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Cotopaxi Hike & Horse

Quito, Ecuadorby Takiri Travel

  • 1 day
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English, Spanish

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Overview

What better way to experience the beautiful nature around Cotopaxi volcano than from the back of a horse?! Ride through the incredible Andes scenery of the Cotopaxi National Park. Take a hike up to the volcano surrounded by the amazing scenery of the Andes and learn more about the flora, geology, and rich history of the area.

What's included

  • Guide (English and Spanish speaking)
  • Horseback riding
  • Horse Riding equipment
  • Lunch
  • Private transportation during the whole day.
  • 24/7 support from our team.
  • Pick up and drop off at your hotel in Quito
  • Mandatory Travel Insurance
  • Personal Expenses
  • Meals and drinks not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Optional activities
  • Tips for guides

Itinerary

Drive through the winding roads of the epic Andean landscape and into the Cotopaxi National Park. Your first activity will be to hike up to the refuge Jose Rivas, located on the northern flanks of Volcán Cotopaxi at 4,800 m (15,744 ft). Take a nice hot drink and enjoy the landscape of this magnificent place. In the afternoon, you will visit a local hacienda where you will have lunch and then you will get your gear, and prepare for the horseback ride. You will enjoy a 2 hour horseback ride in the middle of the Andes and we promise it is an experience you will never forget. After this, you will make your way back to Quito where you will be dropped off at your hotel for a well deserved rest.

Meeting and pickup

We'll pick you up from your hotel in Quito. For pickups in the valleys, airport area, we charge a small fee.

We'll pick you up from your hotel in Quito. For pickups in the valleys, airport area, we charge a small fee.

End point

We'll pick you up from your hotel in Quito. For pickups in the valleys, airport area, we charge a small fee.

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum age is 5 years

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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