Ecuador & Galapagos Blog – The perfect travel guide

These are some of the Lagoons and Lakes in Ecuador you should definitely vist. Water is probably one of the most abundant resources in Ecuador. And this turns the country into a natural beauty scenario wherever you look. Mojanda, San Pablo, Quilotoa, Limpiopungo and El Cajas Lake complexes are just a few of the 40lagoons and lakes in Ecuador ideal for an adventurous hike or a kayak ride. If you are traveling northward, Imbabura, a.k.a. the Province of Lakes, is probably the most re-known lake site, as it hosts plenty of water complexes. Mojanda is the best example, located just at 17 km from Otavalo.     Mojanda has neat options for every traveler. If you are passionate for outdoor-sleeping, Mojanda holds various spots for camping. Hiking around the ever beautiful looking Caricocha Lagoon is always a great idea.  If you are more into mountains, Mojanda Complex is the perfect staring point to ascend to Fuya Fuya Volcano (4 286 m) or Cerro Negro (4 260). If visiting Otavalo in a day-trip, Lake San Pablo is a great and close-by option. You will actually catch sight of it from the highway as you enter Imbabura province.  There are plenty of hostels and restaurants in the area with a wide range of prices.     In the surrounding area you may also visit Araque Water Park, located in the community of the same name. There are boat and kayak trips and horseback rides available; and several local handicraft shops and a food court, with traditional sierra delicacies such as choclo (Andean corn) with cheese, fried pork, and tilapia. If you are traveling to the southern part of the country, Cotopaxi province holds the most iconic lagoons in Ecuador: Quilotoa and  Limpiopungo. The surrounding areas are idea for camping but there are