Due to the increasing volcanic activity that the Cotopaxi Volcano had in August 2015, the Cotopaxi National Park was closed to any touristic activity. But, on August 5th 2016, the Ecuadorian Ministry of Environment and the Ministry of Tourism announced the reopening of the National Park. They also informed that the accessing routes and touristic attractions in the park are safe for the incoming tourists. 90% of the areas that had been restricted to the public are now open, along with improved monitoring and safety measures that have been implemented.
The only area that remains closed is the summit, because gases are still being emitted from there. So, tourists can now enjoy again some of the popular activities such trekking, horse riding, mountain biking, camping, and just enjoying the area. There are several nice haciendas in the area, which is an integral part of Avenue of the Volcanoes touring, such as on the Classic Andean group tour or the Train Cruise
and on some of the other regular tours we offer, and on the Epic Treks tour.
The Cotopaxi National Park is one the most important tourist attractions in Ecuador, and, in order to draw attention to it again, it will be the site for an international cycling event on November 12-13, 2016. Tour operators will also be announcing new touring opportunities in the area next month during Travelmart Latin America at Iguassu Falls, which I will be attending. So I'm sure we will be posting some new options on our site shortly after that.
and on some of the other regular tours we offer, and on the Epic Treks tour.
The Cotopaxi National Park is one the most important tourist attractions in Ecuador, and, in order to draw attention to it again, it will be the site for an international cycling event on November 12-13, 2016. Tour operators will also be announcing new touring opportunities in the area next month during Travelmart Latin America at Iguassu Falls, which I will be attending. So I'm sure we will be posting some new options on our site shortly after that.
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