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Quilotoa is considered one of the most beautiful lagoons of volcanic origin in the world! It is a water-filled caldera, located inside the volcano crater (3.800 m)
Get amazed by his emerald-colored waters and surrounding indigenous communities.
Interact with an indigenous community and learn about their way of life.
Your trip to Quilotoa Lagoon!
Your guide will drive along the Avenue of the Volcanoes and pass through the towns of Latacunga and Pujilí. Stop to visit an indigenous local house from the “Paramos” to learn about their traditions and way of life. After that, a short visit town of Tigua, famous for its naive paintings. Continue up to the Quilotoa volcano, where you will be able to descend to the lake located inside the crater or just walk around the crater. You will also be able to enjoy an unforgettable experience by kayak in the Quilotoa lagoon. Enjoy lunch and stand in one of the most beautiful landscapes in the highlands and traditional indigenous villages.
Note: on Thursdays, Saquisilí Indigenous Market which is optional
Duration: 10 hours
Departure: 8:00 am
Included:
- Private transportation.
- Certified Spanish / English speaking guide.
- Admission ticket in the National Reserve.
- Menu lunch.
- Hotel pick-up/drop-off in Quito.
- Guided activities
Not included:
- Personal expenses.
- Kayak $2.
- Mules $10.
- Travel insurance.
- Tips.
What to bring:
- Sunblock.
- Hike shoes.
- Raincoat.
- Appropriate clothes.
- Hat or cap.
- Camera.
Itinerary
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