
Cotopaxi Volcano Biking Small Group Full Day Tour
Traveler rating
4.5/5
Based on 17 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Cotopaxi Volcano Biking Small Group Full Day Tour worth booking?
Cotopaxi Volcano Biking Small Group Full Day Tour is a 9.5-hour experience in Quito, Ecuador, from $126 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 17 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (17)
- Duration
- 9.5 hours
- From
- $126 per person
After picking you up at the Meeting point (Foch Plaza) at 8:00 am, you will be driven south down the Pan-American Highway. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to have majestic views of the Avenue of Volcanos, part of the central Ecuadorian Andes! Our ride will take place in Cotopaxi National Park named after one of the highest active volcanoes on earth, which at just over nineteen thousand feet, is a sight to behold and one of the most stunning in Ecuador. You will bike next to the volcano’s base at 13.000 feet, on dirt roads and single tracks surrounded by an other-worldly landscape dotted with rocks strew by the volcano during its last major eruption. Depending on your luck in this area, you might see wild animals such as deer, alpacas, lamas, bulls, and horses. The ride is about fifteen miles and mostly on flat terrain. To finish our day, you will have a picnic with a lovely view of incredible Inca ruins and then return to Quito.
What you get
About this experience
After picking you up at the Meeting point (Foch Plaza) at 8:00 am, you will be driven south down the Pan-American Highway. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to have majestic views of the Avenue of Volcanos, part of the central Ecuadorian Andes! Our ride will take place in Cotopaxi National Park named after one of the highest active volcanoes on earth, which at just over nineteen thousand feet, is a sight to behold and one of the most stunning in Ecuador. You will bike next to the volcano’s base at 13.000 feet, on dirt roads and single tracks surrounded by an other-worldly landscape dotted with rocks strew by the volcano during its last major eruption. Depending on your luck in this area, you might see wild animals such as deer, alpacas, lamas, bulls, and horses. The ride is about fifteen miles and mostly on flat terrain. To finish our day, you will have a picnic with a lovely view of incredible Inca ruins and then return to Quito.
What's included
Included
- Gear: Mountain bike & helmet
- Meals as described in itinerary (1x lunch)
- Transportation from and to Quito’s meeting point.
- 24/7 assistance in Dutch, English and Spanish
Not included
- Fees for museums or natural reserves.
- Additional food or beverages.
- Optional tips for guides and drivers.
What you'll see and do
Cotopaxi National Park
After picking you up at the Meeting point (Foch Plaza) at 8:00 am, you will drive south down the Pan-American Highway. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to have majestic views of the Avenue of Volcanos, part of the central Ecuadorian Andes! Our ride will take place in Cotopaxi National Park named after one of the highest active volcanoes on earth, which at just over nineteen thousand feet, is a sight to behold and one of the most stunning in Ecuador. You will bike next to the volcano’s base at 13.000 feet, on dirt roads and single tracks surrounded by an other-worldly landscape dotted with rocks strew by the volcano during its last major eruption. Depending on your luck in this area, you might see wild animals such as deer, alpacas, lamas, bulls, and horses. The ride is about fifteen miles and mostly on flat terrain. To finish our day, you will have a picnic with a lovely view of incredible Inca ruins and then return to Quito.
540 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Quito
Leave from Plaza Foch in Quito at 07:00. Address: the bus leaves at 07:00 AM from the corner of Juan Leon Mera and Mariscal Foch (in front of the Magic Bean restaurant). Please be there at 06:50 AM. *Please let us know upon confirmation the desired pick-up location
Meeting point
Quito
Departure Point: Leave from the “Old Town” location at 07:20. Address: the bus leaves at 07:20 AM from Caldas street E1-83 and Rios street, diagonal of the San Blas church. Please be there at 07:10 AM. *Please let us know upon confirmation the desired pick-up location
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Leave from Plaza Foch in Quito at 07:00. Address: the bus leaves at 07:00 AM from the corner of Juan Leon Mera and Mariscal Foch (in front of the Magic Bean restaurant). Please be there at 06:50 AM. *Please let us know upon confirmation the desired pick-up location
Ends at
Departure Point: Leave from the “Old Town” location at 07:20. Address: the bus leaves at 07:20 AM from Caldas street E1-83 and Rios street, diagonal of the San Blas church. Please be there at 07:10 AM. *Please let us know upon confirmation the desired pick-up location
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Rebecca Adventure Travel
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
- Important things to bring: warm and waterproof clothing, rain jacket, gloves, a big bottle of water, sun block SPF 50-100, a cap or hut, a scarf or buff, sunglasses and passport.
