ACCLIMATION WALK - VOLCAN IMBABURA

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 Imbabura volcano; which is located in the

province of the same name, with an approximate height of 4,630 meters.In the north of the

mountain, at a distance of 10 kilometers, is Ibarra, and to the south is Lake San Pablo, near

Otavalo. The ascent to this volcano is recommended as part of the acclimatization and

preparation if you want to ascend other volcanoes or mountains in Ecuador. The flora and

fauna of the forests that surround the Imbabura is quite diverse, allowing you to discover a

little more about the natural diversity of the area.

We begin by heading through the eastern part of the volcano to the indigenous community

of Casha Loma located at 3,500 meters above sea level. reaching the north summit after 5

hours, and the return is approximately 3 1/2 hours by the same route. On clear days you can

have spectacular views such as the Nevado Cayambe and the Antisana, the city of Ibarra and

the Yahuarcocha Lagoon with impressive landscapes and admire the flora over 4000 m.

ITINERARY

 Meeting time at 06 a.m. from the hotel

 Trip to Imbabura volcano

 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 the Imbabura volcano 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)