This one-day cultural tour takes you to one of the most beautiful lagoons in Ecuador and South America, the amazing Laguna Quilotoa, and surrounding villages. We start our day with a visit of the local market of Saquisilí (on Thursday) or Pujili (on Sunday). Continuing our trip, we pass through the indigenous villages of the area which provide a fantastic chance to see the True Ecuador and discover the culture. When we arrive at the spectacular Laguna Quilotoa, where we hike down to the Laguna and back up again in a stunning two-hour hike tour. It is possible to hire mules for part of the trek. Paying special attention to the culture and rural life of indigenous Andean people, this trip is a wonderful opportunity to see the beauty of Ecuador in all of its forms.
Included
| Professional and bilingual guide | Transportation hotel – Quilotoa – Hotel |
Not included
| Lunch | Optional: Rent a Mule ($8) |
| Tip for the guide | Entrance fee to Quilotoa ($2) |
ITINERARY
*Note: This itinerary is an example, for any other wishes or requirements, please contact us. The times are approximate
07:00
Leave from the hotel (pick up with private transportation
09:30
Explore Saquisili (on Thursday) or Pujili (on Sunday) and visit a native family
13:00
Begin the descent to the Laguna Quilotoa
14:00
Explore the shore of Quilotoa
14:30
Begin ascent to the laguna viewpoint
15:30
Lunch
19:00
Arrive at your hotel in Quito
*Note: It is important that you will have current travel insurance including personal medical insurance. Please inform us of any known medical conditions you have
1 person $215 – per person
2 people $115 – per person
3 people $85 – per person
Full Day Transportation $200 – for a group of 4 people – 6 people maximum (spanish speaking driver)
* Note: We put a lot of effort in organizing the tour; therefore cancellations require 48hrs notice by which we would give you a 50% refund. Cancellations will not be refunded with a shorter time notice.
