Top Quito Eco Tours

Cotopaxi Volcano is the centerpiece of Cotopaxi National Park. At more than 19,000 feet (nearly 6,000 meters), its snowy peak dominates the landscape of the park. During this full-day tour from Quito, travelers experience the volcano from many vantage points. Explore a lagoon favored by water birds, learn more about the area at an interpretive center, and hike up the flanks of Cotopaxi Volcano to a recently-renovated climbers' refuge to experience this active volcano up close.

Create your perfect adventure on a customizable shared tour of the Mindo Cloud Forest. Possible themes include amateur birding, natural history, nature hikes (all levels offered), and cultural immersion. This excursion is set at your pace, whichever activities and attractions you choose. A set itinerary option visits an orchid reserve, Milpe Bird Sanctuary, Mindo, the equator line, and more. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Quito are included.

Ecuador’s Cotopaxi National Park is a unique area with a diverse ecosystem of fauna and flora. Join this full-day tour from Quito to explore the area around the active volcano and learn about the natural history of the region. You also visit the Limpiopungo Lagoon where you enjoy beautiful views of the volcano and surrounding areas.

Journey to the beautiful Quilotoa volcano, driving through stunning mountain scenery and stopping to visit local Andean communities, during this day trip from Quito. Travel along the spectacular ‘Avenue of Volcanoes’ passing beneath its towering peaks, eventually stopping at a village of an indigenous community, to explore a local home and learn about their daily life. Finish your day with a trip to the lagoon inside Quilotoa volcano. This day trip includes a guide, entrance fees, round-trip hotel transport, and lunch.

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This Tour to the Chimborazo Volcano, one of the highest mountains in Ecuador, you cannot miss because it is full of typical Andean natural landscapes of the Andes, Summer is the best time to climb the Chimborazo Volcano. It is considered the furthest point on Earth with 6,263 meters above sea level (20.548 ft) and 6,384 km. It has two refuges: the Hermanos Carrel refuge at 4845 m.a.s.l (15895 ft) and the Whymper refuge at 5042 m.a.s.l (16541 ft.) Chimborazo is called the King of the Ecuadorian Andes, surpassing all volcanoes and hills. The enormous massif extends from east to west and its upper part is covered by glaciers, which are a source of water for the nearby populations. The fauna is represented mainly by llamas, vicuñas, small rabbits, wild horses, marsupial mice, paramo wolves, quindes, curiquingues, pigs, and condors.

Spend a day away from the city and immerse yourself in nature on this private tour from Quito. Head to the Mindo Cloud Forest, a biodiverse region on the end of the western Andes Mountains, and admire the beautiful nature that surrounds you. Then, choose from an array of optional activities like ziplining, tubing, and a chocolate tour, or simply enjoy a hike through the jungle. Round-trip transit helps make this experience seamless.

This 3-day tour covers plenty of ground—from the Ecuadorian Andes to the Amazon—with a private guide and vehicle. Leave itinerary planning to experts who know the challenging terrain in Ecuador. Learn about rainforest biodiversity, the customs of indigenous communities, and hike up snow-capped Cotopaxi. Your guide will be with you to assist with any language barriers.

Relax your weary muscles after days of sightseeing when you book a tour to the volcanic hot springs of Papallacta. Depart from Quito in private transportation and head to the springs that are said to have healing properties by the local Andean community. Enjoy hours of relaxation time in the pools, learn about the facilities from your guide, and admire the surrounding views.

Tour the capital city of Quito at your leisure aboard this popular hop-on hop-off bus tour. Enjoy hassle-free double-decker transportation through narrow city streets as you make your way to numerous city attractions and landmarks. Choose to get off at any of the stops and make the most of your time in Quito.

Visit one of the most beautiful nouagres in Ecuador, which is the level forest where we will connect with nature and learn about it, visiting unique places with animals and plants that we will not be able to leave without photographing them. Come and be entertained by this adventure where our guides will give you the best of them so that your experience is unique

See the incredible and unique birdlife of Ecuador with this birding excursion with an experienced guide. Departing in the early morning from Quito City or Mindo town, travel to private reserves and sanctuaries to discover species in their natural habitat. Potential spots include the Schistes geoffroyi, Andigena laminirostris and the Tangara heinei. The necessary equipment including a spotting scope, binoculars and tuned bird calls are included.

