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Getting from Quito to Cotopaxi is easier than it looks: Chilcabamba is about 1.5 to 2 hours by road, near Machachi, and roughly 8 kilometres from the national park's northern entrance.
Ways to get here
- Your own or a rental car: the most flexible option, with stops along the way.
- Private transfer: comfortable if you travel with luggage or in a group.
- Guided tour or transfer: useful if you want to combine your arrival with a park visit.
Practical tips
- Leave Quito early to avoid traffic and arrive in daylight.
- Fill up the tank before leaving the urban area.
- Save the lodge location before you go; mobile signal in the páramo can be patchy.
- If you will arrive after dark, let us know in advance.
Full route details
On the getting here page you will find the map and step-by-step directions. If you have questions about your transfer, contact us and we will help.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Quito to Chilcabamba?
Roughly 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on traffic and where you start.
Is there mobile signal in the area?
There is Wi-Fi at the lodge, but mobile signal can be patchy in the páramo, so save your route before you leave.
