HIGH MOUNTAIN

CHIMBORAZO

HIGH LEVEL

6286 m

2 Days, 1 night

Chimborazo with its 6268 meters above sea level is considered the closest point to the sun measured from the center of the earth. This volcano is physical demanding and requires knowledge of trekking in the high _altitudes as well as rock climbing and glacial experience. The Chimborazo volcano is ideal for acclimatization for those who decide to climb Everest. Its highland fauna reserve is a natural habitat for vicuñas.

ANTISANA

HIGH LEVEL

5758 m

2 days, 1 night

This volcano is located at an altitude of 5758 meters above sea level and belongs to the Cayambe Coca Reserve. A peculiarity of this volcano is that it is located between the limit of the Andes and the Amazon area of the country. Its ecosystem maintains intact because it is little explored. This volcano is physical demanding and requires knowledge of trekking in the high altitudes as well as rock climbing and glacial experience, since it has visible peaks and cracks in its ascent.

COTOPAXI

MODERATE / HIGH LEVEL

5897 m

2 days, 1 night

The neck of the moon volcano, named like this by ancient civilizations, has a crater on its top. With an altitude of 5897 meters above sea level the Cotopaxi volcano is the largest active volcano in the world. For those who like adventures, it is an ideal mountain with medium physical demand and requires technical knowledge. It is located 2 hours south from the city of Quito and belongs to the Cotopaxi National Park.

CAYAMBE

MODERATE / HIGH LEVEL

5790 m

2 days, 1 night

It is an active volcano that is located at an altitude of 5790 meters above sea level and is located on the Equator line, it is the only volcano in the world located on the line. This volcano requires an intermediate physical condition and an intermediate technical knowledge. When climbing this mountain you will discover imposing landscapes such as the avenue of volcanoes.

ILLINIZAS

MODERATE LEVEL

Illiniza South 5248 m / illiniza North 5126 m

2 days, 1 night

Ideal for those who enjoy trekking. This volcano offers a 360-degree view of the Andes, it is the only volcano that crosses four provinces of Ecuador. Basic physical condition is required and can be of help while acclimatizing for other adventures. South Ilinizas origins from the eruption of the

Ilinizas volcano many years ago, which caused the division between the northern and southern Iliniza division. The south part is perfect to practice mountain techniques and specifically rock, climbing and glacier techniques.

GUAGUA PICHINCHA

MODERATE LEVEL

4776 m

1 day

It is an active volcano that is located in what is still considered the city of Quito at an altitude of 4776 meters above sea level. This program is perfect for those who like more easy hikes and less physical demands. It is ideal for acclimatization, besides great views over the entire city you can observe some fumaroles.

RUCU PICHINCHA

MODERATE LEVEL

4698 m

1 day

Rucu is an inactive volcano and has an altitude of 4698 meters above sea level and offers us its pure nature. This mountain is great to start acclimatization and to carry out activities such as long hikes. Basic physical condition is required and does not require any specific techniques. The western part of the city of Quito can be observed.

INTEGRAL PICHINCHAS

MODERATE LEVEL

4776 m

1 day

This circuit includes a visit to the two volcanoes Guagua Pichincha and Rucu Pichincha. This program is ideal for a correct acclimatization before ascending more demanding volcanoes which require a more technical knowledge. We will encounter wet grasslands, there is a viewpoint that offers a perfect view of the city of Quito from north to south.

RUMIÑAHUI

MODERATE LEVEL

4721 m

1 day

The Rumiñahui volcano is 4721 meters above sea level. It is a circuit of medium difficulty and does not need technical knowledge. At the end of the ascent rocks and sand are crossed. Here you can see wet grasslands and a privileged view of the Cotopaxi volcano throughout the journey.

PASOCHOA

MODERATE LEVEL

4200

1 day

Pasochoa is a circuit that surrounds the inter-Andean alley at 4200 meters above sea level, it is located in the parish of Uyumbicho southwest of Quito. This place is full of wet grasslands and is home to endemic species that only inhabit this sector specifically.  The program is perfect for those who like to hike long distances, an intermediate physical condition is required.