Price per person across the 48 options priced per person: US$ 59–US$ 839 (median US$ 138). With 100+ reviews: 12 of 49.
Of the 49 options: 49 with live guides in English, 49 with free cancellation, 48 with instant confirmation, 44 with hotel pickup, 33 kid-friendly, 32 private and 29 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews, availability, booking conditions and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Prices are per person, except options priced per group: that price is for the whole group, and the per-person figure assumes the group is full. “Top rated” = the highest score among options with at least 100 reviews.
Nature and Wildlife Tours in Quito — Cotopaxi National Park, Limpiopungo Lagoon and 29 more
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49 options
The 15 best
Ranked by quality, reviews, availability and booking conditions.
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Cotopaxi from Quito: Volcano Hike, Limpiopungo Lagoon & RefugeFeel the chill air at Cotopaxi, walk Limpiopungo’s edge, and hike to José Rivas Refuge with a bilingual guide. Includes all entrances and transport from Quito.Every day · 07:00 · Hotel pickup · All ages★ 4.90 (1,590 reviews)Duration: 12hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 59 per personView
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Best value
Quilotoa Day Trip from Quito: Lagoon Hike & Tigua Art StopFeel the chill air at Quilotoa Lagoon, hike the crater rim, meet local artists in Tigua, and travel with a bilingual guide: includes all entrances and transport.Every day · 07:00 · Hotel pickup · All ages★ 4.91 (690 reviews)Duration: 11hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 59 per personView
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Cotopaxi: Horseback Ride & Hike Day Trip, Non-Touristy RouteFeel the wild side of Cotopaxi with a horseback ride inside the park, a high-altitude hike to base camp, and entry via a quiet local route. Includes pickup.Every day · 07:00 and 07:30 · Hotel pickup · From age 6★ 4.96 (570 reviews)Duration: 9h 30mLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 90 per personView
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Excellent quality
Cotopaxi Volcano Full Day Tour: All Park Entrances IncludedFull-day tour of Cotopaxi National Park with bilingual guide, transport and all park entrances included.Every day · 07:00 · Hotel pickup · All ages★ 4.96 (491 reviews)Duration: 12hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 69 per personView
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Mindo Cloud Forest: Private Day Trip with Waterfalls & HummingbirdsFeel the mist of Mindo’s waterfalls, spot wild hummingbirds, and taste real Ecuadorian chocolate on a private day trip from Quito. Includes hotel pickup and expert guide.Every day · 07:30 · Hotel pickup · From age 5★ 4.90 (156 reviews)Duration: 9h–10hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 149 per personView
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Mindo Cloud Forest: Birdwatching, Waterfalls & Butterfly FarmFull-day Mindo Cloud Forest tour from Quito with hummingbird feeding, Nambillo Waterfalls, butterfly farm and chocolate tasting. Includes transport, guide and entry fees.Every day · 08:00 · Hotel pickup · All ages★ 4.98 (137 reviews)Duration: 10hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 189 per personView
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Cotopaxi Volcano Trek from Quito: Glacier & Limpiopungo LakeFull-day Cotopaxi trek from Quito with guide, transport and lunch included. Hike to 4,864m refuge and glacier, bike to Limpiopungo Lagoon. 7:30am start, returns 4pm.Every day · 07:20★ 4.97 (135 reviews)Duration: 8hLive guide: EN✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 89 per personView
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Cotopaxi Volcano Day Trip from Quito & Limpiopungo LagoonFull-day Cotopaxi National Park tour from Quito with guide, park entry, lunch and hotel pickup. Hike to Padre Rivas Refuge at 4,830m and see the active volcano.Every day · 07:00 and 08:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 3★ 4.71 (147 reviews)Duration: 9hLive guide: EN · DE · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 89 per personView
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Quilotoa Day Trip from Quito: Lagoon Hike & Tigua Art StopWake up to the colors of Quilotoa Lagoon, hike the crater rim, share lunch with locals, and visit a Tigua art workshop. Includes pickup from Quito hotels.Every day · 07:00 · Pickup available★ 4.80 (81 reviews)Duration: 12h–14hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 69 per personView
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Mindo Cloud Forest Day Trip: Birding, Hiking & Local LunchStart your Mindo cloud forest day trip from Quito with birdwatching, easy hikes, and a local lunch. Includes hotel pickup, expert guide, and all transport.Every day · 07:15 · Hotel pickup · From age 12★ 4.77 (114 reviews)Duration: 9h–11hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 185 per personView
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Cotopaxi Volcano: Horseback Ride & Hike to José Ribas RefugePrivate horseback riding and hiking tour near Quito to Cotopaxi's José Ribas Refuge (15,958ft). Includes entry, lunch, local guide, and llama feeding. Full day from hotel.Every day · 07:30 · Hotel pickup · All ages★ 4.97 (121 reviews)Duration: 10hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 195 per personView
