits, reach the glaciers of the volcano. After the descent and a well-deserved lunch, we will continue our journey south to end the day with the transfer and arrival at your hotel in the city of Baños de Agua Santa

3. 3

   Laguna de Limpiopungo

   45 min

   Visit and tour of the lagoon of Limpiopungo. Located to the north-west of the Cotopaxi volcano, at 3800 meters. (12.467).

4. 4

   Cotopaxi Province

   1 hour

   Start of the walk to the José Rivas Refuge, the only refuge of the Cotopaxi, located at 4800 meters above sea level. (15,748 feet).

5. 5

   Stop 5

   1 hour

   In favorable weather conditions, you can continue the hike to the glaciers of the volcano.

6. 6

   Stop 6

   1 hour

   Lunch. From this hour, our private transport will be ready to start the tour to the city of Baños de Agua Santa.

7. 7

   Banos de Agua Santa

   1 hour

   Arrival at your hotel in the city of Baños.

• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.