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Latacunga

Welcome to Latacunga, Ecuador's vibrant highland gem! Nestled by the stunning Cotopaxi volcano, this lively town pulses with culture. Explore colorful markets, indulge in mouthwatering local treats like "fritada," and soak in the rich indigenous heritage. Don’t miss the thrilling Mama Negra Festival! With its picturesque views and warm locals, Latacunga is a delightful adventure waiting to unfold!

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Hostal Café Tiana

Nestled in the heart of Latacunga, Hostal Café Tiana offers a charming blend of cozy accommodations and delicious local cuisine, making it a must-visit for travelers seeking an authentic Ecuadorian experience.

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5/5

192 h

Active Ecuador tour 8 days

Guaranteed Departures every sunday year around Highights Quilotoa Crater Lake Cotopaxi National Park Explore Baños city Road biking The Swing of the end of the World Hike to Pailon del Diablo Waterfall Learn about the Culture of the Amazon Canyoning in the tropical rain forest Make organic chocolate fondue with your hands Learn how to use a blowgun Share time with the local indigenous people Paddle the Arajuno River Hike in the Amazon Jungle and search for medicinal plants Volcanic hot springs in Baños Stay at unique places in every location Be led by top Activexpedition experienced guides at every step you take Support sustainable travel to preserve culture and nature

$1,550.00

5/5

Cotopaxi Horseback Riding Tour from Quito – Andes Adventure

Explore Cotopaxi National Park on horseback in an unforgettable journey through nature, culture, and adventure in the heart of the Ecuadorian Andes. This unique tour combines authenticity, safety, and expert guidance all within the park itself, a privilege few tours offer. You’ll ride with two experienced guides: • Your private English-speaking guide, who picks you up in Quito and stays with you all day. • A traditional chagra from Machachi, sharing his knowledge and horsemanship. Picture yourself riding along highland trails, spotting wild horses, and breathing in the fresh mountain air beneath the towering Cotopaxi Volcano. You choose the pace and duration: enjoy a 2-hour scenic ride or go deeper with up to 4 hours of horseback adventure. This isn’t just sightseeing it’s a truly immersive Andean experience.

$250.00

5/5

Photoshoot Flyingdress Ecuador

Why Our Flying Dress Experience in Quito is Truly Unique You don’t need to travel all the way to Greece or Turkey to live the magic of a Flying Dress photoshoot — Ecuador offers breathtaking scenery and dreamlike locations that make your session just as stunning (if not more!). From colonial architecture to panoramic city views, the Historic Center of Quito provides the perfect backdrop for unforgettable photos. With its vibrant culture and hidden gems, Ecuador turns your photoshoot into a once-in-a-lifetime experience. What makes it even better? It’s accessible, personalized, and crafted just for you — no long flights required.

$200.00

5/5

Tour Quito to Baños visiting Cotopaxi Volcano & Quilotoa Lagoon

We connect authentic tourist destinations, local communities, and families, taking independent travelers to places others don't visit. We handle the logistics so you can focus on enjoying yourself: transportation, paid activities, and the flexibility to stay as long as you like. Enjoy the Quito- Baños adventure with the Jacamar Pass! Discover Ecuador in the most incredible way. Travel from Quito to Baños in a single day filled with epic landscapes, authentic culture, and unforgettable experiences. With Wanderbus, you'll visit Cotopaxi National Park and Quilotoa Lagoon, all while making your way to Baños on a unique tour you won't find anywhere else.

$191.00

5/5

144 h

6-Day Ecuador Multisport Package

This Multisport Ecuador tour takes place in two different regions, traversing through the heights of the Andes, with its spectacular volcanoes, down into the lush Amazon basin. This is the ideal combination for guests who enjoy adventures with a wide variety of activities. This tour includes activities such as hiking into a crater lake, exploring a cave, canyoning in the jungle, paddling rapids in the amazon and hiking to glaciers. Join us for 6 days of pure adventure and adrenaline as we immerse ourselves in nature and make memories that will last a lifetime!

