1 day

Instant confirmation

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

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%

Cotopaxi National Park