- Keep in mind that climate at 4000 meters can change suddenly from sunny to cold with stormy winds and wet snow.
- It is important that you will have current travel insurance including personal medical insurance. Please inform us of any known medical conditions you have
- The operator reserves the right to change the itinerary without previous notice due to weather, National Park regulations or notifications and unpredictable circumstances
- In order to process your reservation please help us with all this information:
- Arrival and departure information of international flights
- Whatsapp phone number (in case you use Whatsapp and would like us to contact you that during your stay via Whatsapp)
- Food restrictions
- Medical restrictions
- Please take into consideration that lunch will be served at around 03:00 PM, so it is recommended to bring some extra food.
- Please note: For the use of bicycles, you will be kindly asked to sign a document that you accept responsibility of the good use of the bicycle and you will be asked to let an identity document that will be given back after the tour. Thank you for your comprehension
- Necessary equipment: Please bring with you the following items: warm clothing (including a change of clothes) gloves, scarf, hat, sunglasses, long socks, cotton pants and waterproof jacket. Water. Hiking shoes/boots. Camera. Snacks. Sun cream
- In order to process your reservation please help us with all this information: Meeting point In La Mariscal or In the Historical centre (old town)
- Inform yourself about food safety when traveling to tropical countries. Take the necessary precaution to avoid food poisoning (always wash your hands before eating, don’t eat ‘street food’, only eat peeled fruits, etc.).
- This tour operates with a minimum of 4 guests. If you are a solo traveler, please contact us to check availability and additional details.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 17 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Physical effort
8 mentionsExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
Food and drink
5 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Photo opportunities
4 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
4 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
17 verified traveler reviews for Cotopaxi Volcano Biking Small Group Full Day Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Definitely do it
Amazing experience. Breath taking from start to finish. Highlight of my time in Ecuador. Transportation was on time. Meals were basic, but enjoyable. Guide was great and very thorough. Trip is not for the faint of heart.
via Viator
Best part of the trip to Ecuador
Please make it to Cotopaxi if you’re able. Making it up to the glacier was the highlight of the week. It really is amazing up there. The hike was a little tough but even if you’re in a serges shape it is doable. Our guide was great and very friendly. We did not get to bike down due to a sudden gale storm but with the weather would not have felt safe doing it anyways. The meals were adequate but nothing amazing. Get your own cocoa leaves or chocolate and water before hand. The shop in the park is airport prices.
Response from the operator: We fully agree that everybody who visits Ecuador has to visit the Cotopaxi, one of South America's most famous volcanoes and one of its most active ones. With its 5920 m it also one of the world's highest active volcanoes. By bike, by horse or just by a great walk is this great vulcano, you can book these tours with the Rebecca Adventure Travel team in Quito or Zupthen. And as you yourself have noticed, we are always dependent on the changing weather conditions near the volcano. Hope to see you soon again! Willem
via Tripadvisor
Great tour with a great company!
Great tour with a great company! The tour guides were excellent and provided tour members with great information on the region and the volcano. The hike up was not easy, but doable. Bring a warm hat, coat and gloves!!
via Viator
Amazing tour
The daily tour from Quito to the Cotopaxi volcano is amazing, as far as the weather is okay. We had extreme luck with the weather so both activities were really fun. The only thing I have to say negatively about the tour is that when you book the tour in a hostel, you can pay 50 Dollars. But as far from the price difference everything was perfect. The guides are well educated too. So, to sum up, I can really recommend this tour.
