Cotopaxi National Park

National park Latacunga, Cotopaxi, Ecuador

What to expect

Cotopaxi National Park is a protected area located in the Andes Mountains, featuring the second-highest peak in Ecuador, Cotopaxi, which is an active volcano with a height of 19,347 feet. The park offers stunning volcanic landscapes, including the picturesque snow-capped volcano mountain with one of the few glaciers along the equator. Visitors can explore the park's trails, including the mountain ascent, which is a challenging 6-hour hike. The park is home to several volcanoes, including the dormant Rumiñawi volcano and the historical Sincholagua volcano. With its unique landscape and diverse geological features, Cotopaxi National Park is a great destination for families to explore and learn about nature and geology

Plan your family visit to the Cotopaxi National Park with these blog insights 👇

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Our Ecuador Top 10: The most beautiful places in the highlands

Our Ecuador Top 10: The most beautiful places in the highlands
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Cotopaxi National Park. We went on a walk along the river from the Secret Garden Cotopaxi Hostel, where we were able to discover unique plants, including the "Tears of the Incas"

Highlights: The nature was a highlight in the Cotopaxi National Park. We all loved the amazing landscape ✨