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All prices include transport from Quito, guide, gear & meals.<\/p>\n\n <div class=\"tours-grid\">\n\n \n <div class=\"tour-card\">\n <div class=\"tour-card-top\">\n <div class=\"tour-badge\">Best Seller<\/div>\n <div class=\"tour-difficulty\">\n <div class=\"dot active\"><\/div><div class=\"dot active\"><\/div><div class=\"dot\"><\/div><div class=\"dot\"><\/div><div class=\"dot\"><\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"tour-name\">Cotopaxi Day Hike from Quito<\/div>\n <div class=\"tour-duration\">\u23f1 1 Day \u00b7 All Skill Levels<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"tour-card-body\">\n <ul class=\"tour-highlights\">\n <li>Hike to 5,000m refuge & glacier viewpoint<\/li>\n <li>Round-trip transport from Quito included<\/li>\n <li>Acclimatization hike on p\u00e1ramo ecosystem<\/li>\n <li>Hot lunch at hacienda included<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"tour-footer\">\n <div class=\"tour-price\">$129 <small>per person<\/small><\/div>\n <a href=\"#quote\" class=\"tour-btn\">Get Quote<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"tour-card\">\n <div class=\"tour-card-top\">\n <div class=\"tour-badge\">Most Popular<\/div>\n <div class=\"tour-difficulty\">\n <div class=\"dot active\"><\/div><div class=\"dot active\"><\/div><div class=\"dot active\"><\/div><div class=\"dot active\"><\/div><div class=\"dot\"><\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"tour-name\">Cotopaxi Summit Attempt<\/div>\n <div class=\"tour-duration\">\u23f1 2 Days \u00b7 Intermediate\u2013Advanced<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"tour-card-body\">\n <ul class=\"tour-highlights\">\n <li>Midnight glacier ascent with certified guide<\/li>\n <li>Overnight at Jos\u00e9 Ribas refuge (4,800m)<\/li>\n <li>Full gear kit: crampons, ice axe, harness<\/li>\n <li>Pre-climb acclimatization briefing & training<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"tour-footer\">\n <div class=\"tour-price\">$395 <small>per person<\/small><\/div>\n <a href=\"#quote\" class=\"tour-btn\">Get Quote<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"tour-card\">\n <div class=\"tour-card-top\">\n <div class=\"tour-badge\">Adventure Pack<\/div>\n <div class=\"tour-difficulty\">\n <div class=\"dot active\"><\/div><div class=\"dot active\"><\/div><div class=\"dot active\"><\/div><div class=\"dot active\"><\/div><div class=\"dot active\"><\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"tour-name\">7-Day Andes Trekking Adventure<\/div>\n <div class=\"tour-duration\">\u23f1 7 Days \u00b7 All Included<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"tour-card-body\">\n <ul class=\"tour-highlights\">\n <li>Cotopaxi + Chimborazo + Quilotoa Loop<\/li>\n <li>Boutique hacienda accommodation<\/li>\n <li>All meals, transport & park fees included<\/li>\n <li>Optional village & cultural immersion stops<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"tour-footer\">\n <div class=\"tour-price\">$1,290 <small>per person<\/small><\/div>\n <a href=\"#quote\" class=\"tour-btn\">Get Quote<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n <section class=\"content-section\" id=\"about\">\n <div class=\"container\">\n <div class=\"content-cols\">\n <div class=\"content-body\">\n <p class=\"section-label\">Expert Knowledge<\/p>\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">Why Book a <em>Guided<\/em> Cotopaxi Tour?<\/h2>\n\n <p>Planning a <span class=\"kw\">Cotopaxi volcano tour<\/span> on your own is possible \u2014 but risky. Cotopaxi is one of the world’s highest active volcanoes at <strong>5,897 meters<\/strong>, and the altitude, glacier terrain, and rapidly changing weather demand professional expertise.<\/p>\n\n <h3>Best Time for Andes Hiking in Ecuador<\/h3>\n <p>The best months for <span class=\"kw\">Andes hiking tours in Ecuador<\/span> are June through September (dry season). During this window, trails are firmer, glacier conditions are more stable, and summit visibility is highest. January to April offers lush green p\u00e1ramo but more rain.<\/p>\n\n <h3>Cotopaxi vs. Other Andes Peaks<\/h3>\n <p>While Cotopaxi draws the most attention, Ecuador’s Andes offer spectacular alternatives. <span class=\"kw\">Chimborazo<\/span> (6,263m) is the world’s closest point to the sun. <span class=\"kw\">Quilotoa<\/span> features a stunning crater lake at 3,914m. Our <span class=\"kw\">Ecuador mountain tour packages<\/span> combine multiple peaks for maximum adventure.