Response from the operator: Thanks for your nice review. The tour is great indeed. With Rebecca Adventure Travel you pay maybe a few dollars more than at hostel for this tour, but now you know Rebecca's team in Quito will be on your side when some problems will occur or changes have to be made.
via Tripadvisor
If you are a tourist, wait at least...
<p>If you are a tourist, wait at least 5 days of being In Quito before you remotely consider doing this tour. I climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro and thought this would be definately be a piece of cake. I was only in Quito less than 48hours and got extreme mountain sickness. After making it to the Refugee I tried to hike to the glacier. After passing the first bit of snow/ ice on the ground and seeing the glacier I had to turn back because I felt I was getting mountain sickness even though I had been drinking water the whole way up. I threw up a few times and was extremely sick for the remainder of the day. My guide helped me get back to the bus. I did not get to do the bike part of the tour I felt so awful I could not lift my head off the seat infront of me on the bus let alone get off the bus. Everyone else who arrived just a few days ago felt just as bad as I did. I was given Coca Tea to help break up the headache but I really did not feel any good til the next day and was dehydrated. I highly warn anybody who considers doing this tour please wait at least 4-5 days after arriving in Quito to do this tour. Dont push it you will not enjoy it. The views on the mountain are worth the wait. The tour operators should also post a warning in the Important info area warning tourists that are just arriving about having time to acclimatize to a high elevation country. </p> <p>If you actually dont get sick the breakfast/ lunch is good and the views are amazing. There are wild horses on the mountain.</p>
Response from the operator: <p>TOUR OPERATOR COMMENT: Thank you for your feedback! At a height of about 4600 meters, everyone is always exhausted during the walk. Extreme cases, as you have suffered, from altitude sickness is rare. We are so sorry that you were not able to enjoy the beautiful landscapes for the full 100%, but we will definitely bring your concerns to the attention just in case it happens again with a guest in the future. Thank you again for traveling with us and we hope you enjoyed your overall time in Quito!</p>
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 9.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Sat, Sun
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 6
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Rebecca Adventure Travel, who run 3 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 53.1.
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Cotopaxi Volcano Biking Small Group Full Day Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Quito.
How much does Cotopaxi Volcano Biking Small Group Full Day Tour cost?
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Prices start at $126 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 Cotopaxi Volcano Biking Small Group Full Day Tour take?
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Plan for about 9.5 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 Cotopaxi Volcano Biking Small Group Full Day Tour 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 (4.5/5 across 17 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 Cotopaxi Volcano Biking Small Group Full Day Tour?
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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 Cotopaxi Volcano Biking Small Group Full Day Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Cotopaxi Volcano Biking Small Group Full Day Tour?
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Around 6 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 9.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Cotopaxi Volcano Biking Small Group Full Day Tour 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 Cotopaxi Volcano Biking Small Group Full Day Tour?
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Included: Gear: Mountain bike & helmet; Meals as described in itinerary (1x lunch); Transportation from and to Quito’s meeting point; and 24/7 assistance in Dutch, English and Spanish. Not included: Fees for museums or natural reserves; Additional food or beverages; and Optional tips for guides and drivers. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Cotopaxi Volcano Biking Small Group Full Day Tour?
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Leave from Plaza Foch in Quito at 07:00. Address: the bus leaves at 07:00 AM from the corner of Juan Leon Mera and Mariscal Foch (in front of the Magic Bean restaurant). Please be there at 06:50 AM. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Cotopaxi Volcano Biking Small Group Full Day Tour 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 Cotopaxi Volcano Biking Small Group Full Day Tour?
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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 Cotopaxi Volcano Biking Small Group Full Day Tour 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 Cotopaxi Volcano Biking Small Group Full Day Tour 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 Cotopaxi Volcano Biking Small Group Full Day Tour?
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Across 17 reviews averaging 4.5 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, food and drink, photo opportunities. 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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