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The most authentic experience inside the Cotopaxi national park.

* ONLY HORSEBACK RIDE experience inside this National park. Others do it from outside the park. * Perfect balance between horseback ride and hike TWO different landscapes. *Forget about painful lines to enter to the NP by entering by a NO TOURISTY WAY and leaving by the regular way. * No need horseback riding previous experience We start at 7 am from Quito and will take a different way to enter to the National park and will leave by the regular national park entrance gate. Driving through 3 volcanoes PASOCHOA, RUMIÑAHUI and SINCHOLAGUA going through the real AVENUE OF THE VOLCANOES. 1st activity: HORSEBACK RIDE. After this horseback ride experience, we will drive for about half hour until the parking lot located on the 14800 feet or 4700 mts above sea level from where the hike to the BASE CAMP will start. If you are not an adventurous person, don't like bumpy roads, get bothered for changing weather or heart problems. DO NOT JOIN this experience.

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Cotopaxi tour from Quito -horseback ride and hike-NO TOURISTY way

9 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(456)

from $130

Price varies by group size

For travelers who have never been to Banos, it can be difficult figuring out how to plan your time. Take the stress out of your trip with this Banos Full-Day Tour from Quito that plans your activities for you with entrance fees included. Visit the small town of Machachi, Cotopaxi National Park, La Casa del Arbol, and Devil's Cauldron waterfall all with a guide who knows the ins and outs of the area.

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Baños Full Day Tour from Quito Including Entrances and Activities

14 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(698)

from $89

Price varies by group size

We are direct operators We start in Baños de Agua Santa first place to visit miramera viewpoint to have our first approach in the Amazon jungle then we will visit the hello life reserve we will have a walk and in the waterfall you can take a refreshing bath at the end we will go to a restaurant to taste a Lunch and continuing with the tour we will have the descent down the Puyo River in typical canoes, at the end we will visit the Cotococha community to experience life in the natural state of the native Kichuas. We will continue to visit the highest natural viewpoint in the jungle, an ideal place to practice in the liana de tarzan and rest in the hammock to finish we will have a visit to CACAO farm where we make handmade chocolate and be able to taste it. Day full of adventure, culture and adrenaline, because we have the best personalized tour based on recommendations from our clients with certified guides, excellent food and quality transportation!!!

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Visit the Ecuadorian Amazon

11 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(45)

from $35

Experience a mix of nature and local flavours on this 3-in-1 private tour. Escape the busy streets of Quito—hotel transfers are included for a seamless experience—and immerse yourself in nature during a visit to Mindo Cloud Forest. You can also visit a chocolate factory and coffee plantation to see how these products are made. Travel in comfort in a private vehicle throughout the day, skipping the hassle of organizing transportation.

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Mindo Cloud Forest Private Tour: Chocolate, Coffee, Birds, Nature

5 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(214)

from $90

Tour to the Amazon for one day

10 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(12)

from $40

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.

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Cotopaxi Full-Day from Quito Including Entrances

12 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(1,444)

from $59

Price varies by group size

Baños and Upper Amazon Day Trip

11 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(58)

from $175

Price varies by group size

Explore the iconic area of Bartolome Island on a full-day tour from Puerto Ayora. This volcanic island is rich in biodiversity both on land and underwater. Take in the beautiful landscapes from the viewpoint at the top of the island and discover the abundant marine life with a snorkeling excursion. Enjoy a boxed lunch and listen to informative commentary from your guide throughout the day.

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Bartolome Island Full Day Tour

10 hours

4.8

(21)

from $378

Skip crowded boat tours for a small-group experience that takes you to San Cristobal's best spots—with personal attention guaranteed. Visit locations such as Cerro Brujo, Sardina Bay, and Punta Pitt, and snorkel at three top hotspots for marine life: Rosa Blanca, Sardina Bay, and Kicker Rock. Swim amongst tropical fish, sea turtles, and rays, with all snorkeling equipment provided for ease.

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San Cristobal Galapagos 360 - Snorkeling Tour (Kicker Rock)

9 hours

4.5

(41)

from $270

Private and Personalized City Tour of Quito Teleferico and Middle of the World

8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(578)

from $155

Price varies by group size

The countryside surrounding Cuenca in the southern Ecuadorean Andes is home to some of the country’s most important archaeological sites and artisan villages. If you have limited time in Cuenca, this tour combines two top attractions into a single day trip. Tour Ingapirca, the largest Incan site in Ecuador, as well as Gualaceo and Chordeleg, villages known for their silver filigree and hand-woven shawls.

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Full-Day Ingapirca, Gualaceo & Chordeleg from Cuenca

9 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(169)

from $63

Price varies by group size

This private and personalized tour is the perfect choice for nature lovers. Enjoy the freedom and flexibility to request exactly what you want to see, from famous waterfalls to ziplines and swings. A guide customizes the itinerary based on your interests, and lunch is included as an added bonus. Possible points on the itinerary include the Piscinas de la Virgen waterfall, the swing at La Casa del Árbol and the Pailón del Diablo waterfall.