$1,935.00

5/5

120 h

4 or 5-Day Tour Cuenca,Alausi,Baños,Quilotoa,Cotopaxi and Quito

On this spectacular four-day tour (optional an additional 5th day to visit Mindo Cloud Forest and the Middle of the World monument at the end), departing from Cuenca, you will have the opportunity to visit several of Ecuador's tourist attractions, a combination of nature and culture, an ideal tour for people who want to walk along paths with volcanoes, lagoons, waterfalls, colonial cities, archaeological sites, indigenous markets, etc. We invite you to take this tour and Experience the authentic! Check our tripadvisor photo gallery. ONE WAY: CUENCA - ALAUSI-CHIMBORAZO - BAÑOS - QUILOTOA - COTOPAXI - QUITO (optional an additional 5th day with an extra charge, to visit Mindo Cloud Forest and the Middle of the World monument at the end is possible)

$695.00

5/5

Full-day Quilotoa

Embark on an extraordinary adventure with our Full-Day Quilotoa Tour, with expert guides and off-the-beaten-path exploration that redefines your travel experience. Discover the stunning Quilotoa Crater Lake while savoring the beauty of the Andean landscape, connecting with indigenous communities, and enjoying a delicious Ecuadorian lunch. We prioritize sustainability and respect for nature, while providing comfortable transportation and creating unforgettable memories. This tour promises a unique combination of adventure, culture and natural wonders that sets it apart from the rest. Reserve your seat today and make your travel dreams come true in the heart of the Ecuadorian Andes!

$90.00

5/5

Cotopaxi National Park Private Tour from Quito with Guide

Visiting one of the highest active volcanoes in the world is an unforgettable experience. Our tour allows you to explore Cotopaxi National Park safely and comfortably with the support of a local mountain guide who joins the experience inside the park. You will travel by 4x4 vehicle to the José Rivas Refuge, located high on the slopes of the volcano, where you can enjoy breathtaking views and experience walking at high altitude. The tour also includes visits to Limpiopungo Lagoon and the Interpretation Center, where you can learn more about the geology, wildlife, and history of the park. To complete the experience, we suggest a stop at a traditional local restaurant after leaving the park, giving you the chance to enjoy authentic Ecuadorian cuisine while surrounded by the landscapes of the Andes.

$199.00

5/5

Tour to Mindo, Private and Shared

Live an unforgettable experience in a unique natural environment, surrounded by a magical forest declared a Biosphere Reserve. The tour to Mindo will allow you to connect with the tranquility of the Andean Choco while exploring its incredible biodiversity, among lush flora and fascinating fauna. Along the way we will appreciate hummingbirds, squirrels and butterflies, and finally we will enjoy a tasting of delicious Ecuadorian chocolate.

$79.00

5/5

Premium Cotopaxi Full Day Tour

With unique Andean views along the way, and surrounded by the beautiful local flora and fauna, this is the best chance to experience one of the most incredible places of the region, the adventure to Cotopaxi National Park. This is the perfect opportunity to enjoy of a hiking admiring the Andes, see iconic birds such as the Andean condor, be surrounded of a chuquiragua garden, and visit a Country House with more than 3 centuries of history.

$145.00

5/5

168 h

Top Ten Wonders of Ecuador Tour from Quito end in Cuenca

This is a nice tour for you, in this trip you have the opportunity to visit part of the Andean Highlands while you go along the Volcanoes Avenue, you´ll go down to enjoy the beauty of the jungle. It is a ideal journey for people who want to walk along paths with volcanoes, lagoons, waterfalls, colonial cities, archaeological sites, indigenous markets, etc. We will start in Quito and end in Cuenca. Check our tripadvisor photo gallery. ONE WAY: QUITO TO CUENCA

$1,217.00

5/5

8 h

Quilotoa Lagoon Tour – All Inclusive Day Trip from Quito

Discover the impressive beauty of the Illinizas Ecological Reserve and immerse yourself in the natural wonders of the Quilotoa Lagoon. Nestled within this picturesque reserve, the Quilotoa lagoon offers an unforgettable experience with its impressive dimensions: an average diameter of three kilometers and an astonishing depth of 270 meters. Marvel at the mesmerizing green hues of the lagoon, a result of the rich mineral composition and the captivating reflection of the sky above. As day turns to night, witness a stunning transformation as the lagoon turns a brilliant turquoise, courtesy of the cooler temperatures.

$150.00

5/5

Day Trip to Cotopaxi Volcano Adventure

This tour is totally personalized, complete you will also know everything about the attractions on the route with the vast knowledge of our experienced and professional guides. You can also go up to 4800 meters and sometimes there you can be on the glacial of this majestic volcano. Completely free, you have the right to a delicious typical ice cream of the region that you can only find in this beautiful country. This is an excursion in the Andes region with a cold climate, so we recommend wearing warm clothing such as gloves, a hat, and waterproof clothing.

