Best Travel Medical Insurance for Quito (2026)
After placing 60,000+ travelers on coverage, here is our honest comparison of the best travel medical insurance plans specifically for Quito — ranked by coverage, price, and claims support.
IMG Patriot · Trawick Safe Travels · WorldTrips Atlas · Licensed TX #2608479TX
What to Look for in Travel Medical Insurance for Quito
The best plan for Quito needs to cover: (1) emergency hospitalization at $600–$2,000/day, (2) emergency medical evacuation at $25,000–$65,000, and (3) the specific risks common in Ecuador: altitude sickness (Quito is at 9,350 ft — the world's second-highest capital), volcanic activity near Pichincha and Cotopaxi, road accidents, foodborne illness, and dengue fever in lower areas. Price matters, but coverage adequacy matters more.
Hospital / Day
$600–$2,000
ER Visit
$300–$1,500
Emergency Evacuation
$25,000–$65,000
Why Quito Requires Careful Plan Selection
altitude sickness (Quito is at 9,350 ft — the world's second-highest capital), volcanic activity near Pichincha and Cotopaxi, road accidents, foodborne illness, and dengue fever in lower areas
Which Plan is Best for Quito?
#1 Best Overall — IMG Patriot
Most popular plan for Quito travelers. Proven claims history, excellent network, best price-to-coverage ratio.
#2 Best Flexibility — Trawick Safe Travels
Best if you want deductible control ($0–$5,000). Lower premium if you self-insure smaller costs.
#3 Best Maximum Coverage — WorldTrips Atlas
Up to $2,000,000 coverage + unlimited evacuation. Best for seniors and high-risk activities in Quito.
Our Recommendation for Quito
For most travelers to Quito, IMG Patriot offers the best balance. For high-risk activities or travelers 60+, choose WorldTrips Atlas.
Compare Plans for Quito
Three A-rated carriers. Instant side-by-side pricing.
IMG
Patriot America Plus
Best all-around value
Trawick International
Safe Travels
Widest deductible range
WorldTrips
Atlas America / Travel
Maximum protection
Get Covered for Quito in 2 Minutes
Not all travel medical insurance is equal. For Quito specifically — with hospital costs of $600–$2,000/day and risks including altitude sickness (Quito is at 9 — here is what we recommend.
Tower Hill Travel Insurance · TX License #2608479TX · Mon–Fri 9AM–6PM CST