2-day guided ascent to Cayambe, Ecuador

Join E-S Latam Adventure Guides, in this ascent to Cayambe Volcano in Ecuador. Enjoy the view of the most beautiful glaciers in the country!

Andes

2 Days

Jan, Oct - Dec

High

Intermediate

Description

Would you like to climb up to 5790 metres in Ecuador? Come and join me in this 2-day guided ascent to Cayambe! It's the third highest peak in Ecuador.

Cayambe is a glaciated extinct volcano in the Andes range. Also, it's the highest point along the ecuatorial line. Besides, it's the only spot of snow and ice located on the equator.

The peak is located 70 km northeast of Quito, in the Cayambe-Coca National Park. This park was created in 1970. It ensures that the special flora and fauna of the volcano is preserved.

Also, the most beautiful and largest glaciers in Ecuador are located here. There are many crevasses and massive ice formations near the peak. So, it's a perfect spot to practice glacier climbing techniques. However, the normal route to the summit does not require technical skills.

Nevertheless, the climb is challenging, so you should be in good physical condition. Additionaly, it requires a high level of route finding skills. So, I will be there to guide you along the way!

Cayambe is one of the more exciting ascents in Ecuador. So you shouldn't miss this opportunity! Please contact me if you have any questions. I also offer an amazing 15-day climbing trip to Ecuadorian volcanoes. Check it out!

Price includes

Guiding fee

Itinerary

Day 1: Quito -Berge/Ruales/Oleas Refuge

We’ll drive for two hours up to Berge, Ruales, Oleas Refuge (4,650 m), in the Cayambe-Coca National Park. We’ll have a box lunch while we get used to the altitude. Then, we’ll revise climbing skills and safety. We’ll also check our equipment.

Day 2: Cayambe Summit - Quito

We’ll start our day early to make sure we have enough time to reach the summit by 7:00 am. We’ll start climbing up to the edge of the glacier until the standard route. In roughly 6 hours we will make the ascent, under good weather conditions. Once at the summit, we will enjoy amazing views. We’ll start then our 3 to 4 hour descent back to the hut. Then, we’ll drive back to Quito.

Details

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Meeting point

Quito

FAQs

What are some recommended accommodations near our adventure location?

We understand that finding the perfect place to stay is an essential part of your adventure experience. To help you with this, we’ve curated a list of three highly recommended hotels that offer comfort, convenience, and a touch of local charm. These accommodations are well-suited for adventurers looking to relax and rejuvenate after an exciting day of exploration

El Crater Mindo Ecuador

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Mindo Lago Mindo Ecuador

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About the guide

E-S Latam Adventure Guides

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Mountain Guide

Tomás and his team of IFMGA/UIMLA-certified mountain guides, leaders and rock climbing instructors (Alvaro, Juliana, Merlin, Rodrigo, Armin, Alfredo, and Camila) are some of the top outdoor adventure professionals in Latin America.

Whether you wish to climb some of the most stunning mountains in the Andes or discover the vibrant peaks of Central America, among other amazing options, you will find yourself in good hands with this lively team of professional local guides that will not only show you the top spots in Latin America for outdoor adventures but also, bring you closer to the colorful local cultures of the places that you visit with them.

Tomás will be your main point of contact during the booking process and will help you with all the questions you have in order to make sure you receive the best possible guiding service.

Pick one of the E-S Latam Adventure Guides' programs and start planning an unforgettable experience in the beautiful mountains of Latin America!

Languages

French | English

Certificates

AAGM | IFMGA

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What people are saying about E-S Latam Adventure Guides

Christopher

We wish we could have Simon as our guide on every trek we do. His mountaineering experience and extensive knowledge of the area was impressive and definitely enhanced the trek for us. On top of this, we got along great with Simon and appreciate his easy going personality and sense of humor. We will definitely request Simon as our guide for the next hike we do from El Chalten!

Jim

Thoroughly recommended. Daniel is an excellent guide and we had a great day out.

Pranav

Chase

This was a fantastic mountaineering trip to Ecuador. The altitude was a bit of a challenge, but Ramiro did a great job with the acclimatization schedule leading up to the taller mountains. Overall, this was a challenging experience given the altitude of the climbs as well as the back-to-back climbing of four mountains. I would highly recommend this excursion for anyone who wants to experience a fantastic country/culture as well as someone who wants to gain some nice experience mountaineering!

Kally

Fredy Tipan is like a superhero of the outdoor world. He knows absolutely everyone, has climbed and guided in the most epic of locations all around the world, knows the mountains like old friends, and really loves what he does and who he does it for. Our trip was completely messed up after an issue with our airline tickets. We weren't going to be able to leave until a week after our planned departure which jeopardized our entire trek with Fredy. We didn't expect him to take any sort of responsibility in replanning as it was our mistake that caused the airline issue but he absolutely did. Within days he rearranged the entire trek so that we would be able to summit all our desired peaks without cutting the days down and without changing the cost. He is a class act and an incredible guide and I'd say my husband and I both consider him a friend as well. We will definitely be booking another trip with Fredy Tipan and recommend him to anyone looking for the real deal in outdoor Guides. Thank you, Fredy!