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Quilotoa Lake Private Day Trip: Scenic Remote Villages and Breathtaking Views from Quito
4.5
2 Ratings
Tigua
The Quilotoa Loop provides a chance to explore secluded villages and take in some of Ecuador’s most stunning landscapes. The compact dirt path clings to the mountain, offering awe-inspiring views of the verdant valleys and the cultivated fields of the Andes that create an exclusive panorama.
The Quilotoa Loop provides a chance to explore secluded villages and take in some of Ecuador’s most stunning landscapes. The compact dirt path clings to the mountain, offering awe-inspiring views of the verdant valleys and the cultivated fields of the Andes that create an exclusive panorama.
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Galeria del Primer Pintor de Tigua - “Julio Toaquiza Tigasi” - Begin the adventure early by driving to the Quilotoa area. Along the way, enjoy the breathtaking landscape filled with numerous Andean crops such as barley, wheat, potatoes, and quinoa. A stop will be made in the community of Tigua, renowned for its artists who create vibrant paintings…
- Galeria del Primer Pintor de Tigua - “Julio Toaquiza Tigasi” - Begin the adventure early by driving to the Quilotoa area. Along the way, enjoy the breathtaking landscape filled with numerous Andean crops such as barley, wheat, potatoes, and quinoa. A stop will be made in the community of Tigua, renowned for its artists who create vibrant paintings on sheepskin canvases. These artworks beautifully depict Andean landscapes, people, and everyday life.
- Laguna Quilotoa - Continue the journey to Quilotoa Lake, passing through Zumbahua town to visit the local market, which is open only on Saturdays. Upon arrival at Quilotoa Lake, seize the opportunity to photograph the stunning extinct volcano crater that houses a vivid green lake. The remarkable Quilotoa crater offers numerous options for hiking enthusiasts, with a diameter of 2 km and a depth of 500 m from the crater’s rim. Finally, return to Quito in the afternoon.
What's Included
- Hotel drop-off
- Bottled water
- Private tour
- Driver/guide
- Hotel pickup
- Transport by private vehicle
- Hotel drop-off
- Bottled water
- Private tour
- Driver/guide
- Hotel pickup
- Transport by private vehicle
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
Location
Galeria del Primer Pintor de Tigua - "Julio Toaquiza Tigasi"
Km 50 via Latacunga - Quevedo, Tigua Chimbacuchu
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(2 Ratings)
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Mzberg
Feb 1, 2021
Highly recommend - We booked multiple services and our experience with both drivers was similar in that they both offered to open to door each time I got out and didn't turn on music/radio during our trip. A big plus and what we would expect from a private driver. Both vehicles were clean and comfortable with functioning seatbelts for safety. We went exactly where we wanted to go, they were safe, friendly, we spoke occassionally but not while driving, courteous, and didn't make us feel rushed when we were looking around or stopped a few times for photos. Enrique pointed out a few things on our drive that we wouldn't have noticed otherwise, so that was really nice. Overall, a relaxing and professional experience that we highly recommend.
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Piel_canela_2009
Jun 3, 2019
Gorgeous place - Far to go and long way but worth it. Would have liked to stay longer but would recommend to stay nearby not from Quito as we did
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