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15 Best Cotopaxi Tours from Quito

The Cotopaxi days: the refuge hike at 4,800 meters, horseback versions across the paramo and entrances handled throughout. The world’s most photogenic volcano cone earns its calendar slots; the altitude earns respect.

1.Cotopaxi Full-Day from Quito Including Entrances

Explore Ecuador's stunning Cotopaxi Volcano with this full-day tour from Quito. Enjoy scenic stops, guided hikes, and breathtaking views for $59.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Very worthwhile tour. Great guidance hiking to the basecamp. Try to choose a day/time wisely visibility of the volcano summit, which we had intermittently. Awesome!”

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2.Cotopaxi tour from Quito -horseback ride and hike-NO TOURISTY way

Discover Cotopaxi with this private horseback ride and hike, avoiding crowds and experiencing Ecuador’s volcanic landscape like a local.

★ 5.0

“Great tour to see cotopaxi national park - spent about 1 hour riding on the plains, beautiful scenary then climbed up to base camp. Took about 45 mins zig zagging up the mountain, snowed most of way up and lots of snow on the last…”

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3.Cotopaxi Volcano full day tour with all the entrances, every day

Discover Ecuador's stunning Cotopaxi Volcano with this full-day tour from Quito, including all entrances, guides, and scenic stops for an authentic adventure.

★ 5.0

“It was a good tour. I had Pablo as the Driver and Andrea as the guide. Both were fantastic. Knowledgable, warm, friendly. The only thing to be advised about is that I was on a tight schedule and Viator lists this as an 8-hour tour,…”

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4.Cotopaxi & Quilotoa Volcanoes Tour All-in-One Day Trip from Quito

Discover Ecuador's stunning volcanoes and crater lakes on this private day trip from Quito, with flexible pacing, expert guides, and breathtaking scenery.

★ 5.0

“Alexandra was phenomenal! So knowledgeable, fun, and engaging! Our driver was also very friendly and a very good driver! The trip was perfect!”

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5.Cotopaxi Hike and Bike

Join the Cotopaxi Hike and Bike tour for an adventurous day exploring Ecuador’s stunning landscapes, challenging hikes, and downhill biking with expert guides.

★ 5.0

“I was a really beautiful trip! The guides were really nice. But I didn’t like it that we were in a rush because one of the group members had to be on time for here flight. Because of this we really rushed everything. And i…”

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6.3-Day Andes Adventure Visiting Cotopaxi, Quilotoa and Baños

Explore Ecuador’s highlands on this 3-day tour visiting Cotopaxi, Quilotoa, and Baños. Enjoy volcano hikes, cultural stops, waterfalls, and adventure activities.

★ 5.0

“It's a three-day experience visiting Cotopaxi, Quilotoa and Banhos among other places that is perfect if you don't have enough time to do it by yourself. The activity is perfectly coordinated and guided thanks to our excellent official guides Diana, Jennifer, Adrián and their drivers,…”

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7.Full-Day Tour Cotopaxi National Park – All included from Quito

Discover Ecuador's stunning landscapes on this full-day Cotopaxi National Park tour from Quito, featuring hikes, high-altitude refuges, and breathtaking views.

★ 4.5

“This tour was really an adventure. It needs lots of energy and determination. Our Guide Diego was an excellent human being. He helped us a lot to find the best way to go up and down . He explained the geography and the formation of…”

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9.Full-Day Cotopaxi National Park Horseback Ride hike for Beginners

Experience Cotopaxi's breathtaking landscapes with horseback riding and guided hikes. Perfect for beginners seeking adventure near Quito, Ecuador.

★ 5.0

“Thanks to Katy we've had the best experience. She is the best, very kind and patient, and let us take pictures everywhere. Kathy knows everything about the volcano's, animals and ofcourse Quito and Ecuador. It's a beautiful drive from Quito to Cotopaxi. The sport for…”

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10.Cotopaxi Volcano Quest!

Experience the stunning Cotopaxi volcano with this all-in-one full-day tour from Quito. Hike, bike, and explore with expert guides for a memorable adventure.

★ 5.0

“It was an amazing experience, beyond my expectations. Alejandro was a really great guide, i highly recommend this tour. He was really friendly and charismatic, he paid a lot of attention to make sure we were okay as well.”

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12.Premium Cotopaxi -Full Day Bike Trip & Quito Tour

Discover Ecuador’s stunning Cotopaxi National Park on a full-day biking adventure. Experience breathtaking views, wildlife encounters, and a local guide’s insights for an active, authentic day.