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Quilotoa Lagoon day trip from Quito: Hike the crater rimFull-day tour from Quito to Quilotoa Lagoon with guide, hotel pickup and entrance included: hike the 3-kilometer crater rim filled with turquoise water.Every day · 07:00, 07:30 and 08:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 5★ 4.89 (117 reviews)Duration: 11h–12hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 89 per personView
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Mindo Cloud Forest: Private Day Trip with Waterfalls & WildlifeFeel the mist of Mindo Cloud Forest, spot hummingbirds, walk to waterfalls, and taste local chocolate on a private day trip from Quito: includes hotel pickup and guide.Every day · 07:45 and 08:00 · Pickup available · From age 3★ 4.84 (73 reviews)Duration: 8hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 138 per personView
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★ Top rated
Mindo Cloud Forest Tour: Hummingbirds & WaterfallsPrivate guided tour from Quito into Mindo Cloud Forest with certified English-speaking guide, binoculars and hotel pickup.Every day · 08:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 5★ 5.00 (101 reviews)Duration: 9hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 139 per personView
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Mindo Cloud Forest tour: Waterfalls, hummingbirds, chocolateFull-day Mindo Cloud Forest tour from Quito with bilingual guide, hotel pickup, waterfalls, hummingbird trails and chocolate factory tasting.Every day · 08:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 4★ 4.78 (63 reviews)Duration: 9h–10hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 100 per personView
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3-Day Amazon Kayaking from Quito: Napo River & RainforestPaddle the Napo River and hike jungle trails on a 3-day Amazon stay from Quito, staying at an eco-lodge with a native guide leading your exploration.Every day · No fixed time · Hotel pickup · All ages★ 4.63 (64 reviews)Duration: 3dLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 439 per personView
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Cotopaxi National Park hiking & biking tour from QuitoFull-day Cotopaxi hiking and mountain biking from Quito with professional guide, lunch at local community, and Lake Limpiopungo viewpoint. Hotel pickup included.Wed, Fri, Sat and Sun · 06:50 · From age 12★ 4.67 (58 reviews)Duration: 9hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 72 per personView
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Antisana Volcano Birding Tour Quito: Andean Condor & BearPrivate birding tour from Quito to Antisana Reserve with certified naturalist guide, starting at Mirador del Isco for condor sightings.Every day · 07:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 8★ 4.98 (40 reviews)Duration: 8h–10hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 210 per personView
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Cotopaxi Quilotoa Volcano Tour: Two Peaks in One DayFrom Quito, hike around Limpiopungo Lagoon in Cotopaxi National Park, then drive to Quilotoa Crater Lake to see its emerald waters.Every day · 07:30 · Hotel pickup · From age 12★ 5.00 (39 reviews)Duration: 8h–10hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 300 per personView
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Quito Hummingbird Expedition: 3 Reserves, 15 SpeciesSearch for hummingbirds across three Mindo cloud forest reserves at different altitudes, with a certified naturalist guide and hotel pickup from Quito.Every day · 05:30, 06:30, 07:00 and 07:30 · Hotel pickup · From age 6★ 4.89 (37 reviews)Duration: 8h–10hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 220 per personView
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Cotopaxi National Park full-day tour with José Rivas Refuge hikeHike to José Rivas Refuge at 4,864 meters in Cotopaxi National Park from Quito, with Limpiopungo Lagoon, the Interpretation Center.Every day · 07:00 · Pickup available★ 4.41 (37 reviews)Duration: 11h–12hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 59 per personView
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Antisana Volcano & Condors Day Trip from Quito: 5,753m peakDay trip from Quito to Antisana Volcano with Andean Condor spotting, Mica Lake hike, and lunch. Private transport and naturalist guide included.Every day · 07:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 4★ 4.92 (37 reviews)Duration: 7h–8hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 159 per personView
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Cotopaxi Quilotoa Volcanoes Private Tour with LunchPrivate full-day tour from Quito to Cotopaxi National Park and Quilotoa Lagoon with bilingual guide, park entry, lunch and flexible pacing through Andean villages.Every day · 07:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 3★ 4.64 (36 reviews)Duration: 7h–9hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 177 per personView
