Climb Chimborazo - Ecuador’s Highest Mountain
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Responsible Travel
The ascent of Chimborazo Volcano, the point on Earth closest to the sun, is a unique experience that combines adventure, breathtaking landscapes, and pristine nature. Along the hike, visitors cross Andean páramo, glaciers, and rocky formations, enjoying spectacular views of the Ecuadorian Andes and local wildlife. It is ideal for those seeking challenge, excitement, and a true connection with the mountains.
Price includes:
Excursions with a highly qualified English-speaking mountain guide
All Transportation in private between locations
Meals as mentioned in the program
Climbing and security gear as necessary (Traveler may bring their own small packed gear if necessary)
Accommodation: Refuge
All permits to enter Protected National Parks
Not included:
International and Internal flights
Meals not mentioned in the trip plan
Travel insurance, and repatriation insurance
Optional excursions, activities, and optional tours
International Airport Fees if applicable
Tips and Personal expenses
Suggested Itinerary
Ascent from Chimborazo Volcano
Day 1. Our 2-day Chimborazo Ascent Tour starts at 10am from your location. Our private transportation and guide specialized in High Mountain, will pass by your location and we will head towards the Chimborazo Fauna Production Reserve, but not before making a last check of your technical climbing equipment and all the necessary clothing for the Ascent Chimborazo Tour 2 days. A technical stop for lunch on the Panamerican Highway E35, and then continue our journey to the protected area of Chimborazo. This tour in our all-terrain vehicle is about 4.30 hours from Quito, until we arrive at the entrance of the Chimborazo Fauna Reserve. Once at this site, our guide will register the visit, and then continue to the Carrel refuge at 4800 meters above sea level. Here begins our first acclimatization for our Ascent Chimborazo Tour 2 days, with all our mountain equipment to the second Edward Whymper 5000masl time approx. one hour Option 1. An ascent to the High Camp at 5400m 3 hours walk is our option 2. The High Camp is not included in our initial price, but you can request this extra supplement. This option facilitates the ascent to the summit of Chimborazo. Once inside the refuge, our guide will give a talk about ropes, safety, correct use of crampons, and recommendations once we are on the mountain. At the refuge we will be served hot drinks and, in the evening, we will enjoy a delicious dinner; a time to rest and then we will look forward to the real ascent to the summit of Chimborazo, the closest point to the sun.
Meals: lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Refuge
Moments that define this adventure
