Quilotoa Loop
Ecuador · South America · Hut-to-hut · score 67/100
At a glance
| Countries | Ecuador |
|---|---|
| Continent | South America |
| Region | Cotopaxi Province |
| Type | Hut-to-hut |
| Length | 36 km |
| Typical duration | 3-4 days |
| Difficulty | 2/5 (Easy-moderate) |
| Max altitude | 3915 m |
| Best season | Jun-Sep |
| Start | Sigchos (or Quilotoa) |
| End | Quilotoa crater rim |
| Permit / guide | no permit; small community fees |
| Special gear | none |
Score
67/100
Village-to-village Andean loop ending at a turquoise crater lake; hostels every night
How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.
Notes
Direction flexible; Sigchos start adds scenery
Sources
Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.
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