Cuicocha Lake, located at 10.170 ft / 3.100 m in Imbabura Province two hours north of Quito, is one of the most visited places of the northern highlands because of its scene beauty and all the tradition and culture of this beautiful spot of the Ecuadorian Andes.
This is a short but beautiful hike in one of the most gorgeous places of Imbabura, also known as the Lakes Province. Cuicocha Lake, is the ancient crater of Cotacachi Volcano, the highest point of Cotacachi Cayapas Ecological Reserve. The hike travel along the surrounding crater edge that shelters the lake getting to 3.500 m/11.480 ft at the highest point where we will have a beautiful view of the Yerovi and Wolf volcanic domes.
Once we finish the hike, we will visit Cotacachi to know the characteristic leather work of this small town, and the Ponchos Plaza in Otavalo, which is consider the largest artisans market in Latin America known for wonderful handmade arts and crafts.
Servicio válido para 2023.
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TOUR WITH FIXED DATES, PRIVATE TOURS OR CUSTOM TOURS
RESERVATIONS
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PENALTIES
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LAST MINUTE TOUR
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All departures require a minimum of registrants to undertake the same, in case of not meeting the minimum or in case of cancellation due to force majeure by Tatoo Expeditions, the registration fees may be returned as a credit for future events or by bank transfer of according to what the client requests.
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TATOO EXPEDITIONS acts directly as a Tour Operator and is responsible for the quality of the services that correspond to the logistics of the tour. However, there are third-party services that TATOO EXPEDITIONS contracts. From a wide range of tourist services, we have chosen the best quality and professional services, however, our responsibility is limited to the terms of the land transport companies, accommodation and food contracts.
TATOO EXPEDITIONS is not responsible for delays, inconveniences, accident expenses or mishaps of any kind, as a result of the total or partial negligence of third parties or causes beyond our control. All these expenses and losses must be borne by the passenger. We recommend that travelers obtain travel and personal insurance to cover these possible mishaps.
PARTIAL CHANGES OF ITINERARY AND CANCELLATION:
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