Quilotoa Day Trip

At 3 hours from Quito we find the Ecological Reserve Los Ilinizas where one of its main attractions is the turquoise lagoon that is located in the crater of Quilotoa, the wonderful landscapes make this tourist attraction an experience that you can not miss if you are in Ecuador.

Every day

Full day
07h00 - 18h00

Medium activity

Pickup
07h00

English and Spanish

What you'll do
Travel safely, in the Quilotoa tour from Quito we maintain all the safety protocols. In this full day trip from Quito to Quilotoa we will visit:
  • Quilotoa look point
  • Trekking to the Quilotoa Lagoon
  • Artisan Workshop in Tigua

07h00

Beginning

Departures form Naciones Unidas Boulevard (Av. Shyris & Av. Naciones Unidas)
How to get

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Pick-up and drop-off in the 3 main areas:
Carolina, Plaza Foch, Plaza Grande

07h00

First stop

Visit a traditional house

Visit a traditional house in the moor and learn about the guinea pigs.

Quilotoa

First stop

Second stop

Hike and visit the Quilotoa Lagoon

The crater of the dormant volcano forms a bowl that collects the azure waters of the lagoon. Its color is due to the accumulation of sulfur. According to legend, this was the scene of the battle between the Quilotoa gods who lived on the surface and Toachi, who was under the lake, because that aroused envy the ability of the first to reflect the color of the sky.

Second stop

Third stop

Visit a crafts workshop in the Community of Tigua

Color is the protagonist of the stories that narrate the crafts of Tigua, works that are manufactured by the community of the same name. These paintings bear geometric and figurative forms, typical of the pre-Columbian and colonial times respectively.

Third stop

Fourth stop

Enjoy the Andean Landscape

We will observe from the car the Toachi River Canyon that covers almost 30 kilometers in length with a drop of 100 meters, offers an unusual Andean landscape as a result of the eruptions of the Quilotoa volcano.

Fourth stop

17h30 - 18h30 (aprox.)

Enjoy your comfortable return to Quito. Drop-off at your hotel is also included.

End of tour

17h30 - 18h30 (aprox.)
Indications

The Quilotoa day tour from Quito includes

  • Tourist Transport
  • Bilingual Guide (Esp – Eng)
  • Entrance to the Quilotoa Lagoon
  • Visit the Tigua crafts workshop
Not included
  • Other details not specified
  • Tips
  • Breakfast and lunch
What to bring
  • Face mask
  • Sunglasses
  • Hat
  • Scarf
  • Jacket
  • Hiking shoes
  • Camera
  • Sunscreen
Location
Important information
Quilotoa Lagoon

The Quilotoa Lagoon is a captivating natural wonder nestled in the Ecuadorian Andes. Renowned for its stunning turquoise color, this crater lake offers a surreal landscape that mesmerizes visitors. It is a perfect spot for hiking and panoramic views, surrounded by towering mountains. Adventurers can also descend to the crater’s bottom to explore the lagoon up close. Nearby villages provide an authentic cultural experience with friendly locals and traditional handicrafts. Quilotoa is a must-visit destination for those seeking natural beauty and adventure in Ecuador. Take advantage of the opportunity to witness the breathtaking allure of Quilotoa Lagoon.

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Travelers reviews
Gabrielle F
Gabrielle F
2023-03-31
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Really fun day trip! I really enjoyed the tour! The guide Irene was really nice and had a really fun ways to inform us about quilotoa and quichwa culture! The ride there is also really pretty and in the mountains!
Mar F
Mar F
2023-03-31
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Irene es lo máximo! Nos encantó nuestro tour a la Laguna de Quilotoa. Muy organizado y fácil de reservar desde el principio. Nuestra guía, Irene, además de ser sumamente pedagógica, nos mantuvo entretenidos el viaje completo. Tiene una personalidad afable, simpática y agradable que hizo que tanto el camino como todo lo que nos enseñó fuese muy fácil y bien aprovechando. Totalmente recomendado.
Carolin J
Carolin J
2023-03-30
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Quilotoa day Trip (with Irene) The trip to Quilotoa was led by Irene. She was very energetic and brightened our day with her stories during the car ride.
Adazia
Adazia
2023-03-30
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Mitad Del Mundo Private Tours Super fun tour of all of the Mitad del Mundo activities! Carlos was an awesome tour guide, very informational and helpful. It was nice to have a bilingual guide showing us around.
Konstantin M
Konstantin M
2023-03-30
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Nice day trip Great tour and hike in the Cotopaxi national park. Very competent and friendly guide, lots of information on the way. On criticism is that the lunch takes about 45 min detour, other than that a great experience.
Sophie P
Sophie P
2023-03-30
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it's worth it! It was a good Tour. We visited a Family and saw how they life there. With all the Products they have. - And Quilotoa was beautiful. But seriously, the way up is not that easy. You can choose Mules or hiking. Be careful with your Lungs, if you are not skilled. 😉 thanks for guiding, Misa.
Holly P
Holly P
2023-03-30
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Great tour experience for a short time in Quito. Jessy and David were lovely and knowledgeable. Jessy and David made this a lovely day for us both. Despite our hotel not being on the list we contacted them prior and arranged for collection from our Airbnb. We were collected promptly and advised it would be a private tour which we much preferred. Jessy was very informative about the local area and encouraged us to try local delicacies.
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!
Konstantin M
Konstantin M
2023-03-29
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Nice day trip Nice day trip to the beautiful crater lagoon Quilotoa. Also very interesting to learn more about the daily life of the indigenous population. Very friendly guide and well organized tour.
Peter Z
Peter Z
2023-03-27
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A wonderful adventure despite the weather Carlos was a great guide for our trip to Quilotoa. The hike is challenging but worth it, even in the rain. Recommended!
Brian
Brian
2023-03-27
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Amazing diversity Adrian was highly knowledgeable and very fluent in both Spanish and English. He consistently went above and beyond to make this an amazing trip despite what others would have called challenging weather conditions.
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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