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Cotopaxi National Park, Cotopaxi Province

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Must see · Volcano · National Park
Explore the 33,393 hectares (82,516 acres) of Cotopaxi National Park, centered on an eponymous volcano and sheltering Andean wolves, llamas, deer, pumas, and a vast array of birds. Hike through the humid mountain forest at low elevations and the snowy reaches of the hills surrounding the volcano, which saw its last significant eruption in 1904. Periods of heightened seismic activity--such as in late 2015--can result in restricted access to the park, so be sure to check with local authorities before planning your trip. Use our Machachi trip maker to visit Cotopaxi National Park on your trip to Machachi, and learn what else travelers and our writers recommend seeing nearby.
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Tours to Cotopaxi National Park

Shared Full-Day Hike and Bike Cotopaxi National Park BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $71
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Cotopaxi Hiking and Biking Shared Day Tour BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $78
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Duration: 9 hours 30 minutes
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Cotopaxi Volcano, Refuge Padre Rivas & Glazier Hike Full-Day from Quito BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $112
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Duration: 7 to 8 hours
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  • By FarAway798605
    Nice but overrated. It is a long way from Quito and when we reached Cotopaxi was clothed in clouds and we could see little. The clouds did part and the mountain is indeed a marvellous sight. We met a....  more »
  • By CJC-TN
    After a quick lunch beside the ranger station, we received our directions and suggestions from the ranger at the main gate. Our plan was to hike up to the refuge, but after about 10 minutes, decided....  more »
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  • By Chris Yen
    We biked around the park on 7/2. Weather was cooperative well.....! We had a wonderful experience there. You must be here to enjoy!
  • By Leandro Viscarra
    Didnt make it to the top but this was an amazing experience. Living in Ecuador for so long and not doing this sooner was my biggest mistake.
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