$59.00

5/5

120 h

Slow travel through Cotopaxi, Quilotoa, Banos and Amazon Rainforest

In the limited embrace of time, the vast wonders of Ecuador beckon. Imagine standing on the precipice of one of the world's loftiest active volcanoes, its history etched deep into the earth, marked by a cataclysmic eruption some 800 years past that sculpted a caldera spanning three kilometers. Feel the pulse of the land as you navigate the roaring rapids of Ecuador's most spirited rivers, each wave a testament to nature's raw power. From dizzying heights, dare to rappel, unveiling vistas that stir the very soul. And when the thrill subsides, let the therapeutic embrace of hot springs restore you. But the crescendo of this journey? A tryst with the Amazon Rainforest. Here, nature's symphony plays uninterrupted. Bathe in the verdant embrace of the forest, listen to the whispers of Pacha Mama, and delve into the age-old secrets held by local communities. If fortune favors, you might even unearth the mystical rites of the sacred. A sensory odyssey awaits.

$1,200.00

5/5

9 h

Quilotoa Lagoon full day (all inclusive)

Enjoy the volcanic scenery of the Andes. Explore "The Avenue of the Volcanoes". Mountains and green pastures are your companions on the journey. See local people who were descendants of Panzaleos (ancient civilization). Dare to taste a guinea pig that is roasted above hot charcoal, this meat is considered a delicacy to people who are living in the rural areas. Surprising yourself to see a beautiful water filled volcanic caldera. Hike down to the shore of the lagoon and feel the energy of this millennial lagoon that was the result of a volcanic eruption 800 years ago. Quilotoa witnessed the last journey of the Inca mummy.

$119.00

5/5

8 h

Private Tour from Quito to Cotopaxi Volcano + Rose Plantation

Volcanoes and roses? If possible! In a full day private tour from Quito we can visit the lower part of the Cotopaxi National Park, enter its interpretation center, have lunch (not included) in one of the oldest and most historic haciendas in Ecuador, and finally visit a plantation. to know the planting and cultivation process of one of our main export products such as the Ecuadorian Rose.

$125.00

5/5

240 h

Best of Ecuador's Mainland in 10 Days

On this trip you will be able to get a good grasp of what is Ecuador, the trip will combine, beautiful sceneries, history, culture, and fun activities. Our English-speaking drivers are knowledgeable and experienced and among other things, they will keep you safe and having fun. we will visit markets, museums, beautiful locations and more...

$2,995.00

5/5

Full-day Cotopaxi

On our 1-day tour of El Cotopaxi, the largest active volcano in Ecuador and the world. We have the perfect mix between nature and adventure, combining 3 main activities: - Starting with the walk to the José Rivas shelter. - When we get down from the refuge we will go downhill by bicycle (optional but very fun activity) from the upper part of the volcano to the lower part of the park. - Finally, making a stop at Limpiopungo Lagoon, famous for reflecting the area's mountains in its crystalline waters. With its majestic snow-capped summit and imposing presence, it attracts mountaineers and nature lovers alike.

$90.00

5/5

10 h 30 mins

Full-Day Tour to Quilotoa Lagoon From Baños with Lunch

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 Yambo Lagoon, the famous artists village, Tigua, and more... It is a full-day tour, with lunch included, highly recommended.

$145.00

5/5

10 h

Quilotoa Crater Lake Private Day Tour: Trekking, Market, Art and Llamas

A tour to the Quilotoa Crater Lake is a must if you are visiting Ecuador. It´s a perfect day, where you can explore the beautiful Andes region. On the way to Quilotoa you will be able to take in the sights of the Avenue of Volcanoes including the Cotopaxi. Before going up to Quilotoa we will first stop and visit a traditional indigenous market, then we will make a stop at the town of Tigua renowned for its unique art style and handcrafted wooden masks of endemic wildlife and local legends, you will also have a chance to take a picture with a llama and traditional Andean homes at the Toachi Canyon. Once you arrive at Quilotoa you will have time to take in the amazing sights, trek down to the lake bottom, kayak on the lake and come back up riding a mule or horse. We will have lunch in town and head back to Quito before the fog comes down. Truly a fun packed day with tons of culture, art, landscapes and outdoor activities.