Cotopaxi Vacations

3 reviews

Cotopaxi, approach to the roof of the Andes... A white mushroom with a peak that pierces the clouds, is how I describe the view from the plane when leaving Ecuador.

Visit Cotopaxi

Mountain
Volcano
Nature, Adventure & Sport

Cotopaxi: How to get there?

100 kilometres southeast of Quito by bus

Cotopaxi: When to go?

All year round

Cotopaxi: For how long?

1 to 2 days

Learn more about your destination

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Cotopaxi: What to see in the surroundings?

Quilotoa

Machalilla National Park

Insilibi

Cuyabeno

What our travelers think about their stay

Lorette Vinet

Seasoned Traveller

Cotopaxi, approach to the roof of the Andes... A white mushroom with a peak that pierces the clouds, is how I describe the view from the plane when leaving Ecuador.

My suggestion

It will all depend on your fitness level, as Cotopaxi is a staggering 5,897m high. If you're planning to climb it during your holiday in Eucador, you'll need to be well prepared.

Anonymous traveller

Seasoned Traveller

In the middle of the volcano chain and 5,897 metres high, Cotopaxi is Ecuador's second highest volcano after Chimborazo. It forms part of the national park of the same name.

My suggestion

If you are going higher than the first refuge make sure you don't go alone! You need to be well-equipped and with a guide. In brief, the climb is meant for sports fanatics and thrill seekers!

Anonymous traveller

Seasoned Traveller

Cotopaxi Volcano stands at the heart of the Cordillera Oriental mountain range, dominating the national park established here in order to preserve and protect this unique area.

My suggestion

Head through the park to foot of the volcano, either in a mini-van or on foot. Then climb up to the José Rivas refuge, which lies at an altitude of 4,800 metres. The views are simply magnificient!

Emma Laforge

Traveller

Walking until the refuge al 4800m above sea level and then around the Limpiopungo lagoon was an extraordinary experience!

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