Hiking in Imbabura

Experience adventure on your next hiking trip in Imbabura, an outstanding volcanic region in Ecuador.

The Imbabura region is situated just two hours north of Quito and is a haven for nature seekers. Home to Ecuador’s most important volcanoes, you’ll find extremely beautiful scenery and enjoyable hikes here. Plus, you’ll experience the amazing culture of the region.

Top hiking trips | Imbabura:

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Two Day Acclimatization Hike Up Sincholagua

Come to Ecuador with Pablo, an IFMGA-certified mountain guide, on a two-day trek to acclimatize to higher altitudes. Enjoy unbelievable views from the less frequented and rewarding destination of Sincholagua.

2 days

Beginner

Any

FromUSD 299

Piñan 4-day guided trek, Ecuador

Piñan offers an amazing trekking trail and IFMGA certified guide Edgar is eager to accompany you. Enjoy a guided tour among the incredible Andean Forest during 4 days.

4 days

Any

Imbabura Volcano guided hiking tour in Ecuador

Pablo, an IFMGA certified guide, will take you on this easy 2-day hike to the Imbabura Volcano, with the option of a cultural extension program on the third day.

2 days

Any

5-day trekking trip on the Cotacachi Cayapas Ecological Reserve

Come to the Cotacachi Cayapas Ecological Reserve and discover the Piñan trek. A great 5-day hiking adventure led by a local certified guide.

5 days

Any

There are many reasons for choosing Hiking in Ecuador

In Ecuador the Andes are particularly high due to the equatorial bulge. Some of the peaks sit further away from the centre of the Earth than Everest! This mountain range is really special. It's also packed full of hikes and mountaineering experiences.

Good to know:

Currency

USD

Country code

+593

Language

Spanish

How to get there

Fly to Quito then get a bus

Best time to visit

The mountainous areas can be visited at any time of year however October through March is the best time to visit

Weather

Ecuador has a dry season from June to September and a rainy season from October to May. The weather in the mountains is often colder

More info about Hiking in Imbabura:

A great hike to do is to the summit of Imbabura. At 4,630 meters it doesn’t tend to have snow or ice on it so you don’t need technical equipment. This climb is ideal if you are preparing to take on a bigger mountain. Another good hike in this area is the Piñan Trek. This can be done over multiple days and takes place in the middle of the Cotacachi Cayapas Eco Reserve. This is an area of huge biodiversity. You could also choose to hike around San Pablo Lake and see Andean Condors in their natural habitat

Best Hiking Adventures in Ecuador

Nestled along South America’s Pacific Coast, sitting south of Colombia and northwest of Peru, Ecuador is a small yet incredibly diverse little country. The combination of the Andes Mountains in the east and center of the country along with the El Niño current in the Pacific Ocean, gives Ecuador, which is roughly the size

Jan 14, 2019

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