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<h2>A little bit about Aconcagua</h2>
<p><a href="http://www.explore-share.com/?instant=1&amp;s=aconcagua#q=aconcagua&amp;p">Aconcagua</a>, referred by some as &#8220;the Stone Sentinel&#8221;, is the <b>highest mountain in the Americas</b>, with an altitude of 22,841 feet. Performing the ascent takes from 15 to 20 days, and it is most advisable to do it from November to March. The closest city to the mount is <b>Mendoza, in Argentina.</b></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">Ecuador is a world-renowned destination among climbing and mountaineering fans due to its volcanoes. Above all, the majestic <strong><a href="https://www.explore-share.com/mountain-climbing-trips/ecuador/chimborazo/">Chimborazo</a> stands out because of its altitude</strong> and the technical complexity of its ascent. Arrange your trip to this volcano in the best possible way with these tips for a successful climb.</p>

<h2 style="text-align: justify;">A bit about Chimborazo</h2>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">Located at the Western Andes Range, <b>Chimborazo is the highest <a href="https://www.explore-share.com/mountain-climbing-trips/ecuador/">volcano in Ecuador</a></b>, with a maximum height of 20,561 feet and a prominence of 13,526 feet from its base.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Despite not being the highest mountain in the world, <b>its summit is the furthest point from the center of the Earth</b>; the elliptical shape of our planet and Chimborazo’s proximity to the Equator are the reason its summit is 1.25 miles further than Everest’s.</p>


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<h2><strong>What is the best time to climb Chimborazo?</strong></h2>
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Chimborazo can be climbed all-year round, although the best period runs from <strong>November to February </strong>and from <strong>May to July</strong>.

It's not advisable to climb between March and April because there's a huge amount of rain and snow. August can be very windy, but you can get good weather conditions during September and October.

The best option is to start the ascent before midnight, in order to be back no later than 10 a.m., as sunlight adds the risk of rock fall and the cloudy afternoon weather reduces the visibility of the trail.
<h2><strong>Why is it difficult to ascend Chimborazo?</strong></h2>
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The well-known health risks of high-altitude ascents are, for starters, a setback. In order to avoid them, <strong>try to acclimatize in the lower peaks of Ecuador first before heading to Chimborazo.</strong> Climbing the volcano with the help of a mountain guide, who is prepared to cope with such situations, is the best option.

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To avoid the risk of getting altitude sickness, it is crucial to have a good acclimatization.

Some guides propose longer programs, in which you climb several peaks before going to Chimborazo, gaining altitude progressively. Check out this <a href="https://www.explore-share.com/trip/cayambe-chimborazo-acclimatization/">10-day program climbing Cayambe &amp; Chimborazo</a>, or this <a href="https://www.explore-share.com/trip/cayambe-chimborazo-guided-11-day-expedition/">11-day expedition that takes you to 5 Ecuadorian summits.</a>

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If you have a solid mountaineering experience, another option is to do some acclimatization on your own and then hire the guide for a straightforward <a href="https://www.explore-share.com/trip/chimborazo/">2-day ascent to Chimborazo</a>.
<h2>Why hire a mountain guide?</h2>
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The path to Chimborazo’s summit has plenty of glaciers, some of them with dangerous crevasses. Besides, the <strong>tough weather</strong> in Ecuador and the avalanches make the ascent even more difficult.

You should always make sure to hire a <strong>professional and certified mountain guid</strong>e. The best options are going with an <strong>IFMGA/UIAGM</strong> guide (international certification) or with an <strong>ASEGUIM</strong> guide (Ecuador's national certification, recognized by the IFMGA).

As a consequence of its technical difficulty, historically, there have been fatal accidents in the volcano, most of them due to avoidable mistakes. Because of that, <strong>since November 2012 the Ecuadorian government has disallowed climbing Chimborazo without a certified mountain guide.</strong>

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<h2><strong>Starting point and how to get there</strong></h2>
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<strong>The ideal starting point for a trip to Chimborazo is Riobamba, </strong>an Andean city located on the Avenue of Volcanoes, 120 miles (200 km) away from the Ecuadorian capital, Quito.

