Quilotoa Trek
Discover the emerald jewel of the Ecuadorian Andes
TRIP OVERVIEW
The highlands and the rocky peaks around the local villages in the Western part of the Cotopaxi Province, are an undiscovered treasure that have maintained their distinctly Andean and indigenous character. Indigenous, remote, high and dry are four words that perfectly define this unique area of Ecuador. Andeanface offers you a four days Trekking Expedition with moderate hiking through this beautiful scenery.
You will find a beautiful crater lagoon, patches of cloud forest and a very defined dry highland vegetation. The people who inhabit this area are very warm-hearted local Indians who live very simple but rough lives, fighting against the harsh conditions of their environment.
The Quilotoa region has stayed untouched by the massive visits of tourists, which has kept the area and its people basically unchanged since the last centuries.
Arrive/Depart: Quito
Group Size: Open to private groups
Pre-requisites: Good physical condition
Difficulty Levels: Moderate
EXPLAIN DIFFICULTY LEVELS
Accomodation: 3 nights at Haciendas VIEW LODGING
Activity: Trekking / Wildlife & Natural History / Cultural Exploration
Seasons: All year round
Equipment: Trekking Expeditions Gear List
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ITINERARY
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01
Drive and Hike to Posada Tigua - Visit the Town of Tigua
Activity: Driving / Sightseeing / Trekking
Accommodation: Hacienda Posada de Tigua
Transportation: Private van or jeep transfer
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
DAY
02
Walk from Tigua to Quilotoa Crater [3.800 m /12,464 ft]
Activity: 5-6 hours trekking
Accommodation: Mountain Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY
03
Hike from Quilotoa to the Village of Chugchilán
DAY
04
Walk around Chugchilán and Drive to Quito
Activity: 4 hours hiking / Drive back to Quito
Transportation: Private van or jeep transfer
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Important: Please note that this itinerary is a guideline only. We will do every effort to follow it, but in case of unforeseen circumstances we may have to make changes.
DATES & PRICING
Scheduled Dates
We run this trip only on private basis for groups.
Please send us an e-mail to book this
Antisana Trek & Climb Expedition.
2021 Prices
2 pax - USD 680 per person
3 pax - USD 610 per person
4+ pax - USD 535 per person
Trip Cost Includes
- All transport by private vehicles during the program
- All the food once out of Quito
- Accommodation during the tour
- Permits and park fees
- Bilingual guide
Trip Cost Does Not Include
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Accommodation and meals while in Quito
- Alcoholic drinks
- Extras, laundry, tips
WHY TAKE THIS TRIP WITH US?
You will discover one of the most picturesque areas of the Ecuadorian Andes and its unique people and culture. Our team is formed by the best Ecuadorian hiking guides. Our guides are an integral part of Andeanface because they understand and share our principles. The quality of our guiding staff is what makes us stand out from other companies. The accomodation used during this expedition gives it an added value, some nights are spent in Haciendas, which are traditional fams houses converted into mountain lodges.

Hi Javier- The hikes were amazing! Loved hiking with Franklin too. He is a terrific, talented guide. Thanks for everything!
Lata Stavropoulos
USA
Hi Javier, We have had a marvelous time in Ecuador and your agency's care and Fabian were magnificent. Thank you so much!
Marics Family
USA
Elizabeth and I really enjoyed our hiking trip. Pablo was a great guide; he was extremely helpful, and a fantastic naturalist, historian, and human being. This was an excellent hiking adventure; it was well planned (a thoughtful itinerary), and we can recommend this trip (and Andeanface) to others. Most sincerely,
Lawrence and Elizabeth Datnoff
United States of America