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Private Cotopaxi Volcano & Birdwatching Full-Day Tour
Quito, Ecuador
Ecuador
Pifo, Ecuador
$249
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they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Cotopaxi, the highest active volcano in Ecuador, invites you to immerse yourself in its breathtaking beauty and rich biodiversity. A visit to Cotopaxi National Park, the most-visited attraction in mainland Ecuador, promises an unforgettable adventure amidst stunning landscapes.
- 🏷️ Full-Day Tour: Enjoy a comprehensive experience with a naturalist guide, including round-trip transportation from Quito.
- 🗺️ Half-Day Tour: Perfect for those with limited time, this option offers a shorter visit to the park with essential highlights.
- 🏞️ Walk along volcanic sand trails while breathing in the fresh, crisp air of the Andes.
- 🌄 Reach the Jose Rivas volcanic refuge, standing at 15,748 feet (4,800 m), and take in the spectacular views of the surrounding landscape.
- 📸 Capture stunning photographs of the mesotrophic lagoon, home to both native and migratory birds.
- 🐦 Observe diverse wildlife as you traverse from the park entrance to higher elevations, enhancing your connection with nature.
- 🏰 Discover Cotopaxi's historical significance, including the remnants of an indigenous military fortress known as a Pukara.
- ☕ Savor a hot cup of coca tea during a short break, a traditional remedy to help acclimatize to the altitude.
- 🚐 Enjoy a comfortable drive back to Quito, reflecting on the incredible memories made during your adventure.
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Strenuously Cotopaxi Volcano and birding by the lagoon
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
- Expert Guide
- Private transportation
- Pick up from Quito City or Airport
- Tips
- Lunch
- Travel Insurance
- Quito city to Cotopaxi National Park (9,000 feet high) Pick up from the hotel. Cotopaxi Volcano is located in Northen Andes of Ecuador. After a 2-hour drive, we get to the National Park whose altitude is 3,400 msl (11,154 feet). During the drive, we will observe the Andean ecosystem and volcanic sceneries. The climate we will find in the Cotopaxi National Park will depend on the season. The average temperature is 7° celsius (44° Fahrenheit), so we recommend bringing warm clothing, walking shoes and a rain or wind jacket. (pass by)
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Take a short break and try a hot coca tea, this ancient drink will help you to mitigate the altitude sickness during the walk. From the viewpoint, you can see two extinct volcanoes and farms.
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Cotopaxi National ParkUpon arrival at the Cotopaxi National Park, we will carry out the respective check-in at the main entrance. From here, we will drive directly until we reach out the parking lot that is located at 14,763 feet above sea level. Here, we prepare to start a one-hour walk until we get in the Jose Ribas refuge, which is located at 15,748 feet. If you are not used to the height, you may feel a little fatigued, which is normal, for this reason, the walk can be slow and according to your physical conditions. After a great experience walking on the flanks of an active volcano, we will arrive at the refuge. The incredible view will be the reward of the walk. We will do the walk slowly, we adapt to the conditions of all travelers
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Once in the Jose Ribas refuge (4,800 m/15,748 ft), we just relax and enjoy a magnificent volcanic view so call the avenue of the volcanoes. Also, you can take amazing pictures and stamp your passport that will certify that you were in the highest active volcano in Ecuador. A delicious and hot mug of chocolate will be the reward upon arriving at the shelter.
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Laguna de LimpiopungoAfter the succulent lunch, we will visit the Limpopungo Lagoon (3,900 m/12,795 ft), the lagoon is fed by waters of the stone-faced volcan. The lagoon is located next to the fearsome Cotopaxi volcano. It is possible to make a one-hour walk around the edge of the lagoon. Exploring the lagoon, can encounter several species of birds including the Carunculated Caracara, Andean Lapwing, Andean Gulls, Andean Coots, Andean Teals, Great Yellow Legs (march), Plumbeous Sierra-Finch, Stout-billed Cinclodes, Tawny Antpitta, Baird's Sandpiper (July and August), Solitary Sandpiper (November and February). Other animals that can be observed depending on the time of the year are: South american foxes, farel horses, white tail deer, andean hare, puma, red deer, the opossum or raposa, mouse and the Andean weasel.
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QuitoFinally, we drive back to the city of Quito to drop you off at the same meeting point.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Private Cotopaxi Volcano & Birdwatching Full-Day Tour
Quito, Ecuador
Ecuador
Pifo, Ecuador
$249
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!