You can take a bus there from the Quitumbe bus station, a bit south of Quito. Once there, you can easily get to the Chimborazo Reserve. <strong>T</strong><b>ake one of the buses heading to Guaranda, and ask the driver to leave you at the Reserve’s entrance</b>. There’s also the option to take a cab from Riobamba for 35 bucks.

Anyway, you can make the proper arrangements for the pick-up with the guides. Many of them will include transportation to Chimborazo in their programs.
<h2><strong>Where to stay before and during the ascent?</strong></h2>
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<a href="https://www.explore-share.com/mountain-guide/edgar-parra-2/">Local guide Edgar Parra</a> recommended several accommodation options for the night before your Chimborazo ascent:
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 	<li><a class="in-cell-link" href="https://www.booking.com/hotel/ec/hacienda-abraspungo.es.html?aid=905972" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Hotel Hacienda Abraspungo</a> (Riobamba)</li>
 	<li><a class="in-cell-link" href="https://www.booking.com/hotel/ec/hosteria-la-andaluza.es.html?aid=905972" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Hostería La Andaluza </a>(Riobamba)</li>
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 	<li><a class="in-cell-link" href="https://www.booking.com/hotel/ec/mansion-santa-isabella.es.html?aid=905972" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mansión Santa Isabella</a> (Riobamba)</li>
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<b>The most popular mountain hut to stay during your ascent to Chimborazo is Whymper.</b> Located at 16,400 feet (5,000 m) it is well-equipped with comfortable bunk-beds, bathrooms, basic food supplies and a fireplace.

<strong>Refuge Carrell,</strong> at 15,750 feet (4,800 m), is also well prepared to host climbers. Because of its location, to start the ascent from there you will need to leave a bit earlier.

There are two campsites closer to Chimborazo: <strong>El Castillo</strong> and <strong>Moraine.</strong> The former can get pummeled by snow fall in the case of strong wind or avalanche.

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<h5>When you think about mountaineering in volcanoes, Ecuador appears as the top of mind destination. The Andes cross the country from north to south, including the “Avenue of the Volcanoes”, with 8 of the 10 highest peaks in Ecuador. Each one has its own enchant, but we managed to pick our top 5. Check it out and tell us if you agree!</h5>

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<h2>1. Cotopaxi</h2>
With its perfect snow-capped cone, Cotopaxi is the most famous volcano for mountaineering in Ecuador. With 5897 m, it is the second highest mountain in the country. It is located in <strong>Cotopaxi National Park</strong>, 55 km south from <strong>Quito</strong>, and you can go either from there or from the city of <strong>Latacunga</strong>. Climbs can be attempted year round and there is a refuge at 4800 m.

<strong><a href="https://www.explore-share.com/mountain-climbing-trips/ecuador/cotopaxi/"><em>Check out all our mountain climbing trips in Cotopaxi!</em></a></strong>

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<h2>2. Cayambe</h2>
Cayambe is another beautiful option, with much less people than in Cotopaxi.

It is the third highest mountain in Ecuador (5790 m), and located 65 km northeast from <strong>Quito</strong>. The “<strong>Glaciar Hermoso</strong>”, easily accessible from the refuge at 4600 m, is a great place to learn and practice climbing techniques in snow and ice.

It can also be climbed year round, but the best time of the year to do it is from October to January.

<em><strong><a href="https://www.explore-share.com/mountain-climbing-trips/ecuador/cayambe/">Click here to find all our climbing trips to Cayambe!</a></strong></em>

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<h2>3. Chimborazo</h2>
Chimborazo is the <strong>highest point in Ecuador</strong>. Once considered the highest mountain in the world, with 6268 m it is the farthest point from the center of the Earth.

