Visit Quilotoa

Rated 5 Stars, based on 475 Reviews.

At three hours from Quito we find the Ecological Reserve Los Ilinizas where one of its main attractions is the turquoise lagoon that is located in the crater of Quilotoa, the wonderful landscapes make this tourist attraction an experience that you can not miss if you are in Ecuador.

Rated 4 Stars, based on 170 Reviews.

….Get the best of all worlds and combine history, nature and shopping on a full day guided tour from Quito. You'll witness spectacular scenery, see the active volcano Cotopaxi and the Limpiopungo Lagoon – all before returning back to Quito! It's a tour that visits two major tourist attractions in a single day. On the way to the Cotopaxi National Park, you will have the opportunity to drink tea to prevent altitude sickness.

Rated 5 Stars, based on 25 Reviews.

With this day tour you get the opportunity to visit the breathtaking Quilotoa Crater lake, located about 2.5 hours south of Quito this emerald colored lake is one of a kind. You will get the opportunity to visit a local indigenous market and hike down to the lake and even go for a swim if you like!

Rated 4.5 Stars, based on 24 Reviews.

Quilotoa lagoon is the most beautiful lagoon in Ecuador, we will make some stops before we go to the lake. First we will visit a local family and we will learn about the guiena pigs, then we will go to Tigua and learn about their culture and art and we will visit Quilotoa lakgoon. At the lagoon you can walk all the way down and enjoy the amazing views.

Rated 5 Stars, based on 174 Reviews.

You will travel with a local guide that will show you the best highlight of the Andes and Baños, on this tour you will learn about our indigenous cultures, you will visit the communities and also you will enjoy the nature and have time for adventure. We will let you enjoy at any stop so you don´t have to run, remember the most important is to visit this places and don´t miss the stops. We are ecuadorians and we know our country and we want to share everything with you, so don´t rush and discover the autentic of our country with us. The order of the itinerary may vary according to operating conditions, however at the end of the tour you will visit the attractions mentioned in the detail. The order of the days may vary, we will inform you of the final itinerary one day before the tour.

In this tour, we will visit the Quilotoa Lagoon which is in the Cotopaxi Province by the town of Pujili. It is a unique tourist attraction in South America and is considered one of the 15 most beautiful volcano crater lagoons in the world. We will also visit an indigenous market, an indigenous hut, and more… It is a full-day tour, with lunch included, highly recommended.

This full-day Ecuadorian cultural tour takes you to one of the most beautiful lagoons in Ecuador and South America, the amazing Laguna Quilotoa. In addition to hiking this breathtaking natural wonder, you will visit a local village and a native house, learn about the Ecuadorian culture, try some local food, and admire the Toachi Canyon Crater.

Rated 5 Stars, based on 48 Reviews.

In the heart of Ecuador, as dawn breaks, our journey of discovery commences. On select days, the vibrant tapestries of the Saquisilli (Thursdays) or Pujili (Sundays) markets beckon, offering a glimpse into the rich tapestry of indigenous life. As we traverse towards the Laguna Quilotoa, a shimmering emerald marvel cradled within a volcanic embrace, the Andean mountains stand sentinel, their majesty punctuated by the ancient Zumbahua canyon and the whispers of time in indigenous hamlets and verdant farmlands. This odyssey, winding through some of the nation's most untouched realms, pauses at an indigenous abode, where the stories of the land come alive through its people. So, brace yourself, for this is not just a journey, but an immersion – a dance of culture and nature's grandeur.

Rated 5 Stars, based on 1 Reviews.

Visit the Ecuador highlands and see many Andean landscapes on the Avenue of the Volcanoes. Little by little, you will discover different cultures and customs. Our eyes will be attracted by extensive plantations of barley, potatoes, turnips, oats and maybe on the way you will dare to savor a delicious and exotic guinea pig. Do one of the best activities in Ecuador; hiking in the middle of the Quilotoa Crater and feel a special connection with Pacha Mama (Mother Nature). Spend a nice day in the adventure capital of Ecuador. Walking on the old road used for many locals to cross over from the amazon region to highlands. Your adrenaline will flow when you go from one side to another over rivers either by ziplining or in Tarabita (cable car). If you dare, in a short time you will be under one of the 8 most beautiful waterfalls in the world. The crystalline waterfalls will purify your soul and desire you to stay in this place forever.