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Private Condor Tour from Quito: Antisana Reserve WildlifePrivate wildlife tour from Quito to Antisana reserve with bilingual naturalist guide, hotel pickup and park entry included.Every day · 05:30 · Hotel pickup · From age 5★ 5.00 (30 reviews)Duration: 6h–8hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 158 per personView
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Antisana Condor Sanctuary day trip from Quito: See Andean CondorsFull-day birdwatching tour from Quito to Antisana National Park. Spot Andean Condors, hummingbirds, and rare species with guide, pickup, and lunch.Every day · 05:15 and 07:30 · Hotel pickup · From age 5★ 4.97 (30 reviews)Duration: 7hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 128 per personView
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Cotopaxi Volcano Day Trip from Quito: Private tour with lunchPrivate Cotopaxi volcano tour from Quito with hike to José Rivas Refuge and Limpiopungo Lake. Includes transport, guide, entry fees, and lunch.Every day · 08:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 4★ 4.93 (30 reviews)Duration: 8h–9hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 159 per personView
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Cotopaxi Volcano tour from Quito: Hike to the refuge and lagoonPrivate full-day tour from Quito to Cotopaxi National Park with guide, hotel pickup and transport.Every day · 07:30 · Hotel pickup · Up to age 75★ 5.00 (19 reviews)Duration: 7h–8hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 125 per personView
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Cotopaxi horseback ride and hike from Quito: Private tourRide horses for 2–3 hours around Cotopaxi volcano, then hike Limpiopungo Lagoon with a private guide and hotel transport included in this full-day adventure.Every day · 08:00 · Pickup available · From age 3★ 5.00 (17 reviews)Duration: 8hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 200 per personView
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Cotopaxi Volcano Tour from Quito: Hike to Basecamp & GlacierFull-day tour from Quito to Cotopaxi National Park with hikes to Jose Rivas basecamp and the 5,000-meter glacier, plus lunch and park entry included.Every day · 08:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 12★ 5.00 (23 reviews)Duration: 7h–8hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 200 per personView
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Mindo Cloud Forest tour: Butterfly Farm and mid-world linePrivate tour of Mindo's cloud forest with naturalist guide, Butterfly Farm, Intiñan Solar Museum, and canopy cable car. Five to nine hours.Every day · 07:30 · Pickup available · From age 7★ 4.67 (12 reviews)Duration: 5h–9hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 135 per personView
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Mindo Cloud Forest tour from Quito: Waterfalls and chocolate farmPrivate tour from Quito to Mindo Cloud Forest with waterfall hikes, butterfly farm and chocolate-making class. Certified guide included, hotel pickup.Every day · 07:30 · Hotel pickup · From age 4★ 4.64 (11 reviews)Duration: 7h–8hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 149 per personView
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Cotopaxi National Park Private Tour from Quito with GuidePrivate Cotopaxi National Park tour from Quito with 4x4 access to José Rivas Refuge at 4,800m, Limpiopungo Lagoon, and the Interpretation Center with hotel pickup.Every day · 08:00 and 08:30 · Hotel pickup★ 5.00 (8 reviews)Duration: 8h–10hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 285 per groupView
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Mindo Cloud Forest Day Tour: Private Guide & HummingbirdsPrivate day tour from Quito to Mindo cloud forest with certified naturalist guide, hiking through reserves and hummingbird watching.Every day · 05:30 and 07:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 12★ 5.00 (27 reviews)Duration: 8h–9hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 235 per personView
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Zuroloma Bird Watching Photography Tour from Quito Private GuidePrivate bird watching and photography tour from Quito to Zuroloma Reserve in the Andean cloud forest with a certified naturalist guide who helps you capture rare species.Every day · 05:30 · Hotel pickup · From age 5★ 5.00 (11 reviews)Duration: 8hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 235 per personView
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4-Day Amazon & Baños Adventure from Quito: Kichwa CommunityFour-day tour from Quito through the Napo River rainforest and Baños: stay at an eco-lodge in a Kichwa community, hike jungle trails with a native guide.Every day · 07:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 4★ 5.00 (8 reviews)Duration: 4dLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 750 per personView
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Cotopaxi National Park and Inca Ruins Day Trip from QuitoPrivate day tour from Quito to Cotopaxi National Park with a certified bilingual guide, featuring lunch in an Inca temple at the colonial San Agustin de Callo hacienda.Every day · 08:00 · Hotel pickup★ 5.00 (8 reviews)Duration: 8m–9mLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 227 per personView