The normal route to reach its summit is in the southwest face. To avoid clouds and rock fall hazard, the ascent in the summit day must begin around midnight.

Chimborazo is climbable year round however, the best climbing months are June and July and December through early January. February through May is known for bad weather, especially in the month of April.

<strong><a href="https://www.explore-share.com/mountain-climbing-trips/ecuador/chimborazo/"><em>Take a look at all our mountain climbing trips to Chimborazo!</em></a></strong>

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<h2>4. Antisana</h2>
Placed in a majestic setting, Antisana is one of the least climbed volcano due to its reputation as a difficult mountain. But this is compensated with spectacular views of Cotopaxi and Cayambe, and the usual presence of <strong>Andean condors.</strong> Located in the eastern range of the Andes, next to the Amazon-basin, it can get quite cloudy, so the best season to go there are the dry months between December and February.

<a href="https://www.explore-share.com/mountain-climbing-trips/ecuador/antisana/"><strong><em>Go off-the-beaten-tracks, book a mountain climbing trip in Antisana volcano!</em></strong></a>

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<h2>5. El Altar</h2>
Off the beaten track, El Altar is a <strong>demanding climb</strong> that can be an exciting challenge for experienced mountaineers. Its nine summits offer many technical routes, and unlike the other mountains, trips to El Altar require a week. The reward is the vast, impressive scenery, which you’ll enjoy almost on your own.

<a href="https://www.explore-share.com/mountain-climbing-trips/ecuador/el-altar/"><strong><em>Check out all our options for guided mountain climbs in El Altar!</em></strong></a>

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<h2>About this ranking</h2>
This was our choice, of course. Feel free to suggest any location to climb in Ecuador you think we might have overlooked!

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Top 5 volcanoes to climb in Ecuador

Gastón Oyarzún

<h5 style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Join me on this mountaineering expedition to climb </strong>Aconcagua<strong>, the highest mountain outside the Himalayas!</strong></h5>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Aconcagua is part of the Andes mountain range and is located in the province of Mendoza, Argentina. The summit is located just 15 kilometres away from the international border with Chile. It is one of the Seven Summits (the highest mountains in each of the seven continents).</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">With good climate, you'll be able to enjoy an incredible 360° view from the summit that you'll never forget: infinite mountains, white fields and glaciers, including the stunning peaks of Cerro Mercedario and Cerro Tolosa.</p>

<h5 style="text-align: justify;">Itinerary</h5>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The <b>following itinerary</b> is a general plan. I know the area very well and will be able to show you some of my favorite special spots, weather permitting.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Day 1</strong>: From Mendoza to Penitentes (2700 m).
<strong>Day 2</strong>: At Penitentes, mules loading. Trek from Penitentes to Confluencia (3400 m). Camp at around 3PM.
<strong>Day 3</strong>: From Confluencia, acclimatization trek to the South Wall (4200 m, 6-7 hours). Then return to Confluencia.
<strong>Day 4</strong>: From Confluencia to Plaza de Mulas (4300 m). The trek lasts around 7 hours.
<strong>Day 5</strong>: Plaza de Mulas (rest day).
<strong>Day 6</strong>: From Plaza de Mulas to Nido de Cóndores (5500 m, 6-7 hours). Then back to Plaza de Mulas.
<strong>Day 7</strong>: Plaza de Mulas. Today will be a rest day.
<strong>Day 8</strong>: From Plaza de Mulas to Nido de Cóndores (5500 m).
<strong>Day 9</strong>: From Nido de Cóndores to summit (6960 m). Back to camp. The trek lasts around 14-16 hours.
<strong>Day 10: </strong>Backup Day. <strong>
</strong><strong>Day 11</strong>: From camp to Plaza de Mulas
<strong>Day 12</strong>: From Plaza de Mulas to Mendoza or Santiago. End of Expedition.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">I also consider two extra days to be able to deal with bad weather conditions.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">You can read the experience of a climber I guided in 2016 in this <a href="http://www.explore-share.com/blog/climbing-aconcagua-powerful-emotion-life/">blog article</a>.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">I've been +36 times to Aconcagua, but each time is as fascinating as the first one. I recommend this trip for experienced mountaineers who can organize themselves independently and who don't expect too much of an infrastructure. <b>So contact me if you are interested in joining this expedition to the top of America!</b></p>

