Travel from Quito and visit Cotopaxi with finally destination to Banos
Embark on a full-day excursion to discover the wonders of Ecuador's most visited National Park, home to the imposing Cotopaxi Volcano, the second highest active volcano in the world. During this guided tour, you will have the opportunity to admire breathtaking landscapes, learn about the local flora and fauna, and even hike to the José Rivas Refuge, located at 4,864 meters above sea level (15,958 feet).
What should I bring?
- Camera.
- Sunscreen.
- Sunglasses.
- Extra money.
- Warm clothes.
- Comfortable shoes.
- Water bottle (1 liter).
Includes
- Certified guide.
- Travel assistance.
- Entrance to the reserve.
- Tourist transportation. Route: Quito - Cotopaxi - Banos.
Not Included
- Additional drinks and snacks during the tour.
Itinerary
- 6:30 AM: Departure from the city of Quito in a private vehicle.
- 9:00 AM: Arrival at the first station, Caspi Control, located at 3,200 masl (10,498 ft).
- 10:00 AM: Continuation by vehicle to the “Mariscal Sucre” Interpretation Center, located at 3,800 masl (12,467 ft). Visit the center for 30 minutes to learn about the flora, fauna and history of the Cotopaxi volcano.
- 11:45 AM: Travel by vehicle to the parking lot, located at 4,500 masl (14,763 ft).
- 12:00 PM: Start of the hike to the José Rivas Refuge, the only refuge in Cotopaxi, located at 4,800 masl (15,748 ft). The ascent takes approximately 1 hour.
- 1:00 PM: Arrival at José Rivas Refuge.
- 1:30 PM: In favorable weather conditions, you can continue the hike to the glaciers of the volcano.
- 2:00 PM: Descent from the volcano to the parking lot, with an approximate duration of 1 hour.
- 5:00 PM: Arrival to the city of Banos.
Advantage:
The tour picks you up in Quito and drops you off in Baños, eliminating the need to arrange transportation on your own. This saves you time and money on additional transportation.
Book now our day tour to Cotopaxi!
Embark on an unforgettable Andean adventure that will take you from the city of Quito to the city of Baños de Agua Santa, with a stellar stop at the imposing Cotopaxi Volcano. Our travel agency offers you a unique experience to explore the most spectacular landscapes of Ecuador.
by Explorsierra Tourism Agency Ecuador
