Full Day Quilotoa
Zumbahua, Ecuador
Price
$320,00
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Overview
Among the enchanted forests of Ecuador, is the Los Ilinizas Ecological Reserve, a tourist destination that captivates with its splendor. Within it resides the majestic Quilotoa Volcano, whose turquoise waters reflect the wonders of nature. To get to such a magical place, you must enter a path that winds towards Latacunga, and then ascend to the crater of the volcano, where you can see the peaks of the volcanoes that surround the region. There, you can embrace the natural beauty, and delve into the history and legends of the place, exploring the town of Zumbahua, famous for its tigua art.
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HIGHLIGHTS
Location: Town of Zumbahua, Canton Pujilí, Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador.
Duration: 13 hours
Maximum: 30 pax
Required age: 13+
Type of tour: Traditional
Language: English/Spanish
Maximum altitude: 3.900 masl
Minimum altitude: 2.850 masl
Physical Level: Low-medium
Tour start time: 6:00 a.m.
Included/Excluded
- ✅Certified Bilingual Guides
- ✅Tourist transportation
- ✅Entrance fees to establishments
- ❌Travel Insurance
- ❌Hydration
- ❌Food
- ❌Souvenirs
- ❌Tips
- ❌Optional activities.
- ❌Extra expenses not specified in the tour
Tour Plan
DESCRIPTION
Within the Los Ilinizas Ecological Reserve, one of the main attractions is the turquoise lagoon that is located in the crater of the Quilotoa Volcano, the wonderful landscapes make this tourist attraction an experience that you cannot miss, we will take a tour to Latacunga to climb towards the immense crater of the Quilotoa volcano, (but not before having observed the volcanoes that are on the way, such as Sincholagua, Rumiñahui, Tungurahua, Ilinizas, Corazón, Atacazo and the imposing Chimborazo) located in the Pujilí canton of the Cotopaxi province, within this attraction we can observe and beautify ourselves with its turquoise lagoon, its spectacular landscape, history and legends of Quilotoa or “Princess Toa”.
We can also admire the art of the Zumbahua town, where we will admire the tigua art pieces. The Los Ilinizas Ecological Reserve is one of the most impressive tourist destinations in Ecuador, which has an unparalleled natural landscape. In the heart of this reserve is the Quilotoa Volcano, whose turquoise lagoon is one of the main tourist attractions in the area. To get to this wonderful place, we will take a tour to Latacunga and then we will climb towards the immense crater of the Quilotoa volcano. Along the way, we will be able to observe the volcanoes that surround the area, such as Sincholagua, Rumiñahui, Tungurahua, Ilinizas, Corazón, Atacazo and the majestic Chimborazo. Once in Quilotoa, we can admire its spectacular landscape, as well as learn more about its history and legends, such as the legend of the "Princess Toa". In addition, we can explore the town of Zumbahua, which has a rich Tigua artistic tradition, and admire the impressive works of art created by local artisans. In short, visiting the Quilotoa Volcano is an unforgettable experience that you cannot miss if you visit Ecuador.
PLACES TO VISIT
- Quilotoa Volcano
- Indigenous community of Tigua
POINT OF EXIT
Private Tour: Pick Up Hotel
Shared Tour: United Nations Bulevar-Quito
NECESSARY EQUIPMENT - WHAT TO BRING
- Comfortable clothes for walking
- Insect repellent
- 1 liter of water
- Sun hat
- Sun block
- Thermal sweater
- Waterproof sweater
- Comfortable and well-worn shoes
ITINERARY
06:00 Departure from the meeting point
07:30 Breakfast
10:30 Quilotoa View Point
13:00 Lunch
15:00 Indigenous community of Tigua
15:30 Return to Quito
18:45 Drop Off
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