Quito: Cotopaxi Volcano Hike and Bike Tour with Guide
ID: GYG1041301-1701206
Category:
Country: Ecuador
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Hike to the José Rivas Refuge and bike down to Limpiopungo Lagoon on this guided tour from Quito. Explore Cotopaxi National Park and admire the Valley of the Nine Volcanoes.
Begin your adventure with a pickup from Quito and head south along the Pan-American Highway. Enter the Valley of the Nine Volcanoes, where, on a clear day, you can admire the area's majestic volcanoes and sacred peaks: Pasochoa, Rumiñahui, Sincholagua, Cotopaxi, the Ilinizas, Corazón, La Viudita, Ninahuilca, and Atacazo.
Upon arriving at Cotopaxi National Park, approach the northern face of the volcano. Cross a volcanic valley at 3,800 meters above sea level before ascending to the Cotopaxi Volcano’s slopes, where you reach the refuge parking lot (4,500 masl).
Start your hike to the José Rivas Refuge at 4,864 masl (approximately 2 hours up and back). After the hike, begin an exhilarating bike descent to Limpiopungo Lagoon in the volcanic valley.
Enjoy the convenience of 4x4 transportation, a knowledgeable guide, and entrance to Cotopaxi National Park. Ride a real MTB bike equipped with hydraulic disc brakes and Rock Shox suspension, with helmets provided for your safety.
Highlights
- Feel the thrill of a bike descent to Limpiopungo Lagoon in a volcanic valley
- Hike to the José Rivas Refuge at 4,864 meters above sea level
- Explore Cotopaxi National Park and the Volcanic Valley
- Enjoy a guided tour with 4x4 transportation and all necessary equipment
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Pick up from two meeting points in Quito: Plaza Foch at 6am and Plaza de San Blas at 6:15am
The hike to the José Rivas Refuge is approximately 2 hours up and back.
Bicycles are equipped with hydraulic disc brakes and Rock Shox suspension.
INCLUDED
- 4x4 transportation
- Certified tour guide
- Entrance to Cotopaxi National Park
- Helmet
- Real MTB bike (hydraulic disc brakes, RockShox suspension)
NOT INCLUDED
- Breakfast ($5-$10)
- Lunch ($7-$15)
- Tips/gratuities
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
