{"id":4107,"date":"2019-12-12T17:59:00","date_gmt":"2019-12-12T20:59:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/?p=4107"},"modified":"2026-01-19T10:41:57","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T13:41:57","slug":"un-dia-en-el-parque-nacional-cotopaxi-en-ecuador","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/un-dia-en-el-parque-nacional-cotopaxi-en-ecuador\/","title":{"rendered":"What to do and how to get to Cotopaxi National Park in Ecuador."},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Today I'm going to show you one of the most impressive places I visited in Ecuador: Cotopaxi National Park. This ecological reserve is, without a doubt, one of the most beautiful in the country. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">With its imposing snow-capped volcano as its centerpiece, it offers breathtaking landscapes and a direct connection to Andean nature. <strong>Cotopaxi National Park<\/strong> is a very popular option among mountaineering and hiking enthusiasts, and for anyone who loves admiring beautiful landscapes without having to do any difficult trekking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, I'll tell you what you can do inside the park, how to get there on your own, and why it's worth including in any Ecuador itinerary.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"779\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ecuador01-opt.webp\" alt=\"Volcan Cotopaxi - Ecuador\" class=\"wp-image-38491\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ecuador01-opt.webp 1200w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ecuador01-opt-800x519.webp 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ecuador01-opt-600x390.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ecuador01-opt-18x12.webp 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cotopaxi Volcano \u2013 Ecuador<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1199\" height=\"92\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner-divisorio-ecuador.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-41062\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner-divisorio-ecuador.webp 1199w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner-divisorio-ecuador-600x46.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner-divisorio-ecuador-800x61.webp 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1199px) 100vw, 1199px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69ed2ab0a3f9d\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" style='display:none' id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69ed2ab0a3f9d\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/un-dia-en-el-parque-nacional-cotopaxi-en-ecuador\/#Sobre_el_Volcan_Cotopaxi\" >About the Cotopaxi Volcano<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/un-dia-en-el-parque-nacional-cotopaxi-en-ecuador\/#Subir_hasta_la_cima_del_volcan_Cotopaxi\" >Climb to the top of the Cotopaxi volcano<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/un-dia-en-el-parque-nacional-cotopaxi-en-ecuador\/#Cuando_erupciono_el_volcan_Cotopaxi\" >When the Cotopaxi volcano erupted<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/un-dia-en-el-parque-nacional-cotopaxi-en-ecuador\/#Donde_queda_el_Parque_Nacional_Cotopaxi\" >Where is Cotopaxi National Park?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/un-dia-en-el-parque-nacional-cotopaxi-en-ecuador\/#Como_llegar_al_Volcan_Cotopaxi_por_tu_cuenta\" >How to get to Cotopaxi Volcano on your own<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/un-dia-en-el-parque-nacional-cotopaxi-en-ecuador\/#Desde_Latacunga\" >From Latacunga<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/un-dia-en-el-parque-nacional-cotopaxi-en-ecuador\/#Desde_Quito\" >From Quito<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/un-dia-en-el-parque-nacional-cotopaxi-en-ecuador\/#%C2%BFSe_puede_visitar_el_Parque_Nacional_Cotopaxi_de_manera_independiente\" >Can you visit Cotopaxi National Park independently?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/un-dia-en-el-parque-nacional-cotopaxi-en-ecuador\/#Visitar_el_Parque_con_un_transporte_privado\" >Visit the Park with private transportation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/un-dia-en-el-parque-nacional-cotopaxi-en-ecuador\/#Que_ver_en_el_Parque_Nacional_Cotopaxi\" >What to see in Cotopaxi National Park<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/un-dia-en-el-parque-nacional-cotopaxi-en-ecuador\/#Laguna_de_Limpiopungo\" >Limpiopungo Lagoon<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/un-dia-en-el-parque-nacional-cotopaxi-en-ecuador\/#Bosque_de_chuquirahuas\" >Chuquirahua Forest<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/un-dia-en-el-parque-nacional-cotopaxi-en-ecuador\/#Refugio_Jose_Rivas\" >Jose Rivas Shelter<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/un-dia-en-el-parque-nacional-cotopaxi-en-ecuador\/#Regreso\" >Return<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/un-dia-en-el-parque-nacional-cotopaxi-en-ecuador\/#Mejor_epoca_para_visitar_el_Parque_Nacional_Cotopaxi\" >Best time to visit Cotopaxi National Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/un-dia-en-el-parque-nacional-cotopaxi-en-ecuador\/#Reflexiones_finales_de_la_visita_al_Volcan_Cotopaxi\" >Final reflections