Andean Summits - A High-Altitude Mountaineering Expedition Across Ecuador
Quito, Iliniza Norte, Cotopaxi, Chimborazo, Ecuador
Andean Summits - A High-Altitude Mountaineering Expedition Across Ecuador
Quito, Iliniza Norte, Cotopaxi, Chimborazo, Ecuador
Andean Summits - A High-Altitude Mountaineering Expedition Across Ecuador
Quito, Iliniza Norte, Cotopaxi, Chimborazo, Ecuador
Andean Summits - A High-Altitude Mountaineering Expedition Across Ecuador
Quito, Iliniza Norte, Cotopaxi, Chimborazo, Pichincha, Cotopaxi, Chimborazo, Ecuador View on Google Maps
Tour Overview
This progressive high-altitude expedition combines Ecuadorian culture, careful acclimatization, and increasingly demanding mountain objectives. Begin in Quito, exploring its Historic Center and local flavors before ascending Rucu Pichincha, hiking the Cuicocha crater rim, and discovering Otavalo's traditional market. The journey builds toward Iliniza Norte, the expedition's first 5,000-meter objective, before advancing onto the glaciers of Cotopaxi and Chimborazo. Professional mountain leadership, technical preparation, strategic recovery, and a night at Chimborazo High Camp lay the foundation for attempting the 6,263-meter Whymper Summit, Ecuador's highest point.
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- ☆Quito's History & Flavors: Explore the UNESCO-listed Historic Center, visit its architectural landmarks, and taste Ecuadorian fruits at San Francisco Market.
- ☆Rucu Pichincha & Cuicocha: Begin your acclimatization with high-altitude hiking, volcanic landscapes, and a complete crater-rim circuit.
- ☆Iliniza Norte Ascent: Take on your first 5,000-meter mountain, navigating a rocky ridge and scrambling terrain under professional guidance.
- ☆Cotopaxi Summit Attempt: Climb across snow and glacial terrain using ropes, crampons, and an ice axe toward one of Ecuador's most iconic summits.
- ☆Chimborazo High Camp: Spend a night in expedition tents near 5,300 meters, surrounded by Ecuador's high-altitude volcanic landscapes.
- ☆Chimborazo's Whymper Summit: Attempt to reach Ecuador's highest point at 6,263 meters through a demanding glacier ascent.
What's Included
Included
- Private airport transfers on arrival and departure
- Professional English-speaking guides for activities
- Certified high-altitude mountain guides
- Entrance fees for scheduled activities and TelefériQo ticket
- Pre-expedition briefing and equipment check
- Local operational and emergency coordination
- 10 nights' accommodation as specified
- Meals described in the itinerary.
- Purified water and snacks during mountain activities
- Ecuadorian fruit tasting at San Francisco Market
- Group mountaineering equipment
- Ropes and technical safety systems
- Communication equipment
- First-aid supplies
- High Camp logistical support
Excluded
- International/domestic flights
- Travel, medical, rescue & evacuation insurance
- Personal mountain gear/rentals & sleeping bag
- Unspecified meals/drinks, including alcohol
- Personal expenses, gratuities & room upgrades
- Early/late check-in/out, visas, vaccines & medical exams
- Rescue/evacuation & extra transport