Cotopaxi & Quilotoa Day Trip from Quito

Discover two of Ecuador’s most spectacular natural landmarks in one day with this Cotopaxi & Quilotoa Full Day from Quito. This private full day tour includes the entrance fee to Cotopaxi National Park and takes you to the snow-capped Cotopaxi Volcano and the turquoise Quilotoa Crater Lake, with door-to-door transport from your hotel or Airbnb in Quito.

A bilingual guide will accompany you throughout the day to share more insight about the volcanoes, local culture, and landscape, making the experience more enriching and enjoyable. This is an ideal option if you have limited time in Ecuador and want to see both a high Andean volcano and the stunning Quilotoa Crater Lake without worrying about logistics. Your private driver takes care of the route and timings while you enjoy the views, short walks, and photo stops at your own pace.

Highlights of the Cotopaxi & Quilotoa Full Day

• Enjoy impressive Andean landscapes and highland scenery along the way from Quito.
• Visit Cotopaxi National Park, home to one of the world’s highest active volcanoes, with opportunities to see páramo landscapes, Limpiopungo Lagoon and Andean wildlife.
• Continue to the breathtaking Quilotoa Crater Lake, famous for its intense turquoise water and dramatic crater walls.
• Enjoy short walks to viewpoints, photo stops and the chance to visit local villages or artisan markets along the route, depending on time and your interests.
• Make the most of your day with private transport, allowing you to adjust the pace, number of stops and time spent at each attraction.

A typical Cotopaxi & Quilotoa full day tour lasts around 10–12 hours door-to-door from Quito, depending on traffic, weather and how long you decide to stay at each stop.

What’s Included in Your Private Full Day Tour

Included

• Bilingual tour guide providing assistance and clear explanations at each stop, suggesting the best viewpoints and local spots based on your interests.

• Private transportation in an SUV, minivan, van, or bus depending on the number of passengers, for the entire Cotopaxi & Quilotoa day trip route, with round-trip service from Quito.

• Pick-up and drop-off at hotels, Airbnbs, and the airport area in Quito.
• All fuel, tolls, and parking fees during the full-day trip.
• Bottled water on board.

Not Included

• Tips are optional and not included in the tour price; any tipping is entirely up to you.
• Meals and drinks are not included, but we’ll be happy to recommend good local places along the way.
• Entrance fees to tourist attractions are not included.

Who Is This Cotopaxi & Quilotoa Full Day For?

This Cotopaxi & Quilotoa Full Day from Quito is perfect for travelers who want to make the most of a single day to see two of Ecuador’s top natural attractions. It is ideal for:

• Ideal for travelers who want to make the most of their visit to Ecuador by combining two of the country’s most impressive destinations into a single experience.
• Couples, friends or families who prefer the comfort and flexibility of a private vehicle instead of a shared bus tour.
• Nature lovers and photographers looking to capture volcano views, high Andean landscapes and a turquoise crater lake.

You do not need to be an expert hiker. Most viewpoints are accessible by car with short walks; longer hikes (such as walking down to the Quilotoa lake and back up) are optional and depend on your fitness level and time.