on the visit to the Cotopaxi Volcano<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sobre_el_Volcan_Cotopaxi\"><\/span>About the Cotopaxi Volcano<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">What makes this <strong>National Park<\/strong> so impressive and interesting to visit is the presence of <strong>Ecuador's second highest volcano<\/strong>, which reaches <strong>5,897 meters above sea level<\/strong>, surpassed only by Chimborazo at 6,263 meters. Its imposing silhouette rises above the relatively flat terrain, creating a spectacular contrast that attracts nature lovers and photographers alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The <strong>views of the volcano<\/strong> from several kilometers away, as well as those from the top of the park, are simply <strong>fabulous<\/strong>. The combination of altitude, landscape, and the majesty of the surroundings makes each panoramic view a unique experience that reflects the grandeur of the Ecuadorian Andes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"http:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/blog34.jpg\" alt=\"Vistas del Volc\u00e1n dentro del Parque Cotopaxi\" class=\"wp-image-4110\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Views of the Volcano inside Cotopaxi Park<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Subir_hasta_la_cima_del_volcan_Cotopaxi\"><\/span>Climb to the top of the Cotopaxi volcano<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Cotopaxi<\/strong> is one of the most emblematic and coveted peaks for mountaineers in Ecuador. Climbing it requires <strong>specialized equipment<\/strong>, good physical condition, and, above all, <strong>hiring a professional guide<\/strong>, since the altitude and weather conditions can be demanding and changeable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"http:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/blog37.jpg\" alt=\"Cerca del refugio Jose Rivas\" class=\"wp-image-4115\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Near the Jose Rivas shelter<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The <strong>most used route<\/strong> to approach the summit begins at the <strong>Jos\u00e9 Rivas Refuge<\/strong>, located <strong>4,864 meters above sea level<\/strong> on the northern slope of the volcano. From this point, many organized excursions allow visitors to experience the majesty of Cotopaxi without the need for a full ascent, offering  <strong>spectacular views of the crater and the glaciers <\/strong> that crown it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cuando_erupciono_el_volcan_Cotopaxi\"><\/span>When the Cotopaxi volcano erupted<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The <strong>Cotopaxi Volcano<\/strong> has had multiple eruptions throughout history, but one of the most recorded and significant was in 1877, considered its largest eruption in historical times. Since then, it has had several minor eruptions and periods of intermittent volcanic activity, making it one of the most <strong>active volcanoes<\/strong> in Ecuador.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Its recent activity has been constantly monitored; For example, in <strong>2015 and 2016<\/strong> there were increases in activity that led to <strong>preventive alerts and access restrictions<\/strong> to the park. This makes Cotopaxi a volcano that, although open to visitors, always requires <strong>caution and monitoring by local authorities<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/itinerario-de-2-semanas-en-ecuador-playas-volcanes-y-selva\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"799\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/blog06-1.jpg\" alt=\"Laguna de Quilotoa - Ecuador\" class=\"wp-image-3303 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/blog06-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/blog06-1-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/blog06-1-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/blog06-1-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"translation-block\">You might be interested in knowing what <a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/itinerario-de-2-semanas-en-ecuador-playas-volcanes-y-selva\/\" target=\"_self\">my 2-week Ecuador travel itinerary was. <\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Donde_queda_el_Parque_Nacional_Cotopaxi\"><\/span>Where is Cotopaxi National Park?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Cotopaxi National Park<\/strong> is located in the <strong>central region of Ecuador<\/strong>, covering parts of the provinces of <strong>Cotopaxi and Pichincha<\/strong>. It is located approximately <strong>50 km south of Quito<\/strong>, making it an accessible destination for day trips from the capital.