Within the Cotopaxi National Park is the active Cotopaxi volcano, an elevation of 5,897 meters above sea level located in the Andes Mountains and an exceptional variety of flora and fauna species.

* ONLY HORSEBACK RIDE experience inside this National park. Others do it from outside the park. * Perfect balance between horseback ride and hike TWO different landscapes. *Forget about painful lines to enter to the NP by entering by a NO TOURISTY WAY and leaving by the regular way. * No need horseback riding previous experience We start at 7 am from Quito and will take a different way to enter to the National park and will leave by the regular national park entrance gate. Driving through 3 volcanoes PASOCHOA, RUMIÑAHUI and SINCHOLAGUA going through the real AVENUE OF THE VOLCANOES. 1st activity: HORSEBACK RIDE. After this horseback ride experience, we will drive for about half hour until the parking lot located on the 14800 feet or 4700 mts above sea level from where the hike to the BASE CAMP will start. If you are not an adventurous person, don't like bumpy roads, get bothered for changing weather or heart problems. DO NOT JOIN this experience.

Along the range of the Andean Mountains we can find the Cotopaxi National Park filled with an exceptional variety of flora and fauna species; also, it is home to the active volcano Cotopaxi (5,897 meters above sea level). The Limpiopungo lagoon is located at the foot of the volcano and here one could enjoy the view of the Andean Paramo and take incredible shots of the lagoon and the volcano.

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Approximate duration: 10 hours Description: This tour is perfect for travelers with limited time in Ecuador who want to visit two of the country’s most iconic destinations in one day: Cotopaxi and Quilotoa Lagoon. Enjoy an itinerary packed with stunning Andean landscapes, breathtaking views, and unique nature experiences. Marvel at the majestic Cotopaxi volcano, explore the Andean páramo, and take in the spectacular Quilotoa Lagoon,all in a single day. Tour Highlights: *Visit Cotopaxi National Park and scenic Andean landscapes *Stops for photography with panoramic views *Optional hike to the bottom of Quilotoa Lagoon *Experiences in private or small group format Ideal for: *Travelers with limited time, adventure lovers, and photography enthusiasts. Important Note: Suitable for all travelers; no special physical condition required. Bring comfortable clothing, a jacket, sunscreen, and a camera.

You will travel with a local guide that will show you the best highlight of the Andes and Baños, on this tour you will learn about our indigenous cultures, you will visit the communities and also you will enjoy the nature and have time for adventure. We will let you enjoy at any stop so you don´t have to run, remember the most important is to visit this places and don´t miss the stops. We are ecuadorians and we know our country and we want to share everything with you, so don´t rush and discover the autentic of our country with us. The order of the itinerary may vary according to operating conditions, however at the end of the tour you will visit the attractions mentioned in the detail. The order of the days may vary, we will inform you of the final itinerary one day before the tour.