Top Things to do in Quilotoa
Things to do in Quilotoa, Cotopaxi Province: The Best Private Tours
Discover the best top things to do in Quilotoa, Ecuador including Cuenca to Quito Through the Andes 5-Day Tour , Ecuador Cheap Customized Tours, Private Quilotoa Enchanted Crater Lake, Quilotoa Lake Private Sightseeing Tour , Private Quilotoa Lagoon Tour from Quito, 4 Day Trekking and Horseback Riding Quilotoa, Cotopaxi and Isinlivi, 9-Days Exploring the Andes, 2 day 1 night tour to Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa Lagoon all included, Quilotoa Lagoon - Route Of The Waterfalls, House Of The Tree And Night Tours 2 D., Ecuador Volcano Avenue 5 days.
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1. Cuenca to Quito Through the Andes 5-Day Tour
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
A great alternative that lets you enjoy the stunning scenery of the Andes while getting to your destination. Inca ruins, Indigenous markets, Volcanoes, country hacienda life, volcanic craters and more. You can start this trip either in Quito or in Cuenca.
Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Licensed tour guide & private transport, 4 nights accommodation, All taxes, fees and handling charges
Exclusions: Gratuities, Travel insurance (Available to purchase), Train tickets $33 adults and $25 seniors 65+ or children 11-
Reviewed By julieb1954
Best trip to the airport EVER! My driver, Wilson, was not only an excellant, thoughtful driver, he is an experienced tour guide. He pointed out geographical features throughout the trip. I learned a great deal about beautiful Ecuador. Thank you!
2. Ecuador Cheap Customized Tours
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
Because being travelers, we know what is necessary to travel correctly, so Customized tours depending on travelers' preferences, let me know how much time you have and we can make it worth it! While you are here, spend some time in Ecuador! Here you have Quito is the perfect place to learn how the Spanish invasion changes everything about the prehispanic culture, mixing it into a creole style. Nice view of volcanoes and contrast with the modern Quito's city life. Some places/activities' availability may vary. Better to go during weekdays to avoid conglomeration. Keeping all biosafety standards, Covid free service. We take care of each other.
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Reviewed By Alexa Y
Daniel was a great guide and the drive from Quito was beautiful. The thermal springs and spa itself were amazing! I did the 45 min deep body massage and I highly recommend. If you go on a weekend, I would recommend leaving early, Daniela will work with you to figure out what time you want to leave and how long you want to stay, he is very flexible. If you're interested in Spa treatments, I would schedule them in advance or as soon as you arrive so that you can get the time slot you want. I waited a few hours and it started to get a little more crowded (not full but there were others there) and I hate to wait til the afternoon for my massage. Overall, it was a very relaxing day.
3. Private Quilotoa Enchanted Crater Lake
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5.0 based on 21 reviews
This full-day cultural tour begins with a visit to a local indigenous market at Saquilisilí or an historic church in Pujilí (Thursday/Sunday). The drive to Laguna Quilotoa displays a beautiful view of the Andean mountains, passing the ancient canyon of Zumbahua and many indigenous towns and farmlands. Before arriving at Quilotoa we will visit and incredible local gallery in Tigua, where we will have a short painting class to learn about the ancient techniques in this charming town. The tour includes a hike down into the Laguna Quilotoa, a sparkling emerald lake inside the inactive volcano crater. The return hike takes one hour, or there is the option of renting a mule for $12. We will arrive back to Quito in the early evening. We will arrive back to Quito in the early evening.
Inclusions: Transportation: Comfortable land transportation., Lunch, Trip Leader: Certified AJ expert English-speaking adventure trip leader, Fees and entrance to Quilotoa reserve, hike to the lake., Hiking sticks
Exclusions: Tips, Souvenirs, Optional rent of a horse/mule ($12) on the way back up from the lake
Reviewed By Clairekathryn
The views were incredible. I would totally recommend this trip! Great guides who made the group feel very safe, and went above and beyond to adhere to all Covid-19 protocols.