<\/p>\n\n <h3>What Fitness Level Do You Need?<\/h3>\n <p>Our <span class=\"kw\">guided Ecuador adventure tours<\/span> range from beginner-friendly p\u00e1ramo walks to technical glacier climbs. We custom-design every itinerary based on your fitness and experience. No prior mountaineering experience is required for most Cotopaxi day tours.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div>\n <div class=\"info-box\">\n <h4>\ud83c\udf92 What’s Included in Every Tour<\/h4>\n <ul>\n <li>Round-trip transport from Quito<\/li>\n <li>ASEGUIM-certified mountain guide<\/li>\n <li>Technical gear (crampons, ice axe, harness)<\/li>\n <li>National park entrance fees<\/li>\n <li>Meals as specified per package<\/li>\n <li>Altitude sickness emergency protocol<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"info-box\">\n <h4>\ud83d\udcc5 Best Time to Book<\/h4>\n <ul>\n <li>High season: June \u2013 September<\/li>\n <li>Dry & clear: December \u2013 January<\/li>\n <li>Book 4\u20136 weeks ahead in peak season<\/li>\n <li>Private tours available year-round<\/li>\n <li>Flexible cancellation on most packages<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"info-box\">\n <h4>\ud83c\udf0d Popular Andes Add-Ons<\/h4>\n <ul>\n <li>Otavalo indigenous market visit<\/li>\n <li>Quilotoa crater lake hike<\/li>\n <li>Avenue of the Volcanoes scenic drive<\/li>\n <li>Hacienda horseback riding<\/li>\n <li>Combo with Amazon or Gal\u00e1pagos<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n <section class=\"faq-section\" id=\"faq\">\n <div class=\"container\">\n <p class=\"section-label\">Common Questions<\/p>\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">Cotopaxi Tour <em>FAQ<\/em><\/h2>\n <p class=\"section-sub\">Everything you need to know before booking your <strong>Andes hiking tour in Ecuador<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n <div class=\"faq-list\">\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\n <button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"toggleFaq(this)\">\n Is Cotopaxi safe to climb in 2026?\n <span class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/span>\n <\/button>\n <div class=\"faq-a\">Cotopaxi is actively monitored by Ecuador’s geophysical institute (IGEPN). Our guides follow all safety protocols and have evacuation plans in place. We never proceed if volcanic activity exceeds safe thresholds. The route to the glacier and Jos\u00e9 Ribas refuge is well-established and considered safe for guided groups year-round.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\n <button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"toggleFaq(this)\">\n How do I get from Quito to Cotopaxi?\n <span class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/span>\n <\/button>\n <div class=\"faq-a\">All our <strong>Cotopaxi day tours from Quito<\/strong> include round-trip private transport. The drive takes approximately 1.5\u20132 hours from Quito city center. We pick you up at your hotel and return you by evening. No need to rent a car or figure out buses.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\n <button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"toggleFaq(this)\">\n What experience do I need for the summit attempt?\n <span class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/span>\n <\/button>\n <div class=\"faq-a\">For the summit climb, we recommend prior high-altitude experience (above 4,000m) and good physical fitness. No technical climbing experience is necessary \u2014 our certified guides teach you crampon and ice axe techniques on-site. A pre-climb acclimatization day in Quito is included in all summit packages.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\n <button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"toggleFaq(this)\">\n How much does a Cotopaxi tour package cost?\n <span class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/span>\n <\/button>\n <div class=\"faq-a\">Our <strong>Cotopaxi tour packages<\/strong> start from $129 per person for a day hike, $395 for the 2-day summit attempt, and $1,290 for the 7-day Andes trekking adventure. 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All prices include transport from Quito, guide, gear & meals.