Quilotoa Crater & Indigenous Market: Private Day Trip

Quito, Ecuador

9 to 10 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

This private tour from Quito reveals the natural splendor of Quilotoa Lake, formed by the collapse of a now-extinct volcano. After leaving Quito, visit a colorful Indigenous Andean market before admiring the lake from an elevated viewpoint. Embark on a downhill hike, opt to rent a mule for the upward journey, and snap photographs of the crater from the top.

Immerse yourself in the Indigenous culture of the Andes
Enjoy your private guide's undivided attention
Refreshments and hotel pickup and drop-off are included
Soak in unique views of the Andes you won’t get anywhere else

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off from/to centrally located hotels in Quito
Professional bilingual Guide
Bottle of purified water
Entrance fee - Community and patent entry

Food and drinks
Tips
Personal expenses
Hotel pick-off and drop-off outside of the city. The extra cost can range from $30 till $70 depending on the number of passengers and location
Mule rental for return from the crater (optional)

$15.00 per person

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Hotels located outside this area will have an additional cost of between 30 and 60 dollars, depending on the number of travelers

Operating hours
.7:30 am

Itinerary

Your tour begins with pickup from your Quito hotel at 8:30am, when you’ll board a private vehicle destined for Quilotoa Lake, which was formed from the collapse of Ecuador’s westernmost volcano.

Midway through the 3-hour journey, you’ll stop at a traditional fruit and vegetable market before arriving at your first viewpoint, from which panoramic views of the turquoise lake and surrounding crater are revealed.

Hike downhill to get closer to the vibrant color of the lake and then opt to either rent a mule or hike back to the summit.

Your tour concludes with hotel drop-off in Quito.

Pujili

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Canon del Rio Toachi

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Laguna Quilotoa

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Quilotoa

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Infant seats available

Most travelers can participate
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Dress code is smart casual
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Operates in all weather conditions, weather may vary please dress appropriately
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Reviews

4.5

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This tour was absolutely incredible...

Jordan U, Mar 2018

This tour was absolutely incredible! The drive was long to Quilotoa from Quito but the bus was great and we made a number of amazing stops along the way! We stopped for some gifts, food, beautiful sites and met some amazing people who live in the mountains. Jorge was our tour guide and he was knowledgeable and fun! The lake was one of the most beautiful things I have ever seen in my life. The hike down was tough but really fun, and riding horses up was amazing. If you go to ecuador this is a must do!