★ 5.0

“Jorge was our guide and he was so much fun! We biked downhill from Cotopaxi and enjoyed amazing scenery. He was able to share a lot of knowledge about the area as well. It was an adventure ride - even though one of us fell…”

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13.Cotopaxi & Baños Full Day Tour from Quito Adventure in the Andes

Discover Ecuador's highlights on this full-day tour from Quito, exploring Cotopaxi's stunning volcano, serene lagoon, and Baños’ waterfalls and scenery.

★ 5.0

“Great driver and guide on a busy holiday weekend using Google maps to avoid the crowded streets. We got to see views that most don’t. Fun stops and the ease of having everything taken care of a big plus.”

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14.4 or 5 Day Quito to Cuenca and Cotopaxi,Quilotoa,Baños,Chimborazo

Experience Ecuador's highlights on this 4- or 5-day guided tour from Quito to Cuenca, including Cotopaxi, Quilotoa, Baños, Chimborazo, and more, with expert guides.

★ 5.0

“We went on the 4 day tour and had a fantastic time. Luckily we were the only ones on the tour with our guide, Sebastian, who was able to tailor our itinerary each day. He was a safe driver and knowledgeable about the different sites…”

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15.Cotopaxi National Park Hiking & Biking Tour

Explore Cotopaxi National Park with a full-day hiking and biking tour from Quito. Experience active volcanoes, tropical landscapes, and authentic Ecuadorian scenery for $65.

★ 4.5

“Our tour began on a chaotic note as we were waiting at the meetup spot 5-10 minutes before the tour bus was supposed to be there, but we did not see the bus go by ever. I tried texting and calling the company and could…”

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More Cotopaxi Tours from Quito

5.0Quito to Cuenca 4 or 5-Day Tour with Cotopaxi, Quilotoa, Baños and Chimborazo5 days (approx.)$649.00 5.0Cotopaxi Horseback Riding Tour from Quito Andes Adventure7 to 8 hours (approx.)$250.00 5.0Horseback Riding and Cotopaxi National Park Day Trip8 hours (approx.)$188.10 4.5Cotopaxi Full Day Tour – All included – Guided hike and National Park entrance11 to 12 hours (approx.)$59.00 5.0Private Cotopaxi Volcano Expedition Day6 hours (approx.)$170.00 5.0Cotopaxi Volcano and Colonial Hacienda Day Trip8 to 9 hours (approx.)$161.10 5.0Cotopaxi Volcano and Colonial Farm Day Trip$161.10 5.0Cotopaxi + Quilotoa: Andes Tour 2 days 1 night2 days (approx.)$200.00 5.0Cotopaxi and Quilotoa Volcano Tour – Lunch & Tickets included8 to 10 hours (approx.)$230.00 4.5PRIVATE Tour, Cotopaxi and Quilotoa, Full day7 to 9 hours (approx.)$220.00 4.5Cotopaxi and Quilotoa Volcano, PRIVATE Tour, from Quito, + LUNCH$220.00 5.04 Days Cotopaxi, Quilotoa, Baños and Amazon with hotel and activities included4 days (approx.)$749.00 5.0Cotopaxi Volcano Tour from Quito with Lunch & Entry7 to 8 hours (approx.)$150.00 5.0Cotopaxi and Quilotoa 2-Day 1-Night departures everyday2 days (approx.)$169.00 5.0Strenuously Cotopaxi Volcano and birding by the lagoon (Private)7 to 8 hours (approx.)$118.00 5.0Cotopaxi & Quilotoa 1 day Adventure!9 to 11 hours (approx.)$139.00 5.0Full day Tour Quito to Baños visiting Cotopaxi & Quilotoa7 to 8 hours (approx.)$191.00 5.0Cotopaxi volcano horseback ride and hike8 hours (approx.)$190.00 5.0Cotopaxi MTB / Enduro / Down Hill8 hours (approx.)$200.00 5.0Cotopaxi Hike & Horse1 day (approx.)$220.00 5.0Private Cotopaxi – Quilotoa – Quito – 1 day8 to 10 hours (approx.)$199.00 5.0Cotopaxi Volcano & Limpiopungo Lake7 hours (approx.)$125.00 5.0Cotopaxi Volcano & Papallacta Hot Springs Nature & Relaxation7 to 8 hours (approx.)$240.00 4.5Cotopaxi Volcano from Quito – Private Tours7 to 8 hours (approx.)$100.00

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