<\/p>\n\n <div class=\"tours-grid\">\n\n \n <div class=\"tour-card\">\n <div class=\"tour-card-top\">\n <div class=\"tour-badge\">Best Seller<\/div>\n <div class=\"tour-difficulty\">\n <div class=\"dot active\"><\/div><div class=\"dot active\"><\/div><div class=\"dot\"><\/div><div class=\"dot\"><\/div><div class=\"dot\"><\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"tour-name\">Cotopaxi Day Hike from Quito<\/div>\n <div class=\"tour-duration\">\u23f1 1 Day \u00b7 All Skill Levels<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"tour-card-body\">\n <ul class=\"tour-highlights\">\n <li>Hike to 5,000m refuge & glacier viewpoint<\/li>\n <li>Round-trip transport from Quito included<\/li>\n <li>Acclimatization hike on p\u00e1ramo ecosystem<\/li>\n <li>Hot lunch at hacienda included<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"tour-footer\">\n <div class=\"tour-price\">$129 <small>per person<\/small><\/div>\n <a href=\"#quote\" class=\"tour-btn\">Get Quote<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"tour-card\">\n <div class=\"tour-card-top\">\n <div class=\"tour-badge\">Most Popular<\/div>\n <div class=\"tour-difficulty\">\n <div class=\"dot active\"><\/div><div class=\"dot active\"><\/div><div class=\"dot active\"><\/div><div class=\"dot active\"><\/div><div class=\"dot\"><\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"tour-name\">Cotopaxi Summit Attempt<\/div>\n <div class=\"tour-duration\">\u23f1 2 Days \u00b7 Intermediate\u2013Advanced<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"tour-card-body\">\n <ul class=\"tour-highlights\">\n <li>Midnight glacier ascent with certified guide<\/li>\n <li>Overnight at Jos\u00e9 Ribas refuge (4,800m)<\/li>\n <li>Full gear kit: crampons, ice axe, harness<\/li>\n <li>Pre-climb acclimatization briefing & training<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"tour-footer\">\n <div class=\"tour-price\">$395 <small>per person<\/small><\/div>\n <a href=\"#quote\" class=\"tour-btn\">Get Quote<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"tour-card\">\n <div class=\"tour-card-top\">\n <div class=\"tour-badge\">Adventure Pack<\/div>\n <div class=\"tour-difficulty\">\n <div class=\"dot active\"><\/div><div class=\"dot active\"><\/div><div class=\"dot active\"><\/div><div class=\"dot active\"><\/div><div class=\"dot active\"><\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"tour-name\">7-Day Andes Trekking Adventure<\/div>\n <div class=\"tour-duration\">\u23f1 7 Days \u00b7 All Included<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"tour-card-body\">\n <ul class=\"tour-highlights\">\n <li>Cotopaxi + Chimborazo + Quilotoa Loop<\/li>\n <li>Boutique hacienda accommodation<\/li>\n <li>All meals, transport & park fees included<\/li>\n <li>Optional village & cultural immersion stops<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"tour-footer\">\n <div class=\"tour-price\">$1,290 <small>per person<\/small><\/div>\n <a href=\"#quote\" class=\"tour-btn\">Get Quote<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n <section class=\"content-section\" id=\"about\">\n <div class=\"container\">\n <div class=\"content-cols\">\n <div class=\"content-body\">\n <p class=\"section-label\">Expert Knowledge<\/p>\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">Why Book a <em>Guided<\/em> Cotopaxi Tour?<\/h2>\n\n <p>Planning a <span class=\"kw\">Cotopaxi volcano tour<\/span> on your own is possible \u2014 but risky. Cotopaxi is one of the world’s highest active volcanoes at <strong>5,897 meters<\/strong>, and the altitude, glacier terrain, and rapidly changing weather demand professional expertise.<\/p>\n\n <h3>Best Time for Andes Hiking in Ecuador<\/h3>\n <p>The best months for <span class=\"kw\">Andes hiking tours in Ecuador<\/span> are June through September (dry season). During this window, trails are firmer, glacier conditions are more stable, and summit visibility is highest. January to April offers lush green p\u00e1ramo but more rain.<\/p>\n\n <h3>Cotopaxi vs. Other Andes Peaks<\/h3>\n <p>While Cotopaxi draws the most attention, Ecuador’s Andes offer spectacular alternatives. <span class=\"kw\">Chimborazo<\/span> (6,263m) is the world’s closest point to the sun. <span class=\"kw\">Quilotoa<\/span> features a stunning crater lake at 3,914m. Our <span class=\"kw\">Ecuador mountain tour packages<\/span> combine multiple peaks for maximum adventure.<\/p>\n\n <h3>What Fitness Level Do You Need?<\/h3>\n <p>Our <span class=\"kw\">guided Ecuador adventure tours<\/span> range from beginner-friendly p\u00e1ramo walks to technical glacier climbs. We custom-design every itinerary based on your fitness and experience. No prior mountaineering experience is required for most Cotopaxi day tours.