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On the Quilotoa tour from Quito, you will discover a natural wonder of the Ecuadorian Andes, its beauty is recognized as one of the 15 most beautiful lagoons in the world, the cultural stops that we make will strengthen our knowledge and help us understand and learn about the indigenous traditions, which will explain to us what their daily life is like. If you are visiting Ecuador, you cannot miss this beautiful place on a one-day trip with a Professional Guide and all tickets included.

Experience a private 3-in-1 experience that combines nature, culture and local flavors in one day. Escape the busy streets of Quito with hotel transfers included and enter the lush Mindo Cloud Forest, famous for its biodiversity. Marvel at waterfalls, butterflies and exotic birds, and complement the experience with a visit to a chocolate factory, where you will know the artisan process of one of the most representative products in Ecuador. Travel comfortably in a private vehicle and enjoy a carefree day, designed to explore at your own pace with an expert guide. • Private 3-in-1 Tour from Quito • Visit to Mindo Cloud Forest • Waterfall, butterfly and bird watching • Use of birdwatching equipment included • Visit to artisan chocolate factory • Personalized attention from a private guide • Comfortable transportation with pick-up and drop-off

Laguna Quilotoa, a blue-green volcanic crater lake, sits in the rugged Andean countryside south of Quito. With this tour, escape the busy streets of Quito for an all-inclusive day in the Andes, and see Quilotoa Lake from two different lookouts on the crater rim with views of Cotopaxi in the distance. En route back to Quito, spend some time craft workshops in Tigua.

Discover Ecuador’s top birdwatching destinations on this comfortable full day tour. Travel from the scenic high Andes, down through the lush subtropical forests of Mindo. This experience visits most famous birding hotspots: Alambi Hummingbird Sanctuary, Las Cotingas Bird Reserve, and the iconic Cock-of-the-Rock lek. Enjoy relaxed pacing, personalized service in the peaceful cloud forest of Mindo. Expert guidance, and easy walking routes, this tour offers an unforgettable birding. This stationary birdwatching Tour is ideal for photographers who want to capture the best images. To fully enjoy this birdwatching experience and capture the best moments, we recommend bringing your camera with a telephoto lens. Don't forget to pack extra batteries, memory cards, and your charger to ensure you're ready for every photographic opportunity.

Enjoy a day of wildlife and relaxation on a private tour to Papallacta. After hotel pickup, head to the Papallacta Pass where you’re treated to spectacular views of Antisana Volcano and may see an Andean condor. Follow your guide through the cloud forest at Guango Reserve, a bird-lover’s paradise. Have lunch at the Papallacta Hot Spring Complex, then take free time to soak in the natural waters.

Discover the unique landscapes of Ecuador’s Antisana Volcano when you book this full-day excursion from Quito. Learn how volcanic activity, glacial movements, and evolution have created a unique landscape and ecosystem, home to a plethora of wildlife. Explore the area with your private guide and keep your eyes peeled for condors, deer, alpacas, and more.

Take a break from sightseeing in order to relax mind, body, and soul on a day trip to Termas de Papallacta Spa from Quito. A serene experience ideal for tired travelers, this tour covers the thermal springs of Termas de Papallacta Spa. Spend ample time soaking in the steaming waters of the pools, created by volcanic activity and natural heat. Refreshments and entrance fees are included.

Weary travelers seeking a nature escape from the hustle and bustle of Quito should look no further than Mindo. Well off the gringo trail, Mindo is just a two-hour drive from the city and is the perfect place to get in touch with nature. The area is known for its abundance of birds, plants, and butterflies, and also for its cocoa industry - so, on this tour, you can combine natural beauty with learning how to make chocolate. Getting to Mindo independently can be a hassle though, so having a guide join you makes this tour a straightforward option.

Enjoy this full-day tour of Otavalo Marketplace, the largest Indigenous market in Latin America. Departing Quito, you’ll travel to Otavalo Marketplace, to browse stalls for colorful, artisan souvenirs and delicious flavors. See, too, the famous equator monument and stop in Peguche to visit a waterfall and a local family to learn about local music.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Quito and spend a day immersed in Ecuador's natural landscapes on this full-day tour to Quilotoa Lake. Join a small group and head to the turquoise waters of the volcanic crater. Hike down to the waters, where you have free time to explore the area. End your day with a visit to an artisan workshop in Tigua and the Toachi River Canyon.