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Tours/Quito/Excursion Day to Quilotoa Lagoon from Quito

Excursion Day to Quilotoa Lagoon from Quito

Quito10 hours
Excursion Day to Quilotoa Lagoon from Quito
Excursion Day to Quilotoa Lagoon from Quito
Excursion Day to Quilotoa Lagoon from Quito
Excursion Day to Quilotoa Lagoon from Quito
Excursion Day to Quilotoa Lagoon from Quito
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Excursion Day to Quilotoa Lagoon from Quito
Excursion Day to Quilotoa Lagoon from Quito
Excursion Day to Quilotoa Lagoon from Quito
Excursion Day to Quilotoa Lagoon from Quito
Excursion Day to Quilotoa Lagoon from Quito
Excursion Day to Quilotoa Lagoon from Quito
Excursion Day to Quilotoa Lagoon from Quito
Excursion Day to Quilotoa Lagoon from Quito
Excursion Day to Quilotoa Lagoon from Quito
Excursion Day to Quilotoa Lagoon from Quito
Excursion Day to Quilotoa Lagoon from Quito

At a glance

Duration
10 hours
Price from
$175 / person
Location
Quito, Ecuador
Languages
EN, ES
Group
Small group, up to 15
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Perfect Destiny
Meeting point
Meeting spot given by the operator (near the hotel of the passenger)

Description

The Quilotoa is a 3 km (2 mi) wide water-filled caldera formed by the collapse of this dacite volcano followed by an eruption of VEI-6 approximately 812 years ago, which produced a pyroclastic flow and lahars ( mud flows) that reached the Pacific Ocean, which deposited volcanic ash through the air along the northern Andes.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
7:30 AM
Next available
Thu, Oct 8
Adult (ages 11+)
$175
Child (ages 3–10)
$170

Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $315.

Larger groups pay less per person.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.

Tour Options

Excursion Day to Quilotoa Lagoon from Quito

Pickup included

Itinerary

Laguna Quilotoa
540 min

Early in the morning we head south of the city along the Avenida de los Volcanes, so called because, weather permitting, we can see hills and volcanoes such as Pasochoa, Corazón, Cotopaxi, Ilinizas, among others. We will pass through the town of Pujilí and continue to the indigenous community of Tigua, famous for its Andean indigenous-themed crafts. Here we will visit an artisan workshop to observe these works of art up close, we will continue until we reach the Zumbahua Community where we will do a stop at the viewpoint of the Toachi River. We continue until we reach the viewpoint of the lagoon from where we will have a great view of the entire crater of the extinct volcano and inside a large lagoon of turquoise color and other shades of green and blue of Quilotoa, from this site the walk begins, with our With our guide, we will descend until we reach the shores of this beautiful lagoon, and they will have time to take a boat or kayak ride in its waters (not included).

Mirador Shalala
60 min

After the fun we take the way back and we will ascend to the starting point, upon arrival our guide will recommend you and give you the necessary time to have lunch. After recovering our strength, we headed to another entrance to the lagoon in the community of Shalalá to visit its viewpoint and have another angle and the last view of this jewel embedded in the mountains. In the afternoon return to Quito and our guide will drop you off at his hotel.

What's included

Included
Hotel pick up and drop-off ( Hotel pick up inside the Urban perimeter of Quito)
Professional guide
Private Tour
Not included
Entrance Fees
Food and Drinks

Pickup Locations & Times

The guide will pick up you in the lobby of the hotel ( Hotel pick up inside the Urban perimeter of Quito)

How it compares in Quito

  • Starting price $175 is 26% above the typical $139 for tours of similar length in Quito

Excurgo comparison of 999 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Wear warm clothes, scarf, wool hat, sunglasses, cold gloves, comfortable walking shoes with preferred styling
  • We provide Multilingual guide
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Excursion Day to Quilotoa Lagoon from Quito take?

Excursion Day to Quilotoa Lagoon from Quito lasts about 10 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.

How much does Excursion Day to Quilotoa Lagoon from Quito cost?

Prices start at $175 per person for this Quito experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $315. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Excursion Day to Quilotoa Lagoon from Quito run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:30 AM.

How much does Excursion Day to Quilotoa Lagoon from Quito cost for children?

Children aged 3–10 pay from $170, adults from $175.

Can I cancel Excursion Day to Quilotoa Lagoon from Quito for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, pickup is offered. The guide will pick up you in the lobby of the hotel ( Hotel pick up inside the Urban perimeter of Quito) Pickup points include Hotel Dann Carlton Quito.

What languages is Excursion Day to Quilotoa Lagoon from Quito offered in?

The experience is available in EN, ES.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

$175/ person
Duration10 hours
LanguagesEN, ES
ConfirmationInstant
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Booked and paid on Viator.com
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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