Quilotoa guided tour with transport from Baths to Quito
Overview
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10 hours
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Optimize your route with our Baños to Quito transportation on a full-day guided tour to the Laguna del Quilotoa; discover the most iconic turquoise crater in the Ecuadorian Andes, enjoy adventure hikes and local culture, connecting the best of nature and relaxation in one trip.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Laguna Quilotoa
6:30 AM: Departure from the city of Baños by private vehicle. 10:00 AM: Visit to the Tigua Gallery in the Cultural Center "Condor Huasi" 12:00 PM: Arrival at Quilotoa Lagoon, located at 3800 meters (12,467 feet). 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Hike to the shore of Quilotoa Lagoon, where you can take a kayak ride or just enjoy the stunning scenery. 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Ascent to the edge of the lagoon. It can be done on foot or on horseback (additional cost of $10 USD). 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Walk back to the vehicle. 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Return to Quito City
Galeria del Primer Pintor de Tigua - "Julio Toaquiza Tigasi"
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Options
Quilotoa guided tour with transport from Baths to Quito
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Certified guide
Lunch
Admission to the reservation
Additional drinks and snacks during the tour
Pickup points
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Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Reviews
5 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent. 💯. Recommended.
mariooZ6648DR,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an excellent experience with the best company of Fernando, an excellent person and professional guide; thank you for everything, I will carry you in my heart.
Perfect option if you're leaving Baños for Quito
Ramon B,Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Just perfect if you're leaving Baños to go to Quito. They're the only ones in Baños providing the tour to end at the doorstep of your hotel in Quito. The tour towards and at Quilotoa is great too. Magnificent views over the lake and nice stops before you end up at Quilotoa
The Best Experience with the Best Tourism Enterprise in Baños
Santiago C,Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00They are the best, all the logistics you handle from start to finish is spectacular; you rating the experience and value in every detail, the guides are spectacular with good knowledge of the sector and language management, they are empathetic, charismatic and very friendly. The vehicles are new and very clean. I highly recommend
Tour Quilotoa
christophersH8082TS,Sep 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Enterprise recommended very punctual, attentive and friendly the guide has experience on the tourist site. He indicated us about the flora and fauna of the place. I recommend taking your tour with this Enterprise.
Quilotoa tour
448mariamn,Jul 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I did the tour with Santiago and one colombian couple and the experince was amazing ! Everything was perfect learned so much and we also shared a lot I m very grateful for this ! He also organised a drop off to the airport which was really helpfull for me !
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