Quilotoa Lake

Totally worth a visit! Incredibly gorgeous lagoon all the way from the top to the bottom. The hike is about 2 km going down and it is a rough path. I recommend hiking shoes and trekking poles. You can take a kayak onto the lagoon for 3 USD, or get a boat ride for 5 USD. The boat can splash water, so make sure you have water resistant/waterproof gear. You need to be prepared for All seasons because the weather can change dramatically from minute to minute.

Great place! It is definitely one of the most beautiful hiking places in Ecuador. We even saw one of the rare andean condors. It took us about 5 hours to go around. Keep the height in mind and go slowly. There are some quite steep passages which are very exhausting and might cause headaches and dizziness.

It's an incredibly beautiful lake. You can drive right up to the viewpoint, but the path down is sandy and not very easy to walk.

One of the most important places to see in Ecuador. The lagoon is amazing. The color of the water, the surrounding hills, the path around the hilltops and the viewpoints are magical. Well marked path. No climbing skills required.

Amazing view, do yourself the favour if booking a tour in advance, and if you have time stay in Latacunga. It’s quite the trip from Quito.

Great small rural town in the mountains of Ecuador. Everything is so authentic! Worth to do short hike (to the bottom of the lake and back in 40-50 min) and if in good shape to do the rim hike (5-6h at a good pace) Great for acclimatizing if you are planning Ng to do Cotopaxi or Chimborazo! Beautiful views!!!

Beautiful place! I really recommend the Quilotoa Loop going from Sigchos up to the lake

Beautiful place to visit, larger crater, you can take horse to take you down to the lake up and back for around 20$ 10$ each way, there is many restaurants to eat