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Itinerary
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Stop At: Laguna Quilotoa, Laguna de Quilotoa, 070701 Ecuador

Start your day with a visit to the famous local market of Saquisilí. On Sundays, when the market is closed, you'll visit the first missionary church in Ecuador, located in Pujili. Continuing on, you'll pass through the indigenous villages of the area which provide a fantastic chance to witness true Ecuadorian culture.

Arriving at the spectacular Laguna Quilotoa, you'll hike down to the Laguna and back in a stunning 45 min hike down and 1-hour hike up. It is possible to hire mules for part of the trek. Paying special attention to the culture and rural life of indigenous Andean people, this trip is a wonderful opportunity to see the beauty of Ecuador in all of its forms.

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07:00 - Depart from meeting point.

09:30 - Explore Saquisili/Pujili (Thursday/Sunday) and visit a native family.

10:30 - Depart to Laguna Quilotoa

13:00 - Begin descent to the Laguna

14:00 - Explore the Laguna shore

14:30 - Begin ascent to the Laguna viewpoint / mules rent $8 *optional

15:30 - Lunch (included)

16:30 - Arrive to Tigua Art community gallery

19:00 - Return to “Magic Bean“ restaurant (Juan Leon Mera and Mariscal Foch).

Duration: 8 hours

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Included

Professional and bilingual guide
Lunch
Transportation from/to Quito's meeting point

Not included

Mules rent $10p.p
Kayak rent $4p.p
Quilotoa entrance fee ($2)
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Additional

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Necessary Equipment: Sunglasses and sun cream, Water and snacks, Camera, Hiking shoes, Big bag for shopping, Waterproof jacket

Features

Tourism

50%

Sport

40%

Cultural

35%

Reviews

4.2

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Albert B

4 | 2017-12-28

Quilotoa is a beautiful location. The guide was knowledgeable and helpful. The driver was excellent and careful. The round trip from Quito took hours but it was time well spent.

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cally h

5 | 2017-09-01

Amazing tour! Amazing views. Good hike.

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Siavash C

1 | 2017-03-16

STAY AWAY FROM THIS COMPANY They tell you what you pay is all inclusive and once on trip the tour guide (omar) will try and milk you for more money, for enterance fees, and he takes you to see how a local tribes live where bunch of kids in new fashion clothes are and asks for $.

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Matthew h

5 | 2016-10-09

Nice drive through volcano Alley to get to Quilatoa. Would recommend this tour for anyone wanting to see nature at its best. Loved it!!

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Jayce C

4 | 2016-06-21

Nice hike, visit to farmer's market was very fun.

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