1-Day Quilotoa Crater Tour from Quito with Tigua Art Experience

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Marvel at the emerald-green waters of the Quilotoa Crater from the rim
• 02 Enjoy panoramic vistas that are perfect for photography
• 03 Experience a Naif art workshop in Tigua town
• 04 Visit a traditional house in the Andes and meet a local family
• 05 Trek down to the Quilotoa lagoon for a closer look at the active lake

Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Quilotoa Crater on a full-day journey from Quito. This mesmerizing volcanic crater, filled with emerald-green water, offers panoramic views that are truly unforgettable. Ideal for hiking, photography, and connecting with nature, the experience also includes a Naif art workshop in Tigua and a visit to a traditional Andean house.

This mesmerizing volcanic crater, filled with emerald-green water, offers panoramic views that are truly unforgettable.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Quito, Quilotoa Lake

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Quito to Quilotoa Crater, Tigua Art and Andean Culture

• Pick up from Quito city by private transportation.
• Travel along the Volcanoes Route on the Panamericana Highway.
• Enjoy a Naif art workshop in Tigua town.
• Visit the Quilotoa Lagoon.
• Trek down to the active lake.
• Lunch is not included.
• Visit a traditional house in the Andes.
• Return to Quito.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Private touristic transportation
• Bilingual guide/driver (English and Spanish)
• Visit a local house and meet a local family
• Visit the art gallery in Tigua
• Entrance to the Quilotoa lookout
• Trek to the lagoon

What's Not Included

• Food
• Tips
• Others

What to bring

• Wear warm clothing, preferably in layers, walking shoes, glasses, water, a cap, gloves, and a scarf.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Quito, Ecuador

Tour start

Quito, Ecuador

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.