
Cotopaxi, Quilotoa, Baños, and Amazon
- This is a short trip of 4 days through the Andes and the Amazon.
- On the way from Quito to Baños, we will make stops at the impressive Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa Lagoon, an incredible turquoise lake in the caldera of an active volcano.
- Once in Baños, you will enjoy a series of wonderful activities against a beautiful backdrop of waterfalls and tropical vegetation.
- After Baños, we will visit the Amazon, and we will be able to visit a reserve of rescued animals and an Amazonian community.
- This short tour is the best option to travel around Ecuador.
Day 1
Quito - Cotopaxi
Beginning
Pick-ups at hotels located in the 3 main areas: Carolina, Plaza Foch, Plaza Grande: Carolina, Plaza Foch, Plaza Grande
Breakfast
Cotopaxi
Avenue of the Volcanoes
Travel along the Avenue of the Volcanoes, and if the weather allows it, admire the second-highest volcano in Ecuador, Cotopaxi.
Cotopaxi
Limpiopungo lagoon
Inside the park, visit the Limpiopungo lagoon.
Cotopaxi
Treking to Refugio Jose Rivas
Make the trek to 4,864msnm to reach the refuge of the volcano.
Cotopaxi
Lodging
Lodging night at the Chuquiragua Lodge or similar.
Cotopaxi
Free time
Time to enjoy the common areas of the inn.
Day 2
Cotopaxi – Quilotoa - Baños
Breakfast
Quilotoa
Quilotoa Lagoon
Visit the community and its art of Tigua.
Then we will visit the magical Quilotoa lagoon with turquoise waters.
Baños
Swing at the end of the world
Climb the “Swing at the end of the world” at La Casa del Árbol, from where you can see the epic mountain of the Tungurahua volcano.
Baños
Piscinas de aguas termales
Enjoy a relaxing bath in the natural hot spring pools.
Baños
Night accommodation in Baños
Día 3
Baños - Misahuallí
Breakfast
Baños
Cable car
Travel in a cable car over the Pastaza River to get extraordinary panoramic views of waterfalls, mountains, and beautiful jungle landscapes.
Baños
Pailón del Diablo
Take the waterfall route and visit the impressive Pailón del Diablo waterfall.
Baños
Free time to enjoy Baños
Free time for extreme activities in Baños.
Puyo
Yanacocha Rescue Center
In Yanacocha, they are in charge of protecting and conserving wild flora and fauna species victims of illegal trafficking in the Ecuadorian Amazon. More than 250 specimens are under the care of specialists, biologists, and veterinarians who are in charge of the daily care of small cats, primates, macaws, toucans, turtles, alligators, and other species that are traded or retained in the Ecuadorian Amazon.
Misahuallí
Night in Misahualli
Day 4
Misahuallí – Tena - Papallacta - Quito
Breakfast
Misahuallí
Canoe ride
Canoe ride and a visit to the community.
Misahuallí
Visit the community
Visit the Monkey Island in Misahualli.
Papallacta
Papallacta pools
Visit and relax in the Papallacta pools.
Return to Quito
Drop offs in the 3 main areas: Carolina, Plaza Foch, Plaza Grande: Carolina, Plaza Foch, Plaza Grande.
4 days 3 nights
Andes + Amazon
Includes
- Tourist transport
- Pick up and drop off at hotels in Quito located in the three zones of Quito: La Carolina, Plaza Foch, Plaza Grande
- Bilingual guide
- Entrance to the Cotopaxi
- National Park
- Visit Limpiopungo
- Lagoon
- Hike to the José Rivas refuge at 4,864 masl
- Visit traditional shops in the moors
- Visit an art gallery in Tigua
- Quilotoa lagoon entrance
- Waterfall Route
- Entrance to Pailón del Diablo
- Tree House Entrance
- End of the World Swing
- Cable car over Pastaza river
- Visit the community in the jungle
- Canoe ride
- Visit monkey island in Misahualli
- Entrance to public swimming pools in Papallzcta
- 3 hotel nights
- 4 breakfasts
Not includes
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Extreme activities
- Other entrances
- Tips
What to bring
- Glasses
- Hat
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Rain jacket
- Warm clothing
- Sunscreen
- Gloves
- Swimsuit
- Mosquito repellent














We stopped a number of places we weren’t expecting to see which added to the experience, and we passed though the areas where Jessy and David were born and grew up, which made us realise how in touch with the local area they both were.
On top of all of this the views were stunning, and although it was a long day overall we felt the time passed by quickly with watching the landscape. Not to mention the waterfalls. I would also recommend the zip lining through the jungle!
If you are interested in not only seeing the beautiful views but hearing about the local area definitely choose this tour. We’ll be back!






Jimmy the driver is a very experienced South American driver familiar with the local flow and areas. He was consistently safe and efficient.
Highly recommend the tour! Be ready to hike!
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