Expedition to Mount Aconcagua, 6962 m

Merlín Lipshitz

The objective of this trip is to climb <b>Cerro Solo</b> (2121m.), which is a classic mountaineering ascent in El Chalten region, South Patagonia, challenging but without technical difficulties.

This Ascent is located in one of the most emblematic mountains of our area. The hill is a milestone in the landscape of <b>Cerro Torre</b> group which is visible from all angles. From its summit we enjoy wonderful views of the Southern Ice Field, <b>Hielos Continentales</b> and around the northern sector of <b>Los Glaciares National Park</b>.

The terrain are steep screes, some scramble and glacier slopes between 30° to 50°. This is a very scenery peak due to the mountain location.

<b>Itinerary</b>

<b>Day 1</b>

The day starts with a trek to Laguna Torre (2,5 hours walk from El Chaltén). We´ll
have an early dinner in order to rest.

<b>Day 2</b>

Early wake up call for our summit attempt (2-3am). From Laguna Torre, we´ll get across the Fitz Roy River by a Zip line cable and start heading up to the “Cerro Solo”. The trail it´s very steep on scree and rocky terrain until we´ll reach the base of the Glacier.

We´ll continue with crampons, ice axe and rope up the glacier slope to the top. The steepest section is 50° slope. Once on the glacier, we will progress roped in, using crampons and ice axe, up to the summit (2121m). The panoramic views of Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre are worth the effort! After a break and photos, we´ll start our long descent back to the our campsite.

The ascent takes about 7hs plus another 5 hs down (12 to 14 hs total)

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After a good night rest, we´ll head back to El Chaltén (2,5hs)

This region offers everything a climber could desire, from excellent quality granite to uniquely wild rime formations. All this is set in a dramatic environment, with the endless Patagonian steppe to the east and the broad expanse of the Ice Cap, an enormous network of glaciers that drops into Pacific Ocean fjords, to the west.

<b>Join us to enjoy this beautiful mountain, from its ascent itself, to the spectacular scenery that gives us</b>.

Contact me if you are interested. Do not miss the opportunity to be part of this trip to climb Cerro Solo!
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Lodging at El Chaltén,
Porters ( at your request),
Personal Equipment,
Alcoholic drinks,
Personal Travel &amp; rescue insurance (highly recommended),
Services not specified.</p>

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<p class="tip-text">• Mountaineering boots (*)
• 50-60L Back Pack
• Sleeping Bag (-15°C)
• Bivy sac
• Insulating mattress
• Walking poles
• Sunglasses &amp; goggles (UV)
• sun-block and lip balm
• Compeed or second skin
• Hygienic set &amp; duct tape
• Pocket knife
• Headlamp (batteries)
• Bottle and thermo flask (1l)
• Gaiters
• Snickers or light trekking shoes</p>
• Long underwear (top and bottom) synthetic or wool • Warm pants and shirt
• Sweater (medium weight)
• Insulated hooded jacket(down or or synthetic)
• Waterproof pants &amp; parka (gore-tex)
• Fleece jacket or wind stopper
• 3 pairs of socks (2 thick and one liner, not cotton)
• Windstopper and waterproof gloves (plus spares)
• Sun cap &amp; wool or fleece hat
• Buff, or balaclava
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<h4 class="tip-header">First-aid kit</h4>
<h4 class="tip-header">VHF Radio- GPS</h4>
<h4 class="tip-header">Glacier equipment</h4>
<p class="tip-text">Crampons, harness, rope, helmet, ice axe, etc.</p>

