GUAGUA PICHINCHA
Moderate Level
4776 m
1 day
The Guagua Pichincha is the most active volcano in the Western Cordillera of the Ecuadorian Andes, it is part of the Pichinchas Massif that is a set of hills and volcanoes. It is an ancient volcano, it erupted in 1660 and years later it was affected by an earthquake. Its name is derived from the quichua language.
Day Program
- Departure from Quito towards the town of LLOA
- Continue to the parking area at 3900 m
- Begin the trek to the refuge of the volcano at 4550 m
- Ascent to the summit of the Guagua Pichincha volcano at 4781 m
- Return to the refuge and we will take time to rest, eat and hydrate
- Return to Quito or to your destination
National Guide Certified in high mountains by MINTUR (Ministry of Tourism)
in languages (Spanish, English, French).
4×4 transport.
Packed lunch.
Entrance fees to reserves and national parks.
Energy bars or supplements.
Extra meals, hydrating and / or alcoholic drinks.
Tips.
Extra rental equipment.
Risk and / or accident insuranc.e Headlamp battery.
Small backpack.
Water bottle. Hiking shoes or shoes that are comfortable for. walking.
Fleece jacket and Gore-Tex jacket.
Thermal pants and quick-dry pants.
Hat.
Sunglasses.
Sunscreen.
Gloves.
Thermos with water.