The Get To Montañita Quick pass is a perfect pass for those who want to see the hidden gems and beautiful sights of Ecuador, but aren’t too interested in exploring the large cities. From the highs of Cotopaxi Volcano, to the coastal sunshine and beauty of Montañita as well as all the incredible things in between, Ecuador Hop helps you to make the most of your time in Ecuador. If you decide that you do want to visit Guayaquil and Cuenca, then check out our Full South to Montañita pass.
2 days minimum / No maximum
All your bus journeys on our luxury buses, free extra stops, hotel pickup/drop off, all local taxes and much more… see below for full list.
After booking, you will get a Hop Login code. With this, you can change all your buses, pickup locations and more up to 12 hours before the next bus! Flexible and Easy!
$119
Summary of the main attractions covered under this pass.
Detailed informational guide to each stage of this pass.
All bus times for each stage of this pass. Buses same time every day!
Up to date information regarding our service (e.g. around holiday periods)
You are able to change your departure dates at no extra cost if you were to change your plans.
Book NowThe Get To Montañita Quick pass is broken down to 2 Hopstages:
Below you’ll see each of those hopstages individually, where you’ll know what to do, recommended number of nights and more!
Pick up from all hotels and hostels in Quito
Bus starts pickups between 6:00am – 6:30am. Your pick up time will be on your confirmation once you put your hotel/hostel.
We recommend spending at least 2 nights in Baños. Whether you prefer a canyoning expedition in the jungle or a day in the hot tub (or maybe both), Baños has something for everybody and that’s why it’s one of Ecuador’s best destinations.
As always, if you love Baños, you can hop off and stay as long as you want! You can decide this up to 12 hours before the next bus!
Departures are every Saturday, Tuesday and Thursday.
Meeting point in Paracas is Library at Juan Montalvo Park (Located on Calle Juan Montalvo between 16 de Diciembre and 12 de Noviembre).
Buses depart at 2pm sharp.
After you visit this coastal paradise, you’ll probably want to stay forever! We recommend spending at least 2 nights in Montañita. Montañita has long been famous with surfers for its ideal waves, but even if you don’t surf you’ll find plenty to do here. With its gorgeous beaches and never-ending parties, you’re sure to have an absolutely amazing stay in Montañita. Spend some time experiencing Ecuador’s coast and enjoy the perfect sandy beaches, lovely tropical greenery, and brilliant nightlife that this coastal town has to offer.
As always, if you love Montañita, you can hop off and stay as long as you want! You can decide this up to 12 hours before the next bus!
You are able to change your departure dates at no extra cost if you were to change your plans.
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Buses operate EVERYDAY in EVERY direction. You can choose where our bus will pick you up in our booking system. Follow our recommended plan here or hop on and hop off as much as you like |
HOPSTAGE 1 |
Quito to Cotopaxi to Quilotoa to Baños | EVERY DAY | ||||||
Quito (Depart) | 06:30 AM | ||||||
Cotopaxi Volcano Viewpoint | 07:45 AM | ||||||
Quilotoa Lagoon Viewpoint | 10:30 AM | ||||||
Baños (Arrive) | 3:00 PM | ||||||
Main activities in Baños: Note about Cotopaxi: Note about Quilotoa: |
HOPSTAGE 2 |
Baños to Montañita | Tue/Thu/Sat | ||||||
Baños (Depart) | 02:00 PM | ||||||
Montañita (Arrive) | 07:00 AM (next day) | ||||||
Main activities in Montañita: |
You are able to change your departure dates at no extra cost if you were to change your plans.
Book NowEVERY DAY
06:30AM Every Day
All hostels and hotels in Quito (direct pick-up)
3 Days / 2 Nights
$119
Easter weekend holidays: Hostel and tour prices increase in this period. We will not be able to assist you with booking any accommodation during this period. Please book in advance.
Biggest public holidays of the year. Hostel and tour prices increase in this period. We will not be able to assist you with booking any accommodation during this period. Please book in advance.
We will be taking a short break at the end of December for Christmas and New Year. We do this to give our bus drivers and guides time to spend with their families during these special holidays. As a business, we know this may disappoint some travelers, but we care about our employees the same way we care about our passengers and want to give them a well-deserved rest.
NO BUS FROM: 24 & 25 - 31 DEC 2020 & 1 JAN 2021
IMPORTANT NOTE: Make sure you check the bus timetables for each pass as not all routes have daily departures.
You are able to change your departure dates at no extra cost if you were to change your plans.
Book NowAs well as an unbeatable safety record, Ecuador Hop is also famous for its punctuality and comfort. In South America, where things often run later than scheduled, we are very proud to say we achieve a 98.5% on-time arrival for each trip.
If comparing Ecuador Hop to other bus companies, make sure you check their safety record, past accidents, as well as their Tripadvisor page (if they even bother to have one) as often you will find there is a reason why some bus companies have “cheaper” prices than Peru Hop.
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You are able to change your departure dates at no extra cost if you were to change your plans.
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