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Full Day Baths

8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(165)

from $60

Cover all of Quito’s important sights in just one day when you book this sightseeing excursion. Join a small group and take a ride on the cable car for unparalleled views of the Ecuadorian capital. See the equator line at the Middle of the World monument, go inside the neogothic Quito Basilica, and take a tour of the historic center of the city. Hotel pickup is included for your convenience.

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Full Day City tour of Quito -All main attractions WITH ADMISSIONS

8 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(126)

from $130

Price varies by group size

Route of the 8 Waterfalls in Baños

5 hours

5.0

(28)

from $60

Price varies by group size

Discover the wonders of San Cristobal Island stress-free on a full-day small-group tour. This comprehensive excursion seamlessly blends land and water exploration, offering the best of the island’s landscapes, species, and sites. Between a private nature walk and group snorkel opportunities, you enjoy up-close views of sea lions, marine birds, iguanas, sea turtles, sharks, and more. Top-notch snorkel gear and wetsuits are provided for additional convenience.

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Day tour to San Cristobal Island with private Land Tour and snorkeling

10 hours

4.9

(28)

from $269

Price varies by group size

Otavalo Indian Market Private Day Tour

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(6)

from $109

Price varies by group size

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Otavalo Unveiled: A Day Journey Through Time and Tradition!

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(43)

from $69

Price varies by group size

Get up close and personal with the exotic wildlife and beautiful scenery of the Amazon during this 11-hour day trip to Puyo. Join your experienced naturalist guides as you explore a rescue center for animals like ocelots, caimans and monkeys, swim near a beautiful waterfall, paddle a canoe on the Puyo river and visit with a local Quechua community. This Amazon jungle adventure also includes lunch and all activities.

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Amazon Tour in Ecuador: Puyo Day Trip from Baños

8 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

(86)

from $85

See condors and other wildlife in their natural habitat. This private day trip with transit from Quito brings you to Reserva Chakana, where you’ll see incredible Andean condor, hummingbirds, and dozens of other bird species, and possibly the Andean Spectacled Bear. Hike and explore the preserve, visiting a beautiful lagoon and enjoying volcano views. Stop for lunch at Tambo Condor (cost not included), with a condor nest viewpoint, before returning to your hotel.

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Antisana Condor Sanctuary & Hummingbird Observatory day trip

7 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(23)

from $128

Price varies by group size

Don’t worry about confusing and time-consuming public transit in Quito; instead, opt for a comprehensive full-day excursion which covers several city highlights and includes private transportation. Ideal for visitors with limited time in the city, visit the Intiñan Museum, tour the old town, and more in the company of a local guide, learning more than you could if exploring independently.

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Full Day Middle of the World, Cable Car and Quito City Shared Tour

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(69)

from $65

Seymour North Island & Las Bachas Full-Day Tour

9 hoursFree Cancellation

3.4

(10)

from $378

Experience convenience and personalized attention on this private guided tour from Quito. Let go of logistical worries with convenient pickup from your preferred location—such as your hotel or accommodation—and then visit the world-renowned destination of the Mitad del Mundo equator line. Afterwards, ascend via the TelefériQo cable car for spectacular vistas of volcanoes and the cityscape.

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Middle of the world and Cable car Private tour

5 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(189)

from $85

Price varies by group size

The Galapagos Islands are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most bio-diverse places on earth, but you don’t have to take a pricey multi-day tour to experience Ecuador’s wildlife haven. Discover Floreana Island on this full-day tour from Puerto Ayora, including highlights such as the Scalecias Forest, Asilo de la Paz, and the Black Beach, where you can swim and snorkel. Hotel pickup is included.

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Full Day Floreana Tour

7 hoursFree Cancellation

3.5

(20)

from $220

Spend a day immersed in the beauty of Ecuador’s Mindo Cloud Forest when you embark on this full-day tour from Quito. Hike into the forest with a private guide and visit a butterfly farm, learn how to take photos of hummingbirds, spot several species of birds, and see beautiful waterfalls. You also have the option to include other activities like tubing or ziplining (at an additional cost).

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Full-Day Mindo Cloud Forest Tour Birdwatching Waterfalls and Hike

10 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(104)

from $189

Price varies by group size

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Top Attractions in Ecuador

Cotopaxi National Park

Presidential Palace

Santa Cruz Island (Isla Santa Cruz)

Middle of the World Monument (La Mitad del Mundo)

Mindo Cloud Forest

Church of the Society of Jesus (Iglesia La Compañía de Jesús)

Cotopaxi National Park

Presidential Palace

Santa Cruz Island (Isla Santa Cruz)

Middle of the World Monument (La Mitad del Mundo)

Mindo Cloud Forest

Church of the Society of Jesus (Iglesia La Compañía de Jesús)

Cotopaxi National Park

Presidential Palace

Santa Cruz Island (Isla Santa Cruz)

Middle of the World Monument (La Mitad del Mundo)