Cayambe Volcano 2-day guided climbing trip

Welcome to the highest point on the Equator Line: the Cayambe volcano!

It’s my pleasure to invite to a 2-day guided ascent up to the summit of Cayambe, the Ecuadorian third-highest mountain. This climbing tour includes a low technical difficulty level. However, participants must have a good fitness condition since we’ll face demanding glaciers, crevasses and snow avalanches. In addition to that, a good acclimatization would be a plus as well as some previous mountaineering experience. Since Cotopaxi summit has been closed for climbing, the Cayambe volcano has gained popularity among mountaineers from all around the world. Moreover, the area offers a new and comfortable mountain hut with excellent facilities. This climbing adventure can be run all year round, although from November to February the weather conditions are the best. The period from June to September is also good, but it’s rather windy. You can choose your more convenient starting point among these options. There are other places available upon request:

• Baños,

• Riobamba,

• Ambato,

• Machachi,

• Quito.

Then, you can see a sample itinerary of this program. Any item can be adapted to your wishes and expectations.

DAY 1

A transfer will take you to the chosen starting point. Then we have a long drive to the Cayambe city. We’ll stop at the parking lot very close to the Ruales Oleas Berge Hut, at 4700 meters of altitude. Here we’ll spend the night. During the afternoon we’ll have some time to walk around and explore the surroundings. We can also have a training hike on a nearby glacier before having dinner and rest.

DAY 2

Depending on the group size and weather conditions we’ll start the climb up to the summit of Cayambe by midnight. After around 7 hours we’ll get there! Then, we’ll descend to the hut again (3 or 4 more hours). On the way back you will enjoy a great meal in a local restaurant. Finally, the transfer will take you back to your starting point. End of the program.

So, remember this trip is available during all the year. If you’re planning to come to Ecuador do not hesitate to contact me. Live a unique experience in the highest point of the planet!