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Quilotoa Lagoon Full-Day Tour from Quito with Entrance Fees
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Quilotoa Lagoon Full-Day Tour from Quito with Entrance Fees

by Quito Tour Bus

11 hours
Quito
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11 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
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2 adults × $53.10
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

This full-day tour from Quito lasts about 11 hours and includes all entrance fees. The trip begins with a three-hour drive to the Ecological Reserve Los Ilinizas, where Quilotoa Lagoon is located inside a volcanic crater. Upon arrival, the group visits the community lookout before descending to the lagoon shore. There are approximately three hours of free time to walk around the lagoon. The return climb is steep, and mule rental is available from the local community for those who prefer assistance. After lunch, the tour stops at an artisan workshop in Tigua, known for its traditional paintings. The final stop is the Toachi Canyon lookout, followed by the return trip to Quito. A bilingual guide speaking English and Spanish leads the tour, and tourist transport is provided.

Highlights

Full-day bus tour lasting about 11 hours
Visit Quilotoa Lagoon inside a volcanic crater
Three hours free time at the lagoon shore
Stop at Tigua artisan workshop with local paintings
Visit Toachi Canyon lookout before returning to Quito
Bilingual guide and all entrance fees included

What's included

Bilingual guide speaking English and Spanish
All entrance fees included
Tourist transport throughout the day

What's not included

Unspecified additional expenses
Tips for the guide and driver

Itinerary

1

Laguna Quilotoa

After arriving at Quilotoa, the group visits the community lookout before descending to the lagoon. Visitors have about three hours to walk around the lagoon at their own pace. The ascent back is steep, so mules can be rented directly from the community for approximately $10 per person if needed. After the lagoon visit, there is a lunch break followed by a stop at an artisan workshop in Tigua, known for its colorful paintings.

180 min

2

Canon del Rio Toachi

The final stop is the Toachi Canyon lookout, where visitors can see the canyon before returning to Quito.

15 min

Languages

English (guide)Spanish (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Not advised for anyone with back or spinal problems
Infants travel on an adult's lap
Not advised during pregnancy
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
A moderate level of fitness is needed
Total
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