
Quilotoa Crater Lake Private Day Tour with Lunch
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Is Quilotoa Crater Lake Private Day Tour with Lunch worth booking?
Quilotoa Crater Lake Private Day Tour with Lunch is a 8-hour experience in Quito, Ecuador, from $69 per person. It scores 73 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 23 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 73 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (23)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $69 per person
Don't waste time waiting for large-group-tours and avoid unnecessary crowds on this day trip. Stop anywhere you want during your journey and take unforgettable pictures with the most stunning Andes landscapes! Have the o
What you get
- Certified English speaking guide
- Lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
- Private transportation
About this experience
Don't waste time waiting for large-group-tours and avoid unnecessary crowds on this day trip. Stop anywhere you want during your journey and take unforgettable pictures with the most stunning Andes landscapes! Have the opportunity to visit a local indian market, where you will see different cultural interactions, and very varied local products. Do a very nice and challenging downhill hike into a charming volcanic crater and enjoy a real lifetime experience!! Make your visit to Quilotoa an unforgettable adventure!!
What's included
Included
- Certified English speaking guide
- Lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
- Private transportation
Not included
- Mules or horses ride (Optional)
What you'll see and do
Quito
This amazing and comfortable cultural private day trip starts at 8:00 a.m., from your hotel in Quito, driving through the "Avenue of the Volcanoes", and with a visit to the local indian Saquisili Market (Thursday)!
5 minutes here
Cotopaxi Province
The drive to Quilotoa Lake displays stunning views of the Andean mountains, passing the ancient canyon of the Toachi River, many indigenous communities and farmlands. Before lunch, in the location known as “Huayra Pungo”, we will visit a local indigenous hut, where you will have the opportunity to interact with the inhabitants of the hut and perhaps, to learn few Kichwa words, which is the native language of this region!
60 minutes here
Canon del Rio Toachi
After this especial life experience, sharing some minutes with local people, you'll have lunch at a local charming restaurant! Then we have the opportunity to visit the local and unique market of Zumbahua (Saturday), where we are able to see the ancestral trading system of exchanging goods without any currency, called trueque!
20 minutes here · Admission included
Laguna Quilotoa
The tour includes a steep hike down into Quilotoa Crater, where is a sparkling-emerald-lake inside the extinct volcano, located at 3.600 meters above sea level (11,811 ft). The way back to the top, where the parking lot is located, takes about one hour, or there is an option of renting a mule or a horse, with a comfortable settle, to avoid the up-hill-way hike on your way back!!
120 minutes here · Admission included
Quito
It is going to be very helpful and comfortable being on a private tour, due to the high altitude, so you'll be assisted by your tour guide at every moment, all day long, and especially you'll take your time in every activity to make this day trip the best lifetime experience in Ecuador! You will be back in Quito approximately at 5:00 p.m., after having enjoyed the Andes at its purest!
120 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Ecuador Best Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- 10 C° - 18 C° / 50 F° - 64,4 F
- Our guides and drivers will follow vehicle cleaning and personal care protocols, with disinfectant products during the tour.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 4+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $69 to $289
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 8
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 73
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Quilotoa Crater Lake Private Day Tour with Lunch: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Quito.
How much does Quilotoa Crater Lake Private Day Tour with Lunch cost?
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Prices start at $69 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 Quilotoa Crater Lake Private Day Tour with Lunch take?
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Plan for about 8 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 Quilotoa Crater Lake Private Day Tour with Lunch worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 73 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 23 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Quito, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Quilotoa Crater Lake Private Day Tour with Lunch?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Quilotoa Crater Lake Private Day Tour with Lunch suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 4. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 8-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Quilotoa Crater Lake Private Day Tour with Lunch?
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Around 8 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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Quilotoa Crater Lake Private Day Tour with Lunch 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 tour from Quito -horseback ride and hike-NO TOURISTY way, Baños Full Day Tour from Quito Including Entrances and Activities, Gastronomic and Cultural Walking Tour of Quito with Tastings. 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.
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