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div>\n <div class=\"info-box\">\n <h4>\ud83c\udf92 What’s Included in Every Tour<\/h4>\n <ul>\n <li>Round-trip transport from Quito<\/li>\n <li>ASEGUIM-certified mountain guide<\/li>\n <li>Technical gear (crampons, ice axe, harness)<\/li>\n <li>National park entrance fees<\/li>\n <li>Meals as specified per package<\/li>\n <li>Altitude sickness emergency protocol<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"info-box\">\n <h4>\ud83d\udcc5 Best Time to Book<\/h4>\n <ul>\n <li>High season: June \u2013 September<\/li>\n <li>Dry & clear: December \u2013 January<\/li>\n <li>Book 4\u20136 weeks ahead in peak season<\/li>\n <li>Private tours available year-round<\/li>\n <li>Flexible cancellation on most packages<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"info-box\">\n <h4>\ud83c\udf0d Popular Andes Add-Ons<\/h4>\n <ul>\n <li>Otavalo indigenous market visit<\/li>\n <li>Quilotoa crater lake hike<\/li>\n <li>Avenue of the Volcanoes scenic drive<\/li>\n <li>Hacienda horseback riding<\/li>\n <li>Combo with Amazon or Gal\u00e1pagos<\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n \n <section class=\"faq-section\" id=\"faq\">\n <div class=\"container\">\n <p class=\"section-label\">Common Questions<\/p>\n <h2 class=\"section-title\">Cotopaxi Tour <em>FAQ<\/em><\/h2>\n <p class=\"section-sub\">Everything you need to know before booking your <strong>Andes hiking tour in Ecuador<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n <div class=\"faq-list\">\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\n <button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"toggleFaq(this)\">\n Is Cotopaxi safe to climb in 2026?\n <span class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/span>\n <\/button>\n <div class=\"faq-a\">Cotopaxi is actively monitored by Ecuador’s geophysical institute (IGEPN). Our guides follow all safety protocols and have evacuation plans in place. We never proceed if volcanic activity exceeds safe thresholds. The route to the glacier and Jos\u00e9 Ribas refuge is well-established and considered safe for guided groups year-round.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\n <button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"toggleFaq(this)\">\n How do I get from Quito to Cotopaxi?\n <span class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/span>\n <\/button>\n <div class=\"faq-a\">All our <strong>Cotopaxi day tours from Quito<\/strong> include round-trip private transport. The drive takes approximately 1.5\u20132 hours from Quito city center. We pick you up at your hotel and return you by evening. No need to rent a car or figure out buses.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\n <button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"toggleFaq(this)\">\n What experience do I need for the summit attempt?\n <span class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/span>\n <\/button>\n <div class=\"faq-a\">For the summit climb, we recommend prior high-altitude experience (above 4,000m) and good physical fitness. No technical climbing experience is necessary \u2014 our certified guides teach you crampon and ice axe techniques on-site. A pre-climb acclimatization day in Quito is included in all summit packages.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\n <button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"toggleFaq(this)\">\n How much does a Cotopaxi tour package cost?\n <span class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/span>\n <\/button>\n <div class=\"faq-a\">Our <strong>Cotopaxi tour packages<\/strong> start from $129 per person for a day hike, $395 for the 2-day summit attempt, and $1,290 for the 7-day Andes trekking adventure. All prices include transport, guide, gear and meals as specified. Private tours and group discounts available \u2014 fill out our quote form for a custom price.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\n <button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"toggleFaq(this)\">\n Can I combine Cotopaxi with Gal\u00e1pagos or Amazon?\n <span class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/span>\n <\/button>\n <div class=\"faq-a\">Absolutely \u2014 and we highly recommend it! Ecuador is uniquely compact, making it easy to combine <strong>Andes hiking<\/strong> with a Gal\u00e1pagos Islands cruise or Amazon rainforest lodge in one trip. We specialize in multi-destination Ecuador packages and can build your complete itinerary. 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