4. Quilotoa Lake Private Sightseeing Tour
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4.7 based on 3 reviews
On this private tour we will visit the Quilotoa Crater Lake, a water-filled caldera and the most western volcano in Ecuador. Besides visiting the lake's viewpoint and making the hike towards the lake, we can also observe one of the indigenous fruit & vegetable markets on the way depending on the day of travel, as they are held only on certain days.
Inclusions: Private tour, Hotel pickup and drop-off from/to centrally located hotels in Quito, Professional bilingual Guide, Bottle of purified water
Exclusions: Entrance fee and mule rent (currently there is no entrance fee for the Quilotoa lake), Food and drinks, Tips, Personal expenses, 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
Reviewed By lilsnack0421
David and his assistant (tour guide in training) were absoltuely amazing. Once we got to Mindo, they gave us the option to do whatever we'd like. We ended us doing more than just the Butterfly farm and Chocolate tour and they were very flexible and easy going. However, no entrance fees were included so I felt as if it was slightly overpriced. I don't regret anything, however. David told us all about his country on the way back and it was obvious he loved what he did.
5. Private Quilotoa Lagoon Tour from Quito
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3.5 based on 2 reviews
We will start early in the morning to get to the lagoon of Quilotoa, an old water-filled caldera of volcanic origin whose water is transparent just like glass .
Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private Tour
Exclusions: Entrance fees ($2 per person), Food and Drinks
Reviewed By SkiDocEdzell
Local guide with good English. Good factual information on main sites of interest. Had driver in private car, which, given the horrendous traffic gridlock and lack of parking in Quito old town, was essential! Felt rushed though, with request for coffee stop after 2 hours, dismissed.
6. 4 Day Trekking and Horseback Riding Quilotoa, Cotopaxi and Isinlivi
One of the hidden gems of Ecuador, the Quilotoa and Cotopaxi Volcanoes are the Highlights of the Andes. Quilotoa is a remote and isolated area located in the Western Andes Mountains. The surrounding area is renowned for its tiny traditional highland villages such as Chugchilan & Isinlivi and they are an important center for arts and crafts especially the town of Tigua, whose inhabitants produce colorful paintings of Andean life in sheepskin canvasses. On top of that, the landscapes from start to finish are simply breath-taking making this a must-see region of the country. Great trekking and horse-riding opportunities you will enjoy it.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, All activities, Certified English/Spanish speaking guide, Transport by private vehicle, Accommodation
Exclusions: Tips, Not described in the program
Reviewed By Bretekiel
We had a great day trip from Quito to Cotopaxi with our guide Daniel. He picked us up from our hotel on time at 8am and drove expertly to Cotopaxi taking a scenery road which allowed us to appreciate the geography of the inter-valley region. The drive took about 1.5 hours. His approach takes you around the volcanoes from all angles. Daniel was truly passionate about Ecuador and very knowledgeable about wildlife and vegetation of the region. He stopped plenty of times for awesome picture opportunities. We hiked from the parking lot (15K ft) to the refuge (16K ft) doing the zig-zag approach and experienced no issues with altitude sickness whatsoever (he stopped by a kiosko where we could buy coca candy and leaves if needed before entering the park). The weather was awful as we ascended, with small hail and dust from the strong winds, but he was patient and set the pace perfectly for us to successfully reach the refuge. We grabbed hot chocolate up in the refuge (2.5 per cup, bring change) and warmed up before going back down. On our way back to Quito, we stopped by an authentic local restaurant around 3pm where we had a soup, a pork dish, and an ice cream. Back to the hotel by 5pm promptly. This is a great experience for a Quito escapade which you should consider if you're looking to do something based off the city.
7. 9-Days Exploring the Andes
Have a great taste of the main highlights of the Ecuadorian Andes, and live a real unforgettable lifetime experience through charming landscapes and legendary active volcanoes! Enjoy the peacefulness of towering waterfalls and tropical rainforests and getaway from the noise of the big cities! Get the best of Ecuador on this fabulous private adventure!
