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andresa212
This is one of the most amazing places around the world because this is a volcano lagoon, that you won´t find other attraction like this, here is really cold and warm at the same time, if you go here i recommend u as a tourist to bring coats, some snacks and if you like trekking this a craziest place to do it!! you have to pay a fee here not expensive, have fun and enjoy your time on quilotoa great expirience!!
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GerrySauve
The scenery is out of this world. The walk down to the Laguna was great and the mulos ride up a lot of fun.
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514gerhardm
We started our one day trip in Latacunga and drove to the Quilotoa volcano. On the top there is a great view to the crater lake which was really impressive. We've seen some volcanoes in the past, but this view is really exciting.
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taylorg287
A hiking-lover's dream! Had a fun day trip out here with Carpedm agency. Visit the market before you make the hike. Set aside a good hour for the steep hike back up-take it slow if you're not used to the elevation. Super beautiful view.
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rp1987
Its exactly as the pictures show - a torquiose lake, surrounded by craggy mountains at a high altitude. Its worth the walk to the bottom as you get different views of the lake. Took us around 40 mins to get down and around 50-55 to get back up.
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949jms
A beautiful place to visit. Be sure to take your time, wear good shoes, and bring water to hike up from the lake! There are a few small restaurants in Quilotoa to grab lunch before you go
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alklaser
It's hard to spot the Quilotoa while driving to the village, but once you get there, here it is in all its glory!There you can hike the 10 Km trail that goes around the crater (it's said to be a 4 to 5-hour walk to cover the 3 Km-wide caldera), where you hit a maximum elevation of 3,915m and, in clear days, you are presented with an astonishing view.Another option is to hike down from the viewpoint to the bowl. It's a half-hour hike downwards. To hike back up, due to the altitude and uneven terrain, will take you 1 to 2 hours. To go back up you can optionally hire a mule (it will cost you $10 per person).There is a camping at the bottom of the crater and you can also go kayaking.
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vosdiana
We visited Laguna Quilotoa with our guide (please mail me for his details). On the way he stopped at a local, traditional small house so we could meet the owners and see how they live. We visited the laguna and it was so beautiful! From the rim, looking down, you can see the amazing size of it and the colors. We walked down to the lake, which takes you about 45 minutes, as it is quite steep. After that we struggled our way up again, which you can also do by donkey, as it is quite tough.It is well worth it!
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DStraus
Amazing views, kayaking on the lake. A must see if in the area. The hike down and up is very steep, and you are at altitude, so give yourself plenty of time (and hour down, close to 2 back up - depending of course on your fitness level and acclimation to the altitude (12,000+ feet).
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jochina
like : nice hike, especially the first part from Chiculan to Guayama..dislike : no bus on Saturday to leave directly form Quilotoa to Latacunga !