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The park protects the <strong>Cotopaxi volcano<\/strong>, one of the highest and most active in the country, as well as <strong>extensive areas of Andean moorland, lagoons, rivers and nature trails<\/strong>. Its strategic location allows you to combine your visit with other nearby attractions, such as the Jos\u00e9 Rivas Refuge and the Andean flora and fauna viewing areas, offering a complete nature and adventure experience to all visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f0f0f07a;grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/cuenca-y-parque-nacional-cajas-historia-y-naturaleza-en-ecuador\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/blog_cuenca_00-600x338.jpg\" alt=\"C\u00fapulas en la ciudad de Cuenca, Ecuador \" class=\"wp-image-15557 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/blog_cuenca_00-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/blog_cuenca_00-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/blog_cuenca_00-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/blog_cuenca_00.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/cuenca-y-parque-nacional-cajas-historia-y-naturaleza-en-ecuador\/\">Cuenca and Cajas National Park: history and nature in Ecuador<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1199\" height=\"92\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner-divisorio-ecuador.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-41062\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner-divisorio-ecuador.webp 1199w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner-divisorio-ecuador-600x46.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner-divisorio-ecuador-800x61.webp 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1199px) 100vw, 1199px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_llegar_al_Volcan_Cotopaxi_por_tu_cuenta\"><\/span>How to get to Cotopaxi Volcano on your own<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The two cities that are used as a base to reach the Cotopaxi Volcano due to their proximity are: <strong>Quito <\/strong>and <strong>Latacunga<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"992\" height=\"914\" src=\"http:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/mapa03-1.jpg\" alt=\"Como llegar al Parque Nacional Cotopaxi\" class=\"wp-image-4117\" style=\"width:800px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">How to get to Cotopaxi National Park<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Desde_Latacunga\"><\/span>From Latacunga<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">I based myself in the city of Latacunga, since I took advantage of its location to visit not only Cotopaxi, but also <a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-ir-a-la-laguna-de-quilotoa-por-tu-cuenta\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the Quilotoa Lagoon<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-ir-a-la-laguna-de-quilotoa-por-tu-cuenta\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"799\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/blog06-1.jpg\" alt=\"Laguna de Quilotoa - Ecuador\" class=\"wp-image-3303 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/blog06-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/blog06-1-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/blog06-1-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/blog06-1-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-ir-a-la-laguna-de-quilotoa-por-tu-cuenta\/\">How to get to Quilotoa Lagoon on your own<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>From Latacunga, we have to go to the bus terminal and take any bus that goes to Quito on Route 35.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The trip is relatively short, even though the bus makes stops along the way. To avoid overshooting the bus, I recommend asking the driver or a passenger where to get off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Desde_Quito\"><\/span>From Quito<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The distance is approximately <strong>50 km<\/strong>, which translates to about <strong>2 hours by car<\/strong> depending on traffic and weather on the road. The most common route is to take the <strong>Panamericana Sur<\/strong> (E35) south towards <strong>Latacunga<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you don't have your own vehicle, there are several public transportation options and organized tours. From the <strong>Quitumbe Terminal<\/strong> buses leave for <strong>Latacunga<\/strong>, from there you can take a taxi or private transportation to the park. Or you can get off at the fork in the road leading to the entrance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">When you reach this fork in the road, whether from Quito or Latacunga, the first thing you'll notice is that you're practically in the <strong>middle of nowhere<\/strong>, surrounded only by the road. Although it may seem daunting at first, don't worry too much, as you'll see later that there are easy ways to access the park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Cotopaxi Volcano\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/fytcAN2TTzw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Views of Cotopaxi from the route where we got off the bus<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">One thing I would have liked to know from the start is that, from the <strong>stop on the route to the park entrance<\/strong>, there is a relatively long stretch of <strong>paved road<\/strong>, about 5.6 km, with no public transportation taking us directly. This leaves two main options for visiting Cotopaxi and planning the logistics of our trip:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Option 1: Hitchhike or walk to the entrance (not recommended)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Option 2: Hire a guide with a car or a taxi<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"http:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/blog32.jpg\" alt=\"Vistas del Cotopaxi desde la ruta\" class=\"wp-image-4116\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Views of Cotopaxi from the route<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFSe_puede_visitar_el_Parque_Nacional_Cotopaxi_de_manera_independiente\"><\/span>Can you visit Cotopaxi National Park independently?