Enjoy a full day to the crater of Quilotoa, in the community of Zumbahua. On the way you will visit a local market, indigenas hut, a sightseeing, and finally hike down to the lagoon. Quilotoa is an exotic volcano with a beautiful lagoon inside its crater. The emerald colored waters offer the opportunity for kayaking after a joyful walk to the beach of the lagoon. On the way to this volcano we will have the opportunity to visit an indigenous market to share with the locals. Following that that, be part of the normal living of the people that lives in the highlands, and a last stop at the Toachi Canyon for the famous picture of the end of the world. After you reach the bottom and have enjoyed the kayak you will return to the town of Quilotoa for lunch, after which you’ll return to Quito.

In two days you will visit the main attractions in the Andes: the second highest volcano Cotopaxi and the most beautiful lake, Quilotoa. The order of the days may vary, we will inform you of the final itinerary one day before the tour.

Quilotoa Lagoon is a beautiful place in Ecuador that you must visit. The landscape is amazing. The caldera was formed by the collapse of a volcano following a catastrophic eruption about 600 years ago. We can go down walking, do kayac and return by mule, it is an awesome experience.

Don't waste time waiting for large group-tours and avoid unnecessary crowds! Stop anywhere you want during your journey and take unforgettable pictures with the most stunning landscapes! On this private cultural full-day-excursion have the opportunity to visit a local indian market, where you will see different cultural interactions, and very varied local products. Do a very nice and challenging downhill hike into a charming volcanic crater and enjoy a real lifetime experience!! Make your visit to Quilotoa an unforgettable adventure with us!!

Quilotoa loop tour takes you for a full-day trip to hike in Quilotao Lagoon and its surrounding areas. Visit Saquisilí, Zumbahua and Tigua Villages. Drive through the unforgettable mountain villages settled on the Avenue of the Volcanoes. Get close to the local community and farmers in the surrounding areas and experience enriching encounters with local culture. Join a group of fellow travellers and discover the beauty on the Andean landscape.

Two spectacular excursions in one day…… This full-day outing allows you to discover two fascinating places in the Ecuadorian Andes, the Cotopaxi volcano, one of the highest active volcanoes in the world, and the stunning lagoon of the Quilotoa volcano, which with its turquoise waters gives us a breathtaking view of the Andes.

The Quilotoa Volcano, a of the natural wonders of Ecuador !! This lagoon is located in the crater of this volcano, which is why it has many minerals which make its color changes constantly, on the Quilotoa tour, you will appreciate this wonder, along with the typical indigenous markets, located in areas near the volcano, this depends on the day of the tour, it is an impossible adventure to lose !!

Lake Quilotoa is located in the province of Cotopaxi, in the town of Pujili. It is a unique tourist attraction in South America and considered one of the 15 most beautiful volcanic lakes in the world.

This walk is unique, you can enjoy the best landscapes and you can also meet the communities that live near the lagoon. Our guides will take you through the best paths so you can relax, enjoy nature and take the best pictures of this place.

In just two days you will visit the most beautifull lake of Ecuador and Baños, the adventure city. You will be able to visit the turquoise lake and see the Devil´s Cualdron waterfall, the swing at the end of the world and ride the cable car over the Pastaza river. You will travel safely with expert guides who will let you know all the attractions like a local and will take you to try the best typical food in the area. It is an adventure tour with a lot of nature and outdoor activities

Get to know a wonderful place full of magical and colorful landscape discover the Quilotoa lagoon 138 kilometers from the city of Quito, we will go through your hotel or accommodation and go to beautiful places, such as the population of Tigua to know their ancestral ability in making handicrafts, then we continue towards the volcanic landscape known as the caldera, where upon arrival we descend for half an hour on a spectacular walk to this Quilotoa lagoon, on the way we can see deer, rabbits, foxes, wolves among other animals that inhabit this place, back arriving again at the top where we can get the best pictures. Returning to the city of Quito, we visit the town of Sumbahua to learn about its interesting handicrafts.