COTOPAXI

Cotopaxi is the highest active volcano in the world (5897 meters above sea level or 19388 feet) and one of the most beautiful snowcapped mountains in Ecuador. We leave Quito at 8am, taking the Pan-American Highway south and reach the Cotopaxi National Park after two hours of travel. During the tour we enjoy landscapes and incredible scenery of the Ecuadorian Andes. In the park we will visit the interpretive center to learn about the fauna and flora of the area as well as important information the wonderful Cotopaxi Volcano (the highest active volcano). Then we will walk about an hour visiting the Limpiopungo’s lagoon. If you want more adventure, we can coordinate the ascent to the parking of the volcano located 4,600 meters and from there take a walk an hour and a half to the refuge Jose Rivas, located 200 meters up on a steep slope. After the descent back to the city of Quito, with approximate arrival at 5pm.