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Antisana Volcano & Laguna la Mica Tour: Condors & AlpacasPrivate tour of Antisana Ecological Reserve from Quito with English-Spanish guide to observe Andean condors and alpacas at Laguna la Mica, with hotel pickup.Every day · No fixed time · Pickup available★ 4.75 (4 reviews)Duration: 6h–8hLive guide: EN✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 125 per personView
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Cotopaxi National Park Private Tour: Volcano & Rose PlantationFull-day private tour from Quito through Cotopaxi National Park with bilingual guide, hotel pickup and drop-off, walk Limpiopungo Lagoon.Every day · 07:30 · Pickup available · From age 3★ 4.00 (4 reviews)Duration: 7hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 123 per personView
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Antisana National Park Tour: Andean Condor & Glacier LagoonsPrivate full-day tour from Quito to Antisana National Park with expert guide, binoculars and park entry included. Spot Andean condors.Every day · 07:30 and 08:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 4★ 5.00 (3 reviews)Duration: 8h–10hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 125 per personView
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5-day Cuyabeno Amazon tour from Quito: River and rainforestFive-day Cuyabeno Amazon tour from Quito with naturalist guide leading canoe trips, forest hikes, and visits to a Siona community.Mon, Wed, Thu and Sun · 23:30 · Ages 19–60★ 5.00 (4 reviews)Duration: 5dLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 700 per personView
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Cotopaxi Volcano tour: Hike Limpiopungo Lagoon, 4800 metersDay trip to Cotopaxi National Park with certified guide, air-conditioned transport and a hike around Limpiopungo Lagoon.Thu and Sat · No fixed time · Up to age 80★ 5.00 (4 reviews)Duration: 6h–8hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 59 per personView
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Cotopaxi National Park hiking tour from Quito: 4,864 m refugePrivate tour from Quito along the Avenue of the Volcanoes to Cotopaxi National Park, hiking to Jose Ribas Refuge with views of Limpiopungo Lagoon.Every day · 08:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 4★ 5.00 (2 reviews)Duration: 8h–10hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 125 per personView
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Horseback Riding in Cotopaxi National Park from QuitoRide horseback through Cotopaxi National Park for a full day from Quito, passing volcanic ravines and haciendas before hiking to Padre Rivas Refuge.Every day · 07:00 and 08:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 8★ 5.00 (2 reviews)Duration: 9hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 199 per personView
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Mindo Cloud Forest & Chocolate Tour from Quito: Private guidePrivate day tour from Quito to Mindo's cloud forest with English-Spanish guide. Spot hummingbirds and birds on guided walks, then learn chocolate-making at Yumbos Chocolate.Every day · No fixed time · Hotel pickup★ 5.00 (1 review)Duration: 8hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 134 per personView
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Quilotoa Lagoon full-day tour: Private transport & lunchPrivate full-day tour from Quito to Quilotoa Volcano with guide, transport, lunch and park entry. Drive the Avenue of Volcanoes.Every day · 07:30 · Hotel pickup · From age 4★ 5.00 (1 review)Duration: 7h–8hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 160 per personView
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4-Day Amazon Rainforest & Hot Springs Tour from Quito: PrivatePrivate 4-day tour from Quito featuring Papallacta Hot Springs, Amazon rainforest exploration, indigenous communities, and wildlife viewing on the Napo and Arajuno rivers.Every day · 07:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 7★ 5.00 (1 review)Duration: 4dLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 839 per personView
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Cotopaxi volcano tour from Quito: Hike to José Rivas RefugeFull-day Cotopaxi National Park tour from Quito with certified bilingual guide, hike to José Rivas Refuge, optional downhill cycling.Every day · 07:00 and 07:30 · Pickup available · Ages 21–65★ 5.00 (3 reviews)Duration: 9h–10hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 90 per personView
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Quilotoa Lagoon Day Trip: Crater Walk & MarketsFull-day tour from Quito to Quilotoa crater lake with indigenous market visits, artisan gallery stop and Ecuadorian lunch. Pickup at 7:15 am, return around 6 pm.Every day · 07:00 and 07:30 · Pickup available · From age 5★ 5.00 (8 reviews)Duration: 10h–12hLive guide: EN · ES✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 90 per personView
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Cotopaxi Hike & Bike from Quito: Glacier to lagoonFull-day Cotopaxi National Park tour from Quito combines a high-altitude hike to the glacier at 5,000 meters with a downhill mountain bike ride.Next departure: 20 Feb 2027 · All agesDuration: 10hLive guide: EN✓ Free cancellation.from US$ 85 per personView