
2-Day Tour of Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa Lagoon with hotel
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 4 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is 2-Day Tour of Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa Lagoon with hotel worth booking?
2-Day Tour of Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa Lagoon with hotel is a 48-hour experience in Quito, Ecuador, from $222 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 4 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (4)
- Duration
- 48 hours
- From
- $222 per person
Take a 2-day trip through the Avenue of the Volcanoes towards two of the most important landmarks in the Ecuadorian Sierra: Cotapaxi and Quilotoa. On day one, visit Cotopaxi Volcano and climb up to the first refugee, take an optional bike ride afterwards. Lodge in the comfy Chuquiragua lodge and get ready for your next adventure. On day two, ride towards Quilotoa Crater Lagoon for an amazing hike. Visit Tigua artisan’s town to end you adventure before returning back to Quito.
What you get
About this experience
Take a 2-day trip through the Avenue of the Volcanoes towards two of the most important landmarks in the Ecuadorian Sierra: Cotapaxi and Quilotoa. On day one, visit Cotopaxi Volcano and climb up to the first refugee, take an optional bike ride afterwards. Lodge in the comfy Chuquiragua lodge and get ready for your next adventure. On day two, ride towards Quilotoa Crater Lagoon for an amazing hike. Visit Tigua artisan’s town to end you adventure before returning back to Quito.
What's included
Included
- English speaking guide
- Lunch
- Accommodation in a Double Room in Hotel Casa Sakiwa in Machachi
- Breakfast
- Bike & helmet for Cotopaxi
- Transport to/from Quito
- Visits according with the itineraries
Not included
- Entry fee to Quilotoa Lagoon USD $2 per person
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (meeting point is Barrio Mariscal - See notes)
- Additional food and drinks.
- Items/ activities not mentioned on the itinerary
- Gratuities
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Quito
Meeting point: Mariscal Foch and Juan Leon Mera. at 06h50 am. In the center of Quito: Plaza San Blas: Caldas st and Pichincha.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Meeting point: Mariscal Foch and Juan Leon Mera. at 06h50 am. In the center of Quito: Plaza San Blas: Caldas st and Pichincha.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Wed, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Galapagos Tours Nature Galapagos & Ecuador
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather or events beyond our control (force mejeure) no refunds are applicable.
- Important: we recommend you to bring warm clothes (layers), eaterproof jacket, gloves, sunscreen, hat, hiking shoes, extra pair of socks, extra pants, sunglasses, sun cream and walking stick, water bottle
- The tour is not private. Travelers will share services with a group. Maximum people per tour 12
- NOTE: This is a sample itinerary. Please keep in mind that due to the nature of this tour and the given that Cotopaxi is an active volcano, this itinerary may vary.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Knowledge and storytelling
1 mentionReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
1 mentionThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Physical effort
1 mentionExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
Small groups
1 mentionThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for 2-Day Tour of Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa Lagoon with hotel. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing Private Tour of the Quilotoa Crater
My friend and I had several days planned in Quito on vacation, but after hearing from many people how gorgeous the Quilotoa crater is, we decided to book a somewhat last minute private excursion for 2 days / 1 night to the crater. We reached out to Nature Galapagos & Ecuador after seeing great reviews online and seeing that they offered custom/private bookings. Our tour guide (Dinello) was excellent and we really enjoyed where they booked our accommodation for the night (Hotel Mama Hilda). Fernanda from Nature Galapagos was very responsive and helped book everything 4 days before the tour. I’ve never booked a private guide/driver before and we were overall very happy and impressed with the experience. We did not visit Cotopaxi since we had already been, and instead spent the first day at the crater hiking down and kayaking, and the second day hiking the perimeter of the crater.
Response from the operator: Dear RMM8903, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us! We are very happy to hear that you and your friend enjoyed your private Quilotoa tour and that everything came together smoothly, even with the last-minute booking. It is wonderful to know that Dinello provided an excellent guiding experience and that Fernanda was able to assist you efficiently throughout the planning process. Quilotoa is truly a special place, and we are glad you had the opportunity to experience it in a more personalized way. We also appreciate your trust in choosing us for your first private guide/driver experience. Your kind words mean a lot to our entire team. We hope to welcome you back to Ecuador again in the future for more unforgettable adventures! Regards from Nature Galápagos & Ecuador Team
via Tripadvisor
Great Experience
Wonderful guides - so knowledgeable and friendly. Loved our accommodations in the lodge. Cotopaxi and Quilotoa were amazing. Definitely acclimate yourself before attempting Cotopaxi - the altitude can really impact your experience. We took horses back up from the Quilotoa Lagoon which cost $10 pp and worth every penny.
via Viator
Great sites and accommodation
We went on the Cotopaxi tour and several others across 10 days. Cotopaxi, Quilotoa lagoon, Quito city tour, Banos, Alausi. In every stop the sites were stunning. Amazing driver & tour guide. Wonderful accommodation. Cotopaxi was a highlight for me.
Response from the operator: Dear Aangle1 First of all, thank you so much for sharing with us your impressions of your tour. We really felt honoured to tailor-made your trip as you wished because we try our best to make it special. I'm so glad to enjoy the whole route in Ecuador Highlands. We adore taking highlights of passengers, as Cotopaxi was yours, as an experience to let our future passengers know what to book or focus. Best Regards, NATURE GALAPAGOS & ECUADOR TEAM
via Tripadvisor
Worth every penny!
Simply put, amazing experience. Very professional, tour guides are fun and great people, especially Victor and David. Would do it again.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 48 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Wed, Sat
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 58
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
2-Day Tour of Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa Lagoon with hotel: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Quito.
How much does 2-Day Tour of Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa Lagoon with hotel cost?
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Prices start at $222 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Quito usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 2-Day Tour of Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa Lagoon with hotel take?
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Plan for about 48 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Quito is not rushed.
Is 2-Day Tour of Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa Lagoon with hotel worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Quito, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 2-Day Tour of Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa Lagoon with hotel?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is 2-Day Tour of Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa Lagoon with hotel suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 48-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 2-Day Tour of Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa Lagoon with hotel?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Quito can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Quito and add a light layer if any part of the 48-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 2-Day Tour of Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa Lagoon with hotel start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Quito within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Quito?
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On Outty we rank every Quito experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Cotopaxi Volcano full day tour with all the entrances, every day, Cotopaxi tour from Quito -horseback ride and hike-NO TOURISTY way, Baños Full Day Tour from Quito Including Entrances and Activities. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Quito?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Quito?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in 2-Day Tour of Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa Lagoon with hotel?
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Included: English speaking guide; Lunch; Accommodation in a Double Room in Hotel Casa Sakiwa in Machachi; Breakfast; and Bike & helmet for Cotopaxi. Not included: Entry fee to Quilotoa Lagoon USD $2 per person; Hotel pickup and drop-off (meeting point is Barrio Mariscal - See notes); Additional food and drinks; and Items/ activities not mentioned on the itinerary. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for 2-Day Tour of Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa Lagoon with hotel?
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Meeting point: Mariscal Foch and Juan Leon Mera. at 06h50 am. In the center of Quito: Plaza San Blas: Caldas st and Pichincha. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is 2-Day Tour of Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa Lagoon with hotel offered in?
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It is offered in English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for 2-Day Tour of Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa Lagoon with hotel?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is 2-Day Tour of Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa Lagoon with hotel wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to 2-Day Tour of Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa Lagoon with hotel if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Quito. Standard cancellation terms apply.
What do travelers say about 2-Day Tour of Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa Lagoon with hotel?
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Across 4 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, value for money, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
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