Quito
The Quilotoa days from Quito: the crater lagoon’s improbable green-blue, the rim descent and Andean villages along the road south. The lagoon sits in a collapsed volcano at 3,900 meters; the climb back out is the fee.
Experience stunning Quilotoa Lagoon with this full-day guided tour from Quito, including cultural stops and scenic viewpoints for a memorable adventure.
Most Popular“Adrian, our guide, was so informative, patient and supportive on our hike, and overall terrific! Jimmy, our driver, was very kind and maneuvered treacherous road conditions expertly. Quilotoa was beautiful and well worth the visit.”
Discover the stunning Quilotoa Lagoon on a full-day guided tour from Quito, featuring crater views, indigenous crafts, and scenic canyon stops for an authentic Ecuadorian experience.
“We had a great day with the tour. Our guide Adrian was very knowledgeable, considerate, and well-organized. Our driver Jimmy ensured we had a smooth experience.”
Discover Ecuador's stunning volcanoes and crater lakes on this private day trip from Quito, with flexible pacing, expert guides, and breathtaking scenery.
“Pedro met us at our hotel on time and we harassed off to Cotopaxi. It was a beautiful drive unfortunately because of low clouds our visibility was restricted. We stopped and fed alpacas and met a family raising guinea pigs. We could barely make out…”
Explore Ecuador’s highlands on this 3-day tour visiting Cotopaxi, Quilotoa, and Baños. Enjoy volcano hikes, cultural stops, waterfalls, and adventure activities.
“This tour was amazing!!! We took the full 3 day version. Our daughter is 20 years old and the three of us loved it and want to visit Ecuador again. Adrian was the perfect Tour Guide and took every chance to assist , guide, and…”
Discover the stunning Quilotoa Lagoon and Volcanoes Avenue on a guided day trip from Quito, featuring scenic drives, indigenous community visits, and breathtaking views for $89.
“This was a great tour despite it was windy and sand blowing everywhere ,my guide adrian was great very knowledgeable I recommend this tour”
Discover Ecuador’s stunning Quilotoa crater lake with this full-day cultural hike, including scenic views, traditional visits, and optional kayaking.
“Very enjoyable day trip to Quilotoa, including an interesting visit to an indigenous family. Victor was an excellent guide for the day, and Patricio's driving was reliable in some torrential rain on the way back. Victor gave us the options of what to do at…”
Discover Ecuador’s stunning landscapes with this full-day Quilotoa tour from Quito, featuring a crater lake hike, local artisan visits, and expert guides.
“Amazing trip with great guides and beautiful scenery. Pick up and drop off process was easy and hike was difficult but fun.”
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.
“Una experiencia maravillosa, lugares fantásticos, alojamiento y gastronomía excelente y un guia extraordinario fue la mejor combinacion.”
Explore Ecuador’s stunning Quilotoa Lagoon on a small-group tour from Quito, including local markets, indigenous culture, and breathtaking mountain views for $59.
“Amazing views of the lagoon and a safe trip out from Quito with an informative guide telling us a bit about the beautiful countryside. The hike up from the lagoon at altitude is a challenge.”
Discover Ecuador’s stunning Andes on a 5-day Quito to Cuenca tour, visiting volcanoes, lakes, waterfalls, and archaeological sites with expert guides.
“This is a MUST DO tour for anyone who wants to see & experience the amazing Ecuadorean Andes region. The beauty and magnificence of these mythical volcanoes, mountains and cascades, where indigenous people still live is just stunning- and inspiring. In particular, our drivers/guides on…”
Experience Ecuador's stunning landscapes on this 2-day Quilotoa and Baños tour, featuring breathtaking views, local arts, and natural waterfalls from Quito.
Discover Ecuador’s stunning landscapes on this full-day Quilotoa Lake hiking tour from Quito, featuring local markets, indigenous culture, and breathtaking volcanic scenery.
“Quilotoa is a beautiful location. The guide was knowledgeable and helpful. The driver was excellent and careful. The round trip from Quito took hours but it was time well spent.”
Discover the stunning volcanic landscapes of Ecuador with this guided Quilotoa Loop hike. Enjoy expert-led routes, scenic viewpoints, and authentic local encounters.
Discover Ecuador’s stunning landscapes on a full-day tour from Quito to Quilotoa Lagoon and indigenous markets, with expert guides, included meals, and authentic experiences.
“Loved this tour! The walk down to the crater is fun but very challenging on the way up even for the fittest of people. Definitely do this tour. I recommend hiking shoes or boots for the extra foot grip.”
Discover Ecuador’s stunning landscapes on this private Quito to Quilotoa Lagoon tour, featuring cultural stops, breathtaking views, and personalized attention.
“The tour was great! Felipe picked us up in the morning and took us for a very nice breakfast. We continued towards Quilotoa via Tigua and on the the way Felipe explained both the area's culture and history as well as the vegetation and geography…”
Gilded churches at altitude, with volcanoes on the day-trip list.