What to do and see in Otavalo, Imbabura Province: The Best Walking Tours

January 31, 2022 Velvet Mowry

Discover the best top things to do in Otavalo, Ecuador including Full-Day Otavalo and Cotacachi Market Tour, Ecuador Gateway 5 Days Tour, Live Otavalo... Day trip between valleys and mountains, crafts and culture, Private Tour to Otavalo & Surroundings , Ecuador Classic 8 Days Tour, Cultural Tour of Otavalo: Market and Cuicocha Lagoon visit all inclusive, Shared Day trip Otavalo and Cotacachi Tour + San Pablo Lagoon Visit from Quito, tours otavalo, Full-Day Tour Otavalo Market, Peguche Workshops, and Cuicocha Lagoon., Otavalo, Cotacachi and Cuicocha Tour With Optional Hotel Pick-Up - "Small Group".
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1. Full-Day Otavalo and Cotacachi Market Tour

Plaza Foch, Mariscal Foch, Quito 170143, Ecuador Free Walking Tour Ecuador
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Visit the vibrant markets of Otavalo and Cotacachi on this full-day tour from Quito. Enjoy beautiful viewpoints, a delicious lunch, and an optional boat ride on Cuicocha Lake. This shared tour includes pickup and drop-off from two convenient locations in Quito.

Inclusions: Transportation from Quito to Otavalo and back, Bilingual guide, Lunch, Professional, licensed driver

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Solar Clock ($2), Boat Rides at lake ($3.25)

Reviewed By jodig663

I had a walking tour of Old Town Quito with Caro. She was an excellent guide, providing info on the sights and history of the country. She also helped me practice my Spanish, which gave me a huge confidence boost. I would highly recommend this tour.

2. Ecuador Gateway 5 Days Tour

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Ecuador and Its four worlds !! We invite you to experience several most visited attractions in the country . This a perfect gateway tour if you decide to take a vacation in Ecuador for 5 days. Quito with its history , Churches and the Equator Mindo with its exhuberant forest , hummingbirds , Orchids and waterfalls Otavalo with its remarkable Indian Market and the local Culture Papallacta a sacred paradise inside of an extinted volcano with its hotsprings , perfect for your total relax before you filght back home..

Inclusions: Breakfast, Private transportation, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, 5 Days / 4 Nights Program in TWIN /DBL accommodation

Exclusions: Anything not specified in program, Gratuities, Admition Tickets as mentioned in Program

Reviewed By SunriseFitness

I highly recommend this tour! It’s active but not strenuous, covers a lot, and Alex was friendly and knowledgeable throughout. It felt nice to have a blend of parks and the city, stopping along the way for photos, explanations and history, sweeping city views and gelato on a balcony.

3. Live Otavalo... Day trip between valleys and mountains, crafts and culture

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I want to give you a family experience, I want to show you the place where I have grown up, where I have seen these wonderful landscapes and also where I have learned about other cultures, share my experience so that your visit is unforgettable, besides going by land is relaxing and safe .

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Bottled water

Exclusions: Boat trip

Reviewed By tamm0v

Jorge is an excellent guide. Very proactive in arranging everything for my trip. Even calling me when I was still at home to make sure everything would go smoothly. He is highly recommended.

4. Private Tour to Otavalo & Surroundings

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Imbabura or known as the Lakes Province is absolutely one of the favorite tours on visitor’s trips while in Ecuador. The main attraction is Otavalo Market. It is a massive Saturday crafts market (But there is a market every day too) – one of the biggest of South America! Tons of traditionally-attired Quechua locals take over the streets of the whole town center, selling beautiful artwork, handicrafts, livestock, and clothing, anything you can imagine! You will also LOVE the food at Cotacachi also known as the Leather Town, and all the great but cheap restaurants around town. The waterfall that after a short walk ,you will be impressed by its beauty .Finally amazing views of the Andes right above the volcanic crater. We invite you to join us to this very colorful tour with a local taste

Inclusions: 1 bottle per person, Private transportation, All sightseeing mentioned above, English -Spanish speaking Certified Guide, Park admission fee

Exclusions: However we always stop at Cotacachi town , where you can have something to eat too, Gratuities, Anything not specified in program

Reviewed By SunriseFitness

I highly recommend this tour! It’s active but not strenuous, covers a lot, and Alex was friendly and knowledgeable throughout. It felt nice to have a blend of parks and the city, stopping along the way for photos, explanations and history, sweeping city views and gelato on a balcony.

