Crack climbing on the Columns of Tangan, from Quito (2 days)

Would you like to feel the thrill of crack climbing in a newly discovered spot of the Andes? Then come to Quito and let me take you to the fascinating Columns of Tangan!

Rock climbing in Ecuador is on the rise. In addition to the new routes that are constantly opening, it is thought that there are still many places to explore. The Columns of Tangan, discovered in 2016, open the map to a region with many hidden gems.

These basalt walls are in the Sigchos Canton, within the Cotopaxi Province, at an altitude of 2,000 m a.s.l. Surrounded by a lush forest and roaring waterfalls, they feature natural cracks, probably formed long time ago by the lava of the nearby Illiniza Volcano.

For our 2-day outing, we will meet in Quito and drive 2 ½ hours to the Columns of Tangan. Once there, we will enjoy 2 days of crack climbing on these amazing over 80-meter rocks. Furthermore, we will spend the night in a scenic mountain hut of the area and enjoy some delicious local food.

Please note that this trip is specially intended for first-timers. My goal is to teach you the basic skills of crack climbing. However, you should have a good fitness level: we’ll need to walk 2-km (downhill and uphill) to reach the base of the Columns.

So, if you want to experience a crack climbing adventure in a recently discovered area of the Ecuadorian Andes, please contact me. Let’s meet in Quito and go to the awesome Columns of Tangan!

I also offer rock climbing trips at El Rodadero E35 and Towers of Simiatug. Check out those programs!