Cotopaxi & Ilinizas National Park… (trip)

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Cotopaxi & Ilinizas National Park Trek

  • Quito airport, Quito, Ecuador
  • Active & Adventure
Ecuador, South America

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Contact provider for price4 DaysYear-round
Boutique accommodations Exertion level: 5
Operator: Equatortrekking 20 people max
This trekking is done in the heart of the famous Avenue of the Volcanoes. We will hike 3 of the most amazing mountains of Ecuador: Pasochoa, Rumiñahui & North Iliniza, and have a close view of the Cotopaxi Volcano. This is a really scenery trek with beautiful landscapes of amazing peaks, paramus and lakes. Condors, deer, wolves and other small animals are frequently found as well as tiny Indian settlements and evergreen valleys.

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Ecuador, South America

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3 testimonials about the provider, Equatortrekking:

  • Reviewer: Katheryn Sall. located in Philadelphia, US

     

    Our experience with Equator Trekking was nothing short of phenomenal. Mateo's knowledge and charisma were the perfect formula for an eye-opening, educational, and most importantly fun trip. It felt like we got to see all different aspects of Ecuador-- from the booming metropolis to beautiful small towns to wilderness. We definitely plan on returning and working with Equatortrekking.com again in the future. Thanks, guys!

  • Reviewer: Ziggy Opoczynska located in London, UK


    The trip organised by equatortrekking.com was professional from start to finish, and lots of fun in-between! Mateo had organised many exciting activities, from horse-riding in the Andes to canyoning in Banos. The instructors he used were first class - very skilled, patient and friendly. Exactly what an action-loving, though not necessarily experienced, traveller would want.
    Although we only had five days, Mateo managed to ensure we saw a wide variety of what Ecuador has to offer, including its magnificent volcanoes, lush landscapes, stunning beaches, along with an insider view to the Ecuadorian people - hardworking, but relaxed and warm.
    All in all, the trip to Ecuador was one of the best press trips I've experienced and I can't recommend Mateo and his team highly enough.
  • Reviewer: Adam Grinsell located in London, UK

    I had a wonderful time in Ecuador, and would love to come back as soon as I can. I didn't realise how much the country has to offer, but Mateo and his team did an excellent job of showing us the sights and making sure we were well looked after! I highly recommend any adventure holiday trip with them, especially one that takes in the beautiful coast."

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Special information

  • This is a custom departure, meaning this trip is offered on dates that you arrange privately with the provider. Additionally, you need to form your own private group for this trip. The itinerary and price here is just a sample. Contact the provider for detailed pricing, minimum group size, and scheduling information. For most providers, the larger the group you are traveling with, the lower the per-person cost will be.

Itinerary

Day 1 Rumiñahui Volcano

Hiking the Rumiñahui Volcano (15,190 feet): Early in the morning, we will head towards Limpiopungo Lagoon in the Cotopaxi National Park to begin our ascent. The trekking will take us through highlands, sands and rocks as we climb to the top of this impressive volcano. From the top there is an incredible view of Cotopaxi, Sincholahua, Antisana, Chimborazo, the Ilinizas and Corazón. Our ascent will take us between 4 to 5 hours and approximately 2 additional hours to descend. This evening's accommodation will be at a nice lodge near Cotopaxi National Park.

Day 2 Pasochoa Volcano

Hiking the Pasochoa volcano (3.779 feet): this trek begins in the forest, where we will find indigenous wildflowers including bromeliads & orchids as well as a variety of tropical birds. Together we will climb until we reach the highlands and finally the rock and the top. This evening's accommodation will be at a nice lodge near Cotopaxi National Park.

Day 3 Trekking in the Cotopaxi National Park

Today we will explore the paramus of the Cotopaxi National Park. We will visit the Pre-Inca ruins of El Salitre while enjoying magnificent views of Cotopaxi glaciers. We will go to see the park´s museum, where you can learn about its flora, fauna and history. Afterwards, we will go to the parking lot of the Cotopaxi Refuge to hike 40 minutes to 1 hour, to the José Rivas Refuge. Here we will enjoy a hot tea or coffee. We will go down to the lodge, have dinner and overnight.

Day 4 North Iliniza Volcano

The North Iliniza Volcano will be the highest peak we climb, with its 16.817 feet of altitude, it is a rocky and occasionally snow covered climb. The red sands and the vegetation of the highlands will surprise you; and if weather allows, we will have and incredible view of the avenue of the volcanoes. We will return to Quito in the afternoon.

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