• Quito: Quilotoa Loop 4-Day Trekking Tour with Guide Without hostel bookings
  • Quito: Quilotoa Loop 4-Day Trekking Tour with Guide Without hostel bookings
  • Quito: Quilotoa Loop 4-Day Trekking Tour with Guide Without hostel bookings
  • Quito: Quilotoa Loop 4-Day Trekking Tour with Guide Without hostel bookings
  • Quito: Quilotoa Loop 4-Day Trekking Tour with Guide Without hostel bookings
  • Quito: Quilotoa Loop 4-Day Trekking Tour with Guide Without hostel bookings
  • Quito: Quilotoa Loop 4-Day Trekking Tour with Guide Without hostel bookings
  • Quito: Quilotoa Loop 4-Day Trekking Tour with Guide Without hostel bookings

Quito: Quilotoa Loop 4-Day Trekking Tour with Guide Without hostel bookings

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Country: Ecuador

Duration: 4 days


Description

Embark on a 4-day trekking adventure through the Quilotoa Loop. Explore diverse landscapes, enjoy local insights, and visit the stunning Quilotoa Lagoon.
Embark on a 4-day trekking adventure along the Quilotoa Loop, Ecuador’s premier multi-day trekking route. Traverse diverse climatic zones and landscapes, culminating at the stunning turquoise Quilotoa Lagoon.

Day 1: Begin your journey with a pickup from Quito and head south on the Pan-American Highway. Stop for coca tea and a view of the Grand Canyon of the Toachi River. Depending on your acclimatization, either enjoy a short hike to a waterfall or relax with scenic stops before reaching Sigchos City for your overnight stay.

Day 2: Trek from Sigchos to Chugchilán, crossing the "Toachi River" GreatCanyon. Choose between a longer trail alongside the river or a shorter route along the mountain range. Spend the night in Chugchilán.

Day 3: Hike from Chugchilán to Quilotoa, exploring the northern slopes of the Quilotoa Volcano. Discover the historic communities thriving in the Western paramos of the Andean Cordillera. Stay overnight in Quilotoa.

Day 4: Trek to the Quilotoa Lagoon, descending to the Lagoon Dock at 3,500 meters above sea level. Enjoy optional activities like kayaking or motorboating on the lagoon. After lunch, return to Quito.

Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in the stunning landscapes of the Quilotoa Loop
  • Trek through diverse climatic zones and breathtaking landscapes
  • Enjoy the company of local guides who share insights into the area
  • Savor a refreshing drink or box lunch at the end of each day's trek
  • Explore the turquoise Quilotoa Lagoon and its surrounding trails

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The trek involves high altitudes ranging from 2,500 to 3,850 meters.
The trek is physically demanding
Weather conditions can vary, so appropriate clothing is necessary.
Optional activities like kayaking (1 hour) or motorboat rides are available for an additional fee.
INCLUDED
  • Local guide
  • 4x4 vehicle support
  • Water refill
  • Contribution Quilotoa Community
  • Accommodation 3 nights: Sigchos, Chugchilán, and Quilotoa. Bed and breakfast
  • Kayak 30 minutes
NOT INCLUDED
  • Personal expenses
  • Meals
  • Travel insurance
  • Optional activities fees
  • Tips (5-10%)

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.