Climbing Chimborazo Volcano (6263 m / 20548 ft) - the world's highest mountain measured from the center of the earth - is definitely a challenging plan, therefore we take it up with a good acclimatization schedule. Included in the itinerary the iconic Cotopaxi Volcano (5.897 m / 19,347 ft), which is another epic target for many mountaineers coming to Ecuador. This beauty is said to be the world's highest active volcano. The view into its huge crater is simply breathtaking. Also part of the advenure is Cayambe Volcano, Ecuador's 3rd highest mountain. Definitely a trip of a lifetime - join us!

Technically the climbs are not very difficult, nevertheless good fitness is required and some previous glacier travel experience highly recommended.

Another very important point is proper acclimatization. To really enjoy the climbs we recommend at least 4 days of preparation, including hikes in altitude and steadily increasing your sleeping altitude if  possible. In this 11 day-package acclimatization is taken care of, further you'll get to know some of the highlights of the Ecuadorian Andean region, among them the city of Quito, Papallacta hot springs and the city of Riobamba. 

Any questions? Reach out to our climbing experts on info@andeansummitadventure.com or +593968959533 (WhatsApp or call).

For Rescue and Travel Insurance we recommend: Global Rescue. 

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- certified bi-lingual guide (NATIONAL / ASEGUIM / IVBV - UIAGM - IFMGA), max. 1 guide per 2 climbers on glaciated mountains, 1 guide during the rest of the trip

- transportation in private vehicle during the tour (from / to Quito)

- accommodation as per itinereray (or similar - depending on availability)

- park entrance fees & climbing permits

- meals as specified in the itinerary

- group equipment: ropes and other guiding gear

- meals (see program)

- personal technical equipment (harness, helmet, crampons, ice axe, carabiners, screws, slings etc.)

- sleeping bag + pad for huts and camps, boots and other private equipment - check our equipment list

- other entrance fees (eg. in the city for churches etc.)

- insurances (please make sure that you have an insurance covering risks of mountain climbing, we recommend Global Rescue)

- cost for program changes

- tips & any other expenses not explicitly mentioned

Cancellation Conditions:

- 60 or more days prior to departure: the total amount paid will be refunded, less an administrative fee equal to 10% of the total price.

- 59 - 30 days prior to departure: a cancellation fee equivalent to 50% of the total price shall be retained.

- 29 and less days prior to departure: the entire total price shall be forfeited.

Change Conditions:

Any change of the purchased itinerary or services asked by the client before and during the trip will depend on availability, requires mutual agreement and will be subject to cancellation penalties of existing services.

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DAY 1
arrival at Quito airport, transfer to your hotel (Casa Ilayaku or Vieja Cúba)

meals: - / - / - 

DAY 2
we explore Quito's old town: beautiful churches, squares and amazing views to get a feeling of what Ecuador is like. In the afternoon we ride up with the cable car for a coffee and more great views from high above Quito.

meals: B / L / -

accommodation in Hotel Casa Ilayaku or Vieja Cúba

DAY 3

Start after breakfast, drive to the parking area at Limpiopungo Lagoon in Cotopaxi National Park, where we start our climb. We hike towards the central summit of RUMIÑAHUI (4.722 m / 15,492 ft), the approximate time to the summit is 3 - 4 hours. After enjoying wonderful views of neighbouring Cotopaxi we descend to our vehicle and return to our accommodation.

tech. data: ↑ 800 m / 2620 ft ↓ 800 m / 2620 ft | ↔ 12 km / 7.5 mi

meals: B / LB / D

Accommodation in single / double rooms in Tambopaxi Lodge with dinner and breakfast.

DAY 4 + 5
After breakfast we organize our equipment, then we drive up to the parking lot and
hike up to Cotopaxi refuge at 4.865 m / 15,960 ft (45 min). If required there will be a small glacier training in the afternoon (walking techniques), early dinner and rest at the refuge (dorm). Wake up around midnight, small snack and start of the hike to the summit of COTOPAXI (5.897 m / 19,347 ft), which takes approximately 6 - 8 h. 

After ideally enjoying a breathtaking sunrise at the summit we descend (approx. 3 hours to the refuge, 30 mins to the parking lot) and return to our accommodation.

tech. data day 1: ↑ 220 m / 720 ft | → 0,8 km / 0.5 mi
tech. data day 2: ↑ 1060 m / 3480 ft ↓ 1280 m / 4200 ft | ↔ 7,5 km / 4.7 mi

meals day 1: B / L / D
meals day 2: B / - / - (snacks for ascent will be provided)

accommodation incl. breakfast in single / double rooms in Papallacta Spa Hotel

DAY 6
On this well deserved rest day we enjoy the wonderful hot springs of Papallacta with amazing views of Antisana. No services included - free day.

meals: B / - / -

accommodation in single / double room with breakfast in Papallacta Hot Springs 

DAY 7 + 8
We start after breakfast, drive to Cayambe city where we have lunch and then continue driving up to the Refugio Ruales Oleas Berge (4640 m / 15230 ft). In the afternoon we have a small glacier school / practice if required or discover the surroundings. After an early dinner we try to rest. Around midnight we wake up and have breakfast, then we start our ascent to CAYAMBE (5.790 m / 18,996 ft),
time to summit approx. 6 to 7 hours, we admire crevasses and beautiful views, then we descend to the refuge and drive to our accommodation.

tech. data day 1: ↑↓ 0 m / 0 ft | ↔ 0,0 km / 0 mi
tech. data day 2: ↑↓ 1150 m / 3770 ft | ↔ 8,15 km / 5.1 mi 

meals day 1: B / LB / D
meals day 2: B / - / - (snacks for the ascent will be provided)

accommodation with breakfast in single / double room in Casa Sakiwa

DAY 9
After a good rest we head South and pass the city of Riobamba (oldest planned city of Ecuador) where we will stop for lunch. Depending on our schedule we stroll through the streets of the typical Andean town, see its markets and other interesting sites or continue directly up to Chakana Mountain Lodge.

meals: B / L / D

accommodation in dorm rooms in Chakana Mountain Lodge, including dinner & breakfast (4000 m / 13100 ft) 

DAY 10 + 11
We head towards Chimborazo National Park, have lunch on the way. After check in at the gate we drive up to the parking lot at 4800 m / 15750 ft, and hike then up to the high camp at 5300 m / 17400 ft, where we spend the night in tents or domes. After an early dinner we try to rest, have breakfast around midnight and get prepared for a 6 - 8 hours ascent to CHIMBORAZO SUMMIT (6263 m / 20548 ft). Ideally after admiring a wonderful sunrise from the summit of Chimborazo we descend to high camp where we pick up our stuff, have a small snack and then continue downwards to our vehicles. Transportation back to Quito. 

tech. data day 1: ↑ 500 m / 1640 ft | → 2,1 km / 1.3 mi
tech. data day 2: ↑ 1000 m / 3280 ft ↓ 1500 m / 4920 ft | ↔ 7,9 km / 4.9 mi

meals day 1: B / L / D
meals day 2: B / - / - (snacks for ascent will be provided)

accommodation not included on day 11 - end of services