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Because of the tropical climate, the hiking times in this program are not too long: average 2 – 4 hours. The trails vary from easy to moderate. Be prepared for muddy trails and river crossings in the humid forest (rubber boots will be provided). Bring adequate sun protection (sun block, sun glasses and hat), especially […]

This 6-day itinerary combines the acclimatization climbs of Rumiñahui and Iliniza Norte volcanoes, with a glacier class and summit hike of Cotopaxi. A great introduction to mountaineering with incredible views of Ecuador´s awesome volcanoes! Rising at 5897 m / 19347 ft Cotopaxi is the second highest summit of Ecuador and popular among experienced mountaineers and […]

This 6-day itinerary combines the acclimatization climbs of Rumiñahui and Iliniza Norte volcanoes, with a glacier class and summit hike of Cotopaxi. A great introduction to mountaineering with incredible views of Ecuador´s awesome volcanoes! Rising at 5897 m / 19347 ft Cotopaxi is the second highest summit of Ecuador and popular among experienced mountaineers and […]

Imagine reaching the highest peak on the equator, summiting one of the most active volcanoes in the world, and culminating in the earth´s point closest to the sun - all in the same journey! You can achieve this by climbing Ecuador´s three highest summits: Cayambe, Cotopaxi and Chimborazo. With a total length of 18 days, […]

Carihuairazo (5018 m / 16463 ft) is the second volcano in the Chimborazo Reserve. Compared to its big brother Chimborazo it may not impress you at first sight, but actually this mountain is a great option to get prepared for the summit attempt of Ecuador´s highest peak. It enables you to achieve a better acclimatization […]

Summiting Chimborazo is a challenging and rewarding experience for avid mountaineers. This majestic top is not only the highest of Ecuador - measured from the center of the earth, Chimborazo is higher than Mt Everest, and the closest you can get to the moon and the sun! The massive, glaciated Chimborazo was formed by the […]

Summiting Chimborazo is a challenging and rewarding experience for all avid mountaineers. This majestic top in the Central Andes is not only the highest of Ecuador. Measured from the center of the earth, Chimborazo is higher than Mt Everest, and the closest you can get to the moon and the sun! The massive, glaciated Chimborazo […]

One of Ecuador´s best kept secrets is its very own Inca Trail that, other than its Peruvian counterpart, is never crowded! The Qhapac Ñan network of stone-paved roads, a World Heritage Patrimony since 2014, was constructed by the legendary Incas over several centuries. It had an extension of over 6000 km. from Colombia all the […]

The highlights of the Volcano Circuit are Chimborazo and its smaller neighbor Carihuairazo. In Andean mythology, they are the protagonists of a love triangle between volcanoes. The legend tells that a long time ago Chimborazo and Carihuairazo matched each other in size, but one day they started a fierce fight for the love of Tungurahua. […]