COTOPAXI BIKE AND HIKE – Full Day.

Latacunga, Ecuador

QB
41 reviews
Duration: 7 days
Group size: 1 - 999
COTOPAXI BIKE AND HIKE – Full Day.
Latacunga, Ecuador

41 reviews

Duration: 7 days
Group size: 1 - 999

About this trip

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Have you ever been near an active volcano? Well, on this trip we will cycle close to the second highest active volcano on earth! If you are lucky, you will get to see some of that activity!

After a two hour drive reaching 3800 meters above sea level (12500 ft ASL), you’ll begin a thrilling, yet easy, descent through the beautiful paramo ecosystem to the northernmost entrance of Cotopaxi National Park. The trail mostly consists of a series of dirt paths along 10 kms (about 6.2 miles) of an incredible landscape known as the ‘Avenue of the Volcanoes’. Prepare yourself for many spectacular views, such as a glacial lagoon and a valley with amazing rock formations from previous Cotopaxi volcano eruptions. It will inspire awe for its gorgeous location between the Cotopaxi and Rumiñahui volcanoes.

Don’t believe it? Try it!

What to Bring


What to bring

  • ID (original or copy)
  • Rain/wind jacket
  • Warm clothes
  • Comfortable clothes for biking
  • Camera
  • Sunglasses
  • Cap or hat
  • Bandana
  • Sunblock
  • Money, including small change
  • A backpack to store stuff
  • Water

Note:

It is recommended to have some MTB experience on off-road routes in order to know how to control the bicycle in difficult terrains.

Available Packages

Trip Price
$80

Itinerary

Itinerary
Cotopaxi

Itinerary

  • Hotel pick-up
  • Drive along the Avenue of the Volcanoes
  • Arrival at Cotopaxi National Park
  • Hike Limpiopungo Lagoon, 3800 MASL (approx. 30 minute walk)
  • Drive to 4600 MASL and hike up to the Jose Rivas Refuge at 4800 MASL (approx. 45 min walk). This is OPTIONAL.
  • Bike down to Limpiopungo Lagoon and Pedregal Valley
  • Lunch  
  • Return to Quito  
    NOTE: Optional bikes upon request at an ADDITIONAL cost

Your Organizer


QB
Quito Bike Tours and Travel Experiences
41 reviews
QUITO BIKE TOURS ® is the first company in Quito to run urban bicycle tours. We pride ourselves on positive activism and sustainable tourism. We are passionate about doing things ethically whilst having fun. Discover Quito and Ecuador with us! --------- TRAVEL EXPERIENCES: Do you want to feel, see, taste and learn about Quito and Ecuador? Then join us on one of our day/ multi-day tours, privately or in a group. We know how to make your travel discovery and adventures unique. Visit, learn, taste and feel the local flavours.

Reviews

This was amazing and the organisation by Catalina was fantastic. Nothing was too much trouble . Our guides Pepe and Victor had amazing knowledge and you felt safe at all points . There are plenty of cycle lanes as well . It was great to see a bit more of Quito and learn about some of the murals . The market was fab trying various fruits . Victor then took us through some chocolate tasting and what he does not know about chocolate is not worth knowing. It was an incredible afternoon and would thoroughly recommend .
By Jo H for QUITO CULTURAL BIKE TOUR - DATE: 09 DEC 2023-14:00 on Dec 19, 2023
This was a great introduction to Ecuador. Our guide Pepe was very knowledgeable and we learnt a lot in a short space of time . The middle of the world experience was also fun with the experiments at the equator as well as seeing some traditional huts and dress . Would recommend
By Jo H for MIDDLE OF THE WORLD - DATE: 10 DEC 2023 / PICK UP: 10:30 AM on Dec 19, 2023
Our guides were fantastic from beginning to end. “Viva Quito” !!!! Equipment/Mountain Bikes, helmets were also very good. (suggest bells for urban riding and equip with lights for evening rides). Terrain has hills and at 9400’ altitude. We learned a lot of the history and various neighborhoods of Quito. Stay alert for some rather serious pot holes and have fun The tour concluded with a very informative and delicious chocolate tasting class. 👍😊
By Richard A M for QUITO CULTURAL BIKE TOURS GROUP TOUR - 06DEC2023 / PICK UP: 14:00 on Dec 17, 2023
We had the most wonderful time in Mindo with Pepe and Alvarito. They were the kindest people and gave us the most special experience. We got to see the hummingbird garden, Mindo forest and waterfalls, rode the cable car across the forest, butterfly garden, and chocolate tasting tour. It was such an incredible day, and so so worth the time and money. Pepe and Alvarito 100% made this day and we would definitely do it again! Thank you!!
By Anne M for MINDO CLOUD FOREST / 04NOV - PICK UP: 7:00 AM on Nov 13, 2023
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Great food tour
By Ilva R for ECUADORIAN CUISINE /02NOV 2023 on Nov 11, 2023
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