ACCLIMATIZATION WALK - CERRO FUYA-FUYA

Mountaineering lovers each year find in Ecuador's elevations the perfect place to live high

altitude experiences. Volcanoes like Chimborazo, Cotopaxi, Cayambe or Sangay take center

stage in this extreme adventure and provoke fans to want to conquer their peaks. But before

going through them, it is important to carry out a previous acclimatization, to achieve the

purpose of reaching its summits. The most optimal and recommended is to adapt to the

environment in lower mountains such as the FUYA-FUYA hill. This hill is located near the

Mojanda Lagoons, passing the town of Pedro Moncayo 17 km south of Otavalo. It has an

altitude of 4290 m. Its name comes from the kichwa Fuyu which means "cloud", this is

because its peaks are usually covered with thick clouds. Those who decide to go on this

incredible adventure must be prepared for sudden changes in the weather. Adequate clothing,

equipment and food are essential in this journey. Close to the elevation are other natural

attractions such as the Taxopamba waterfalls or the Mojanda lagoons, where various

adventure tourism activities are practiced. The Fuya Fuya allows adventurers to practice

various types of mountain. To reach the highest point of the Mojanda knot, you can take one

of the three trails that lead to the summit, cross a steep and short grassland, and then cross

rocky segments until you reach the summit, where you can contemplate the Mojanda Lagoon

and admire nearby elevations such as Cayambe, Imbabura and Cotacachi.

ITINERARY

Meeting time at 07 a.m. from the hotel

Trip to Cerro Fuya Fuya.

Informative talk (explanation of climatic conditions / equipment / height).

The climb begins

Arrival at the summit

Return to Quito

INCLUDES IN THE TOUR:

 Transportation from Quito to Cerro Fuya-Fuya and return

 Bilingual certified guide

 Box Lunch

 Technical equipment (helmet and harness)

NOT INCLUDED IN THE TOUR

 Tips

 Nothing not specified in the program.

EQUIPMENT NEEDED TO BRING

 Polar clothing.

 Sunglasses

 Camera

 Hiking shoes

 Gloves

 Waterproof jacket

 Sunscreen

 Cotton pants

 Walking poles (optional)