Cotopaxi Volcano Hike

On this hiking tour on the Cotopaxi volcano, we offer an adventure in Ecuador to climb the second-tallest active volcano in the world.

Activity Details

We'll meet at your chosen location in Quito and travel to the Cotopaxi National Park. A trekking route on one of the highest peaks in Ecuador awaits us. We'll journey along the avenue of volcanoes, admiring the Andean landscapes, and make a stop for altitude acclimatization.

Continuing to the base of the Cotopaxi volcano, located at 15,092 ft (4,600 meters), we will begin our hiking route to the Rivas Refuge at 15,958 ft (4,864 meters). During our 1-hour hike, we will learn about the national park's flora and fauna.

At the refuge, we'll take a brief break to stamp our passports as a visit certification to the volcano, followed by a hike to 16,732 ft (5,100 meters) to view the Cotopaxi glacier.

For the descent to the Limpiopung lagoon, we will combine walking, minibus, and cycling for an enjoyable experience. After returning, we'll have a delicious lunch at a nearby restaurant, before heading back to Quito, completing the 11-hour excursion.

Meeting Points

At booking, you'll choose between these meeting points in Quito:

Plaza Foch: 7:10 amPlaza San Blas: 7:20 am