Ecuadorian volcanoes 19-day Guided Tour
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Climb up to the summit of the most popular Ecuadorian volcanoes: Chimborazo, Cotopaxi, Cayambe and Antisana. Pablo, an IFMGA certified guide will take you!
Andes
19 Days
Oct - Dec
High
Intermediate
Description
I want to invite you to an amazing 19-day expedition! Join me and let's climb up to 4 of the most popular snow-covered Ecuadorian volcanoes! We will reach the summit of Chimborazo (6310 m), Antisana (5758 m), Cayambe (5790 m) and Cotopaxi (5897 m).
I will take you first on some great acclimatization activities. We will explore colonial Quito on a city tour. Also, we will visit the Equatorial Line! Besides, we will go on acclimatization hikes to Imbabura (4630 m) and Fuya Fuya (4263 m).
So, when your body is ready, we will start the high altitude section of the program!
Cayambe will be our first climb in this great Ecuadorian volcanoes program. It's one of the world's highest active volcano. From its summit, we will be able to look inside the crater! Also, we will enjoy the great views of other snow-covered volcanoes.
Then we will visit the popular town of Baños. It has fantastic weather and it's full of outdoor cafes and shops. Most important, after a tough ascent, we will be able to relax in its luxurious and natural thermal springs!
Then, after Cayambe and Cotopaxi, we will go for Chimborazo! It's Ecuador's tallest peak! Its sight is among the most impressive of the Andes. From the top we will enjoy amazing views. And if we climb it on a clear day we will even be able to look down into the Amazon jungle!
Our adventure will end with a fun ride on the Nariz del Diablo train (Devil's Nose), where we will enjoy some beautiful scenery!
Please consider that we will need ice-climbing equipment for Chimborazo and Cotopaxi. Also note that rental equipment is included in the package.
And, most important, you will need to be in excellent physical condition! Climbs are not technically difficult, but ice conditions can make them really challenging sometimes.
So, are you in for this great adventure to the Ecuadorian volcanoes? Contact me and let's start planning your trip! I will be happy to answer any questions you may have. I also offer an amazing 15-day skiing trip around Cayambe, Cotopaxi and Chimborazo. Check it out!
Itinerary
Day 1: Quito
Arrival in Quito
(2,800 m). Overnight: Quito
Accommodation: Hotel
Day 2: Old Quito city tour-Equatorial Line
Today we will enjoy a guided tour of Quito’s old town and a visit to “Mitad del Mundo”, the Equatorial Line.
Overnight: Quito
Accommodation: Hotel
Meal: Breakfast
Day 3: Fuya Fuya climb
Today we will hike up to Fuya Fuya
(4263 m).
Overnight: Otavalo
(2550 m)
Accommodation: Hotel
Meal: Breakfast
Day 4: Imbabura climb
We will climb Imbabura
(4630 m).
Overnight: Otavalo
Accommodation: Hotel
Meal: Breakfast
Day 5: Peguche village
We will explore the famous “Plaza de Ponchos” and visit the small village of Peguche.
Overnight: Otavalo
Accommodation: Hotel
Meal: Breakfast
Day 6: Cayambe Coca Ecological Reserve
We will travel to Cayambe-Coca Ecological Reserve and review glacier travel skills
Overnight: Bergé, Ruales, Oleas Refuge
(4650 m)
Accommodation: Hut
Meal: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 7: Cayambe summit (5790 m)
We will climb up to Cayambe (5790 m).
Overnight: Town of Cayambe (2800 m).
Accommodation: Hosteria
Meal: Breakfast, Boxed-lunch
Day 8: Cochasqui Pyramids
We will visit the Pyramids of Cochasquí (3200 m). We will have extra time for Cayambe summit attempt.
Overnight: Town of Cayambe (2800 m
Accommodation: Hosteria
Meal: Breakfast
Day 9: Antisana Ecological Reserve
Transfer to Antisana Ecological Reserve
(4340 m)
Overnight: Base Camp
(4610 m)
Accommodation: Tents
Meal: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 10: Antisana Summit
Today we will climb up to Antisana
(5758 m)
Overnight: Papallacta
(3400 m)
Accommodation: Hostería
Meal: Breakfast, Boxed-lunch
Day 11: Papallacta Hot Springs
Soak in the famous Papallacta hot-springs or extra Antisana summit attempt
Overnight: Quito
Accommodation: Hotel
Meal: Breakfast
Day 12: Cotopaxi National Park
Transfer to Cotopaxi National Park (4600m)
Overnight: Jose Rivas Refuge (4800 m)
Accommodation: Hut
Meal: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 13: Cotopaxi Summit
Climb Cotopaxi
(5897)
Overnight: Baños
(1800 m)
Accommodation: Hotel
Meal: Breakfast, Boxed-lunch
Day 14: Baños-Rest day
Today we will enjoy a rest day in Baños or an extra Cotopaxi summit attempt
Overnight: Baños
Accommodation: Hotel
Meal: Breakfast
Day 15: Chimborazo Fauna Reserve
Transfer to Chimborazo Fauna Reserve (Reserva de Producción Faunística Chimborazo)
Overnight: Hermanos Carrel Refuge (4800 m)
Accommodation: Hut
Meal: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 16: Chimborazo summit
Today we will climb up to Chimborazo summit!(6310 m).
Overnight: Riobamba (2800 m)
Accommodation: Hotel
Meal: Breakfast, Boxed-lunch
Day 17: Riobamba-Free day
Today we will have a free day in Riobamba or extra Chimborazo summit attempt.
Overnight: Riobamba
Accommodation: Hotel
Meal: Breakfast
Day 18: Train ride on the "Nariz del Diablo"
We will enjoy a train ride on the legendary “Nariz del Diablo”.
Overnight: Quito
Accommodation: Hotel
Meal: Breakfast
Day 19: Last day
Today we say goodbye in Quito.
Meal: Breakfast
Details
More info
Contact me for information about the price and equipment.
Please note that avalanches are common during the day in all snow covered peaks in Ecuador. This is due to a more straight angle of the sunlight, typical of areas close to the Equatorial Line. So, as a safety measure, we will climb at night. This way, we will get to the summit by 7.00 am, returning to base camp before the snow pack becomes too soft and warm.
Meeting point
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