5. Ecuador Classic 8 Days Tour

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Ecuador Classic tour was designed for the person who is looking for an overview of Ecuador. To begin, you will enjoy a full city tour of Quito and the Equator Museum. then you will visit the Otavalo Indian Market and the Peguche Waterfall. And don´t forget the Cuicocha Volcano visit. Next, you´ll journey to the Cotopaxi Volcano for womderful views of the famous avenue of the volcanoes. Then visit the jungle gateway known as Baños and its waterfalls. After stuning views of more volcanoes , also a magical train ride , finally cuenca city one of the Unesco world heritage sites and Guayaquil City, the largest one of Ecuador. Discover with us the Ecuadorian wonders!!!

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Private transportation, 8 Days / 7 Nights in Tourist Superior hotel Category ( DBL, TRPL), National Parks Entrance fee

Exclusions: Quito Tickets , Gratuities, International Flight to Quito or Guayaquil

Reviewed By SunriseFitness

I highly recommend this tour! It’s active but not strenuous, covers a lot, and Alex was friendly and knowledgeable throughout. It felt nice to have a blend of parks and the city, stopping along the way for photos, explanations and history, sweeping city views and gelato on a balcony.

6. Cultural Tour of Otavalo: Market and Cuicocha Lagoon visit all inclusive

Juan Leon Mera Y Mariscal Foch, Quito 170143, Ecuador El Barak Ecuador Travel
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- All Inclusive: Professional Bilingual Guide, Lunch and Tourist Visits. - Tourist Transport from Quito - Otavalo - Quito - Trekking - Visit indigenous market - Visit Ponchos Square - Visit San Pablo Lake Viewpoint - Visit and hiking in the Cuicocha Lagoon - Visit to Cotacachi, known for the elaboration of leather goods - Professionalism and Quality of Service - Shared Tour: Every Tuesday and Saturday - Private Tour: Every day.

Inclusions: Professional Tourism Guide, Tourist visits, Lunch, Private transportation

Exclusions: Breakfast, Tickets, Personal expenses

Reviewed By Malejavr12

I had a very good hike with them. They took you from Baños to Chimborazo in a van, and from the first refuge you walk 50 minutes to get to the Condor Cocha Lagoon. The guide is very promptly and kind, he answered every question I had. The downhill was so good. The guide is near you in the van just in case. Highly recommended.

7. Shared Day trip Otavalo and Cotacachi Tour + San Pablo Lagoon Visit from Quito

Quito, Ecuador Perfect Destiny
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In this tour we can see the Indians "Otavalos" develop their textiles. Later we will visit the Otavalo Market, where artisans exhibit their wares.

Inclusions: Professional Tourist Guide, Shared Transportation, Lunch

Exclusions: Entrance fees , Private Transportation

Reviewed By geierdianne

A nice way to spend a few hours bike riding on trails; then walking to see wildlife including crocodiles.

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Pachamama Native Travels & Expeditions, Calle Principal la Calera, Ecuador Pachamama Native Travels & Expeditions
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Este es un viaje para conocer la cultura y la naturaleza de la provincia azul, a la entrada de la provincia destaca el majestuoso volcán Imbabura junto con su amado volcán Cotacachi y las lagunas que aparecen en las faldas como sus lágrimas pero que iluminan el paisaje de los andes

Inclusions: Private transportation, Lunch, Guianza

Exclusions: Gratuities, Bebidas adicionales (refrescos, gaseosas, alcohólicas, agua,te o café)

9. Full-Day Tour Otavalo Market, Peguche Workshops, and Cuicocha Lagoon.

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Enjoy a day trip to visit the Otavalo market and learn all about the culturally rich indigenous communities. The village is world-famous for its indigenous population, the so-called Otavalo’s, who are famous becuase of their handicrafts or Andean folclor musicians. Admire the Andes scenery, lagoons, culture and the locals.

Inclusions: Certified English speaking guide / driver, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Activities described in the program, Lunch

Exclusions: Hotel pick up / drop off hotels outside of Quito, Personal expenses, Tips

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.

10. Otavalo, Cotacachi and Cuicocha Tour With Optional Hotel Pick-Up - "Small Group"

Hotel Kaia, Valladolid N24-742 y Julio Zaldumbide, Quito 170109, Ecuador Gray Line Tours Ecuador
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Take a drive through Ecuador's breathtaking scenery, stopping along the way to take photos and soak up the truly amazing and diverse landscapes! Head for Otavalo Market and experience the local way of shopping as you barter for handicrafts and many other items! You will have the opportunity to sail in small boats, in the Cuicocha lagoon, inside the crater of an active volcano (additional cost).

Inclusions: Hotel Pick-Up and Drop Off (if you select this option), Professional guide

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drink

Reviewed By F5878SXjamieg

This trip was amazing! The day was packed full of adventuring, learning, and driving through the country...there was never a dull moment! The guide was very knowledgeable about everything from the flora and fauna to the history of the areas visited AND was able to explain in English as well! I’d recommend this trip to anyone looking for a tour of Cotopaxi and/or Quilatoa.

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