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Private transportation, Certified English speaking guide, Mentioned lodging or similar (depending on availability), All Fees and Taxes, Flight ticket Cuenca-Quito
Exclusions: Additional meals, Drinks, Additional hotel nights
Reviewed By JeannePlantation
I had only one afternoon in Quito to sightsee. I contacted Ecuador's Best Tour with late notice by email and Luis replied right away. Luis has a great laid back, no worries attitude and assured me he would take care of everything and pick me up at my hotel. He arrived early to pick me up. I was thrilled to visit the beautiful Church la Compania. Luis was very knowledgeable about the history of the church and architecture. Next we visited a beautiful view of the city with the statue Virgin of El Panecillo. I only had a few hours to visit and Ecuador's Best Tours really helped me make the most of my visit. I highly recommend booking this with this company and you will be lucky if Luis is your guide. His English is extraordinary and he's just a pleasant guide to be around. I have toured many places around the would and I would say Luis was one of the best guides I have encountered. I got some great photos from my visit and hope to return someday. I would certainly use Ecuador's Best Tours again.
8. 2 day 1 night tour to Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa Lagoon all included
- You have the right to a Professional Bilingual Guide, Breakfast, Lunch, Lodging and Tourist Visits. - Includes Bicycle and Helmet in a Private tour - Tourist Transportation from Quito - Cotopaxi - Quilotoa - Quito - Hiking and horseback riding on the same tour if you decide to return on horseback not included in Quilotoa. - Visit indigenous market - Visit indigenous house - Visit to the Quilotoa viewpoint - Visit and descent to the Quilotoa Lagoon - Hiking and biking on the same tour. - Visit Refugio Jose Rivas 4897 meters - Visit Glaciers of the Volcano 5000 meters - Visit and tour to the Limpiopungo Lagoon - Professionalism and Quality of Service
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lodging, Bicycle and helmet, Private transportation
Exclusions: Personal expenses, Dinners, Kayak and Cavalcade in Quilotoa
Reviewed By seanb936
Great tour overall. It is shopping intensive and great for those looking to buy a lot of local and leather goods. Our guide was great and gave us plenty of time at each stop. The tour does have quite a bit of time on the road but the views are lovely. The lagoon was quite popular and a great place to take pictures. I would do this tour again if I was with someone who liked to shop for local handicrafts, leather goods, and unique gift items.
9. Quilotoa Lagoon - Route Of The Waterfalls, House Of The Tree And Night Tours 2 D.
OFFER 2 DAY WITH THE BEST EXCURSIONS OF ECUADOR MINIMUM TWO PEOPLE 1. QUILOTA (La Laguna Del Dios) 2. RELAX TOURS • Cascade Route (Pailón del Diablo) • Tree House (End of the World Swing) • Night Tours (Bellavista Viewpoint) Come and enjoy this incredible offer at ONLY $ 74.99. With the First day Excursion to the Laguna de Quilota is considered one of the most beautiful in the world, know its turquoise-green waters and enjoy the best landscape, In the community of Quilotoa, you can perform various activities such as touring the lagoon by kayak, horseback riding and hiking around the crater, boat ride (optional) - NOT INCLUDED The tour to the Quilotoa lagoon includes: • Transportation to the population of Zumbahua. • Entrance to the Town of Zumbahua. • Visit to the market typical of the area • Tour of the Quilotoa lagoon viewpoint. • Lunch • Descent hike to the shore of the lagoon. (optional). • Ascent on foot. MINIMUM TWO PEOPLE
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
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10. Ecuador Volcano Avenue 5 days
We are sure that this excursion will be one of your best travel experiences in Ecuador. • The tour includes private transport service from/to your hotel. • Enjoy a traditional local lunches. • Enjoy the personalized experience of a private tour. • Our local guides will be happy for show you our country.
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, All Fees and Taxes, Lodging x 4
Exclusions: Dinner
Reviewed By alexser419
My young daughters, wife, and I spent a day visiting the Bucay waterfalls - we had such a great time. The private guide, Wilson, knew the landscape to perfection and talked us through the many hidden aspects of the terrain. For us who are not expert trekkers, this was most welcome as we always felt perfectly safe. The place is extraordinary - you experience sunlight, mist, cloudforest, rivers, cascades, in just a few hours. At the end of the trek, Wilson took as to see a mill for cane extraction and then we had a tasteful lunch. I plan to go again soon for rafting or maybe i will muster the courage for canyoning - the place calls you to experience. Just Great.
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