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Cotopaxi National Park
1 day
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About this activity
Since 1738, Cotopaxi has erupted more than 50 times, resulting in the creation of numerous valleys formed by lahars (mudflows) around the volcano. The last eruption lasted from August 2015 to January 2016.[6] Cotopaxi had been officially closed for climbing by authorities until it reopened on October 7, 2017.
Many sources claim that Cotopaxi means shining pile or mountain in an indigenous language, but this is unproven. The mountain was honored as a "Sacred Mountain" by local Andean people, even before the Inca invasion in the 15th century. It was worshiped as “rain sender”, that served as the guarantor of the land's fertility, and at the same time its summit was revered as a place where gods lived.
Activities:
• Photography
• Hiking to shelter camp
• Biking (optional&extra)
• Visit to CotopaxiPungo (horsing optional&extra)
• Visit to Limpiopungo Lake
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Many sources claim that Cotopaxi means shining pile or mountain in an indigenous language, but this is unproven. The mountain was honored as a "Sacred Mountain" by local Andean people, even before the Inca invasion in the 15th century. It was worshiped as “rain sender”, that served as the guarantor of the land's fertility, and at the same time its summit was revered as a place where gods lived.
Activities:
• Photography
• Hiking to shelter camp
• Biking (optional&extra)
• Visit to CotopaxiPungo (horsing optional&extra)
• Visit to Limpiopungo Lake
Included
- Local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transport by private vehicle
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- A maximum of 4 people per booking
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
85%
Original
60%
Cultural
50%
Adrenaline
40%
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