Cotopaxi Glacier Full day Hiking
ID: GYG1242449-1904613
Category:
Country: Ecuador
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
Join a full-day tour from Quito to the Cotopaxi Volcano. Hike to the glaciers, visit the José Rivas Refuge and Limpiopungo Lagoon, and enjoy a scenic drive through the Avenue of the Volcanoes.
Begin your day with a morning pickup from your hotel in Quito and set off on a journey through the Avenue of the Volcanoes. Admire the stunning Andean landscapes as you make your way to Cotopaxi National Park.
Upon arrival, start your ascent to the Cotopaxi glaciers, reaching an altitude of 5,000 meters above sea level. Enjoy a challenging yet rewarding hike, taking in breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, including Ilinizas, Rumiñahui, and El Corazón.
Continue your adventure with a visit to the Limpiopungo Lagoon and the José Rivas Refuge. Along the way, keep an eye out for local wildlife, such as condors, Andean foxes, deer, Andean gulls, and hummingbirds.
After a day of exploration, relax and enjoy a delicious lunch before heading back to Quito in the afternoon.
Highlights
- Hike to the Cotopaxi Volcano glaciers on a full-day tour from Quito
- Visit the José Rivas Refuge and the Limpiopungo Lagoon
- Enjoy a scenic drive through the Avenue of the Volcanoes
- See the Ilinizas, Rumiñahui, and El Corazón mountains
- Spot wildlife like condors, Andean foxes, and deer
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour involves a prolonged ascent and requires a good level of physical fitness.
Weather conditions can change rapidly, so dress in layers.
Altitude sickness can affect some individuals.
INCLUDED
- Transportation from Quito
- Lunch
- Safety helmet
- Specialized guide
- Mountain Tour Guide
NOT INCLUDED
- Breakfast
- Personal expenses
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.