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">I had every intention of <strong>visiting Cotopaxi National Park on my own<\/strong>, as I usually do on my trips. However, the distances within the park are enormous, not only to reach the entrance, but also to explore the various points of interest within. This makes it practically impossible to enjoy the park without <strong>private transportation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Based on my personal experience, I must say that <strong>this option is not feasible<\/strong>, and I mention this so that those planning a visit have a realistic idea of \u200b\u200bwhat it means to explore this impressive park on their own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-banos-de-agua-santa-ecuador\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"352\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ecuador29-opt-600x352.webp\" alt=\"Ba\u00f1os - Ecuador\" class=\"wp-image-38492 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ecuador29-opt-600x352.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ecuador29-opt-800x469.webp 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ecuador29-opt-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ecuador29-opt.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-banos-de-agua-santa-ecuador\/\">What to do in Ba\u00f1os de Agua Santa, Ecuador<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Visitar_el_Parque_con_un_transporte_privado\"><\/span>Visit the Park with private transportation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Whether we are in Quito, Latacunga, or even at the bus stop along the route, it is easy to find agencies or local guides that offer private transfers to Cotopaxi National Park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If, like me, we arrive at the stop and don't have any prior contact, <strong>a good option is to go to a restaurant or inn in the area<\/strong> and ask if they know someone who can take us to the park. In my case, I didn't even go inside: an older man in his pickup truck stopped me on the street and offered me a tour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Ubicacion donde te deja el bus camino a Cotopaxi\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!4v1575666430693!6m8!1m7!1sjG3fvl120oeMFyRACmengg!2m2!1d-0.6997219458189786!2d-78.58867345733047!3f164.51206074492046!4f-4.410298981399734!5f0.7820865974627469\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" frameborder=\"0\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">He explained to me <strong>the route, the places we were going to visit and the price<\/strong>, and I didn't hesitate to accept. Shortly after, another traveler who was also on his own joined in, and the cost was reduced: we finally paid <strong>about $25 per person<\/strong> for a <strong>full visit to the park<\/strong>, including the <strong>Jos\u00e9 Rivas Refuge<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n    <script async defer src=\"https:\/\/widget.getyourguide.com\/dist\/pa.umd.production.min.js\" data-gyg-partner-id=\"KYT1QML\"><\/script>\r\n    <div data-gyg-href=\"https:\/\/widget.getyourguide.com\/default\/activities.frame\" \r\n                          data-gyg-tour-ids=\"497283,84453,822049\"\r\n                          data-gyg-locale-code=\"en-US\"\r\n        data-gyg-currency=\"USD\"\r\n        data-gyg-widget=\"activities\" \r\n        data-gyg-number-of-items=\"3\" \r\n        data-gyg-cmp=\"cotopaxi\" \r\n        data-gyg-partner-id=\"KYT1QML\">\r\n            <span>Powered by <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/quito-l504\/\">GetYourGuide<\/a><\/span>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1199\" height=\"92\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner-divisorio-ecuador.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-41062\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner-divisorio-ecuador.webp 1199w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner-divisorio-ecuador-600x46.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner-divisorio-ecuador-800x61.webp 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1199px) 100vw, 1199px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Que_ver_en_el_Parque_Nacional_Cotopaxi\"><\/span>What to see in Cotopaxi National Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At the entrance of the Park, right where you have to announce what you are entering, there is the <strong>Park Museum<\/strong> in case they want to make a stop. We kept going because we weren&#039;t really interested. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1152\" height=\"1864\" src=\"http:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/blog33bis.jpg\" alt=\"Mapa de atracciones del Parque\" class=\"wp-image-4119\" style=\"width:550px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/blog33bis.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/blog33bis-949x1536.jpg 949w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1152px) 100vw, 1152px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Park Attractions Map<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Laguna_de_Limpiopungo\"><\/span>Limpiopungo Lagoon<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Most <strong>Cotopaxi National Park tours<\/strong> include a stop at the <strong>Limpiopungo Lagoon<\/strong>, an ideal place to appreciate how geology and volcanic activity have shaped the region. The rocks and topography of the area clearly show the <strong>effects of ancient volcanic eruptions<\/strong>, creating a unique landscape full of contrasts.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"http:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/blog38.jpg\" alt=\"Vistas del Volc\u00e1n Cotopaxi desde la Laguna de Limpiopungo\" class=\"wp-image-4111\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Views of the Cotopaxi Volcano from the Limpiopungo Lagoon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Additionally, for photography lovers, this is an excellent spot to capture <strong>panoramic views of the volcano with the lagoon in the background<\/strong>, achieving spectacular images.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"799\" src=\"http:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/ecuador00.jpg\" alt=\"Vistas del Volc\u00e1n Cotopaxi desde la Laguna de Limpiopungo\" class=\"wp-image-2968\" style=\"width:800px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"> Views of the Cotopaxi Volcano from the Limpiopungo Lagoon <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bosque_de_chuquirahuas\"><\/span>Chuquirahua Forest<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Another frequent stop on the tours is a <strong>chuquirahua forest<\/strong>, a typical Andean floral species that grows around 4,200 meters above sea level. This small natural oasis allows us to observe the region's endemic flora up close and rest while admiring the surroundings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Refugio_Jose_Rivas\"><\/span>Jose Rivas Shelter<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The last and highest stop on the tour is usually the <strong>Jos\u00e9 Rivas Refuge<\/strong>, located at 4,864 meters above sea level. The <strong>ascents to the volcano's summit<\/strong> start from here, although most tours do not include the full climb due to time and difficulty reasons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">To reach the shelter, the van travels along a <strong>cobblestone road that runs along the side of the volcano<\/strong> to a parking lot, from where it is only possible to continue on foot.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"http:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/blog31.jpg\" alt=\"En el refugio Jose Rivas a 4.864 mts.\" class=\"wp-image-4108\" style=\"width:800px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">At the Jose Rivas refuge at 4,864 meters.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">As you get out of the truck, you immediately feel the change in weather: the <strong>cold and wind<\/strong> at altitude are much more intense than at the lagoon, so it's essential to dress warmly. The climb to the refuge is gradual, designed to avoid fatigue and the effects of altitude, and usually takes between 15 and 20 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"http:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/blog36.jpg\" alt=\" Refugio Jose Rivas a 4.864 mts. \" class=\"wp-image-4114\" style=\"width:800px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"> Jose Rivas Refuge at 4,864 meters. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Once at the Jos\u00e9 Rivas Refuge, you can rest, enjoy a hot chocolate, have a light meal, and, above all, admire the impressive panoramic views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">On clear days, you can see a radius of <strong>hundreds of kilometers<\/strong>, including the Andean plain and the peaks of other nearby volcanoes. Take advantage of this opportunity to ask your guide questions about the history, geology, and flora of the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There we can rest for a while, drink hot chocolate, eat something if we want, or simply admire the panoramic views of the horizon.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"http:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/blog35.jpg\" alt=\"Vistas panor\u00e1micas desde el refugio\" class=\"wp-image-4113\" style=\"width:800px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Panoramic views from the refuge<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Regreso\"><\/span>Return<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">After exploring the surroundings of the refuge and soaking up the scenery, it's time to <strong>return<\/strong>. We follow the same path we took to get back to the van, which drops us off at the agreed-upon point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Finally, from there all that remains is to <strong>take the bus back<\/strong> to the city where we are staying, concluding a complete excursion in the heart of the Ecuadorian Andes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-guayaquil-ecuador-una-ciudad-que-no-convencio\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil01-800x450.webp\" alt=\"Malec\u00f3n 2000 de Guayaquil - Ecuador\" class=\"wp-image-40989 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil01-800x450.webp 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil01-600x337.