Cotopaxi National Park Hike & Bike

Quito, Ecuador
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Trek one of the highest active volcanoes in the world with 5897 m!  This option is special priced for Trip Advisor Fans with minimum of 3 people.

Cotopaxi National Park is a protected area in Ecuador situated in the Province of Cotopaxi.  

• 7.20 am Just outside the secret garden hostel
• 07:45 Transfer to the Cotopaxi National Park - stop off to pick up snacks on the way.
• 09:30 Enter Cotopaxi National Park
• 10:00 The guide will give an explanation of the area, volcanoes, vegetation, animals.
• 10:30 4600m car park, begin the hike up to the refuge
• 12:30 Reach refuge at 4.864m.(if the weather allows and you fill good up to 5000 m, the glacier, return to the parking lot
• 13:00 Equipment Check – Begin Bike ride back to the Limpiapungo lake
• 14:00 Arrive at Limpiapungo lake.
• 15:00 Eat lunch
• 16:00 Return to Quito

Description

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: CarpeDM Adventures, Quito Ecuador

Since this is a private tour you can confirm with us if you prefer an additional short hike instead of the downhill bike ride.

Itinerary
• 7:30 Meet at meeting point CarpeDM Office (Jose Antepara E4-60 and Los Ríos, Old Town sector)

• 07:45 Transfer to the Cotopaxi National Park
• 09:30 Enter Cotopaxi National Park
• 10:00 The guide will give explanation of the area, volcanoes, vegetation, animals  etc.
• 10:30 4600m car park, begin hike up to the refuge
• 12:30 Reach refuge at 4.864m. return to parking lot
• 13:00 Equipment Check – Begin Bike ride back to the Limpiapungo lake (short 3 - 5 km ride)
• 14:00 Arrive at Limpiapungo lake.
• 15:00 Eat lunch (included)
• 16:00 Return to Quito


Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Cotopaxi National Park, Ecuador

Due to its perfectly symmetrical cone, covered in a thick blanket of snow and ice, the Cotopaxi is one of the tourist highlights in Ecuador and it’s most visited and climbed volcano. The Cotopaxi National Park is situated in a beautiful paramo plateau, where wild horses graze on the extensive plains at the foot of the volcano or gather to drink at the lovely Limpiopungo lagoon, which reflects the white peaks of nearby Volcan Rumiñahui and makes a great spot for watching waterfowl and other birds.

Duration: 3 minutes

Stop At: Laguna de Limpiopungo, Latacunga Ecuador

Limpiopungo Lagoon is a beautiful lake formed by water from the glaciers. Located in Cotopaxi, Ecuador. Limpiopungo is like a mirror that reflects the Cotopaxi

Duration: 30 minutes

Inclusions

  • What’s Included:
  • Lunch
  • Transport
  • Guide
  • Mountain Bike with Helmut, Kneepads, Elbowpads * This is an optional activity of approximately 30 minutes. Should be experienced / confident rider.

Exclusions

  • What’s Not Included:
  • Additional Snacks / Beverages
  • TIPS
  • Breakfast

Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • What to bring:
  • Warm clothing
  • Waterproof jacket
  • Gloves, scarf, hat
  • Hiking boots or trekking shoes
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Extra snacks and water
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Face masks
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability

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