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<h4 class="tip-header">Certified Mountain Guide</h4>
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Climb Cerro Solo, South Patagonia

Sebastián Tetilla

<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Mount Aconcagua (6961 m)</strong> is the highest summit in <strong>Argentina</strong> and also in <strong>America.</strong> It's in the<strong> Andes Mountains</strong>, 112 kilometres away from the city of <strong>Mendoza</strong>.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">This is an 18-day expedition via the <strong>Normal Route. </strong>It's an ideal option for climbers with previous acclimatization and also for those looking for a shorter-than-average program.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">During the first days, we'll do acclimatization trekkings to <strong>Plaza Francia.</strong> Then, we'll trek 40 kilometres in three days and reach <strong>Plaza de Mulas</strong>. After all this, we'll be ready to start climbing Mount Aconcagua.</p>
One of the advantages of this route is that offers a medical service in Confluencia, which provides wider medical support. Also, the approaching camp is set permanently and the distance between high camps is very regular and short in comparison with other routes.
<p style="text-align: justify;">One of the most common obstacles one faces during the ascent is the presence of white wind. The extra days will be used to wait for good weather, therefore increasing our chances of reaching the summit.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">For further details about this trip, you can find the itinerary and the next departure dates below.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Please contact me if you want to be a part of this expedition to Mount Aconcagua. I will be happy to be your guide to the summit of this iconic peak! </strong></p>

Climbing Mount Aconcagua, 18 days

<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>This is a 20-day program to the summit of Mount Aconcagua via the Normal Route and including a previous ascent to Mount Bonete (5000 m). </strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">This program's main goal is to increase the chances of summit success and it's the ideal choice for climbers who want to obtain some extra acclimatization.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The "Normal Route" does not present technical difficulties. However, altitude is usually an important obstacle and good acclimatization is therefore key.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The trek to <strong>Plaza de Mulas Base Camp is 40-km long</strong>. We will arrive to Plaza de Mulas in three days. Once there, we'll trek to Mount Bonete (5000 m) and enjoy magnificent views of Mount Aconcagua. After that, we'll start climbing towards our main objective: the summit. The last part of the expedition consists of going a little higher each day, spending the night in different high camps.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">This program includes two days just to transport equipment to the following camp and also extra security days. A sort of white wind is very common in Aconcagua and can make the ascent more difficult. If this happens, we'll use our extra days to increase our chances of reaching the summit.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">For further information, you can find the complete itinerary and the next departure dates for this trip below this description.</p>
<strong>Please contact me if you want to be a part of this amazing 20-day expedition to the summit of South America! </strong>

Ascent to Mount Aconcagua, Extended Route

Luis Fabra

This program offers you <strong>an ascent to Lanin Volcano at 3.776 meters</strong>, an iconic mountain of the North of Argentina Patagonia. It is located in the province of <strong>Neuquen</strong> and it is a famous volcano because of the wide difference of height from the other mountains of the area. You can see <strong>Lanin Volcano</strong> from very different points of the zone. Besides, it has a conical shape and amazing geometric lines.

It is also a perfect mountain for those who are giving the first steps in mountaineering, but we cannot underestimate its difficulty. You have to overcome irregular ground in few meters with physical requirements and hard Patagonian weather.

This program is proposing doing the ascent in two days, leaving from<strong> San Martin de los Andes</strong>. We offer a variety of dates with open vacancies so you can join us whenever you want. You can also ask for private expeditions.

<strong>Write to me if you are interested in this climb. We can organize the best date and plan the trip so you can live an unforgettable experience in Lanin Volcano.</strong>

Also, you can take a look at this mountaineering tour that I lead in <strong><a href="https://www.explore-share.com/trip/osorno-volcano-2-day-mountaineering-tour/">Osorno Volcano</a></strong>.

Climbing Lanin Volcano, 3776m

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