Hiking in the Chimborazo Region: Top Outdoor Adventures Awaiting You

Chimborazo is located south of Quito, just northwest of Riobamba. It has a wide variety of terrain, from lakes and lagoons to glaciers at its top. The area is well protected and accessible from most Ecuadorian cities, even Guayaquil.

The Incan history has built some interesting hikes, including the Inca Trail and the Altar Trek. These multi-day expeditions allow a full immersion into the Ecuadorian backcountry. For anyone who wants to make the most of their trip to Chimborazo, some of the pre-planned routes and itineraries are the best option.

The easy access and central location to major cities within the country make it a focal point of more ambitious adventures. If you are planning an extended trip through the country, Chimborazo will most likely be the most important stop on the journey.

Relentless Beauty!

The Ecuadorian Andes and the volcanoes of the Chimborazo region are so plentiful that they have incredible exclusive views of one another. From Cotopaxi to Illiniza, Quito to Pichincha, you will never run out of awe-inspiring horizon. Add the endemic thrill of thriving ecosystems and luscious landscapes with rivers and lakes, and you have yourself a pretty great wilderness hike.

Erupting with History!

The volcanoes themselves have a substantial history, predating their discovery by modern societies and communities. The Cordilleras that come together around the Chimborazo region have become symbolic to the development of Ecuador and the people, shaping watersheds and moving people around their slopes and fickle flow routes. During the 18th century and even a bit more recently, Chimborazo was believed to be the tallest mountain in the world, and can still brag about being the furthest point away from the center of the Earth. It will be interesting to see how the Chimborazo region continues to shape the future.

Seamless Access!

All Ecuadorian roads lead to Chimborazo. While that may not be technically true, it does seem that all of the mountains, valleys, and communities are connected. For hikers looking to get from one corner of a volcano to another, Chimborazo does its best to get out of your way and let you trek through the region as nature surely intends.

You can expect the rainy season to last from October to May, with a dry winter season for the remainder of the year. Chimborazo is a high-altitude region, so it can get a bit colder in places, though warm temperatures are the norm.

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Chimborazo is south of Quito and east of Guayaquil, so getting there is a breeze. Fly into either of those major cities before transferring to Riobamba by plane or bus.

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You can enjoy a great Chimborazo trek year round, though the dry season might have slightly better weather.