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil01-400x225.webp 400w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil01.webp 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-guayaquil-ecuador-una-ciudad-que-no-convencio\/\">What to do in Guayaquil, Ecuador: a city that didn't convince<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1199\" height=\"92\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner-divisorio-ecuador.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-41062\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner-divisorio-ecuador.webp 1199w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner-divisorio-ecuador-600x46.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner-divisorio-ecuador-800x61.webp 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1199px) 100vw, 1199px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mejor_epoca_para_visitar_el_Parque_Nacional_Cotopaxi\"><\/span>Best time to visit Cotopaxi National Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Cotopaxi National Park<\/strong> can be visited year-round, but the experience varies depending on the <strong>season and weather<\/strong>. The best time for those seeking <strong>clear skies and good views of the volcano<\/strong> is during the <strong>dry season<\/strong>, which runs from <strong>June to September<\/strong>. During these months, it's easier to hike the trails and enjoy Limpiopungo Lagoon or the viewpoints without the hassle of rain or fog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">During the <strong>rainy season<\/strong>, from <strong>October to May<\/strong>, the weather is more unpredictable. There can be frequent rain and fog that makes it difficult to see the volcano's summit, but the trade-off is that the landscapes look <strong>much greener and more vibrant<\/strong>. If you enjoy landscape photography with dramatic clouds or less-crowded trails, this can also be an attractive option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">In any case, it's recommended to <strong>leave early in the morning<\/strong>, as visibility tends to decrease in the afternoon due to cloud cover and wind. This way, you can take advantage of the entire day to explore the various points of interest within the park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/puerto-lopez-la-puerta-de-entrada-al-parque-nacional-machalilla\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"479\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/blog_puerto-lopez_01-800x479.webp\" alt=\"Amplias playas de Puerto Lopez\" class=\"wp-image-42889 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/blog_puerto-lopez_01-800x479.webp 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/blog_puerto-lopez_01-600x360.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/blog_puerto-lopez_01.webp 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/puerto-lopez-la-puerta-de-entrada-al-parque-nacional-machalilla\/\">Puerto L\u00f3pez, the gateway to Machalilla National Park<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reflexiones_finales_de_la_visita_al_Volcan_Cotopaxi\"><\/span>Final reflections on the visit to the Cotopaxi Volcano<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>He <strong>Cotopaxi Volcano<\/strong> tuvo un poder de atracci\u00f3n incre\u00edble sobre m\u00ed. Incluso desde <strong>Latacunga<\/strong>, su silueta c\u00f3nica se alzaba imponente en el horizonte, como si me llamara a acercarme (s\u00ed, casi como Saur\u00f3n atrayendo a Frodo \ud83d\ude04).<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"http:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/blog30.jpg\" alt=\"Excelente lugar\" class=\"wp-image-4109\" style=\"width:800px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Excellent place<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">For me, the most spectacular part of the trip was the <strong>views of the volcano<\/strong>, both from the entrance road to the park and from the <strong>Limpiopungo Lagoon<\/strong>. Seeing it rise above the plain made me forget all the hustle and bustle of the trip there and back, and was a reminder of how small one feels compared to the grandeur of nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you enjoy <strong>mountainous and volcanic landscapes<\/strong>, this is a must-see. Just decide whether it's better to book a tour from the city where you're staying or directly from the route, and then let the guide guide you to make the most of the experience.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hoy voy a mostrarles uno de los lugares m\u00e1s impactantes que visit\u00e9 en Ecuador: el Parque Nacional Cotopaxi. 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