Chimborazo Climbing

Riobamba, Chimborazo, Ecuador

JV
Julio Verne Travel
  • Email address verified
  • Facebook verified
22 reviews
Jul 19 - 20, 2019
Group size: 1 - 25
Chimborazo Climbing
Riobamba, Chimborazo, Ecuador

Julio Verne Travel
  • Email address verified
  • Facebook verified
22 reviews

Jul 19 - 20, 2019
Group size: 1 - 25

About this trip

 The summit of Chimborazo is not only the highest of Ecuador but also, due to the earth’s equatorial bulge, the farthest point on the earth’s surface from the center of the earth. This massive mountain was formed by he remains of two ancient volcanoes and has five summits. On our climbing tour you can reach the Veintimilla summit (6227 m. / 20.429 ft. ) and the maximum Whymper summit (6263 m. / 20548 ft.). This climb is not apt for beginners; the route to the Whymper summit has some rocky and icy sections, which do require previous mountaineering experience. You also need a very good acclimatization plus an excellent physical condition.

What’s included

  • mountain guide
    Private Guide
  • private transportation
    from / to Riobamba
  • meals
  • accommodation
  • climbing equipment
  • entrance permit

Available Packages

Trip Price
$480

Itinerary

Day 1
Preparing for Climbing

Departure from Riobamba at 10.00 and drive for 1 hour to the Chimborazo Reserve. We continue by car to the Carrel refuge, at 4850 m. / 15912,07 ft. Spend the afternoon in the refuge, in order to rest and improve our acclimatization. The guide will give information about the route and a safety briefing. After dinner we will get a couple of hours sleep. At 22.30 p.m. it is time to start the climb. 

Your Organizer


JV
Julio Verne Travel
22 reviews
Julio Verne Travel is an Ecuadorian tour operator with Dutch management, founded in 1995. Specialized in hiking, biking and climbing trips throughout Ecuador and the Galapagos

Reviews

NB
My husband and I did the 3-day Inca Trail trek, with Marciel as our guide. It was fantastic! Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and patient. We both experienced mild altitude sickness during the beginning of the hike, and our guide made sure we continued at a comfortable pace and made recommendations along the way. The food was great, and we learned so much about the history of the trail and the region. The camping equipment works well and is very comfortable. The horsemen work really hard to ensure everything is set up in advance. Highly recommend this trek and the tour operator. They are very professional and answered a lot of questions in advance of the trip.
By Nicole B for Inca Trail on Feb 19, 2024
Wir hatten einen tollen Guide/Emilio der alles gegeben hat und wenn dann wieder nur mit ihm. Vielen Dank bis zum nächsten Mal.
By Enrico H for Chimborazo Climb on Feb 09, 2024
Wonderfull trip, highly recommended.
By Jiri P for Chimborazo Hike & Bike on Nov 17, 2023
I had an amazing day with four other participants and our guide! I enjoyed the 1.5 hours we had to hike around the first and second refugios at Chimborazo, and then the biking part of the day was even better. I got to choose if I wanted to bike on the road or off-road, and I'm so glad I picked the latter. I rarely book tours, but I can say that though it was a bit pricey, I am so glad I did this while in Ecuador.
By Lauren G for Chimborazo Hike & Bike on Oct 02, 2023
very professional, great guide, great route, good equipment, nice people!
By Mario F for Volcano Circuit on Sep 22, 2023
Show More Reviews

References

Our family had a great tour of Chimborazo. The views were stunning! We enjoyed the 2km hike, which gave us a small taste of what hiking is like at 16,000ft! The bike ride down on Route 2 was a blast. It was a mix of dirt roads, fun, loose trails, and pavement. Miguel was friendly and helpful! The bike tour is a perfect way to experience Chimborazo!
By Todd on 29 Jun, 2023

Photo Gallery