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Chimborazo ascent
Chimborazo 3 Days / 2 Nights
Chimborazo ascent
Chimborazo 6310msnm – 20702ft
A program that combines the best from mountains, unique scenery, variety of ecosystems and a cozy rest. From the most attractive elevations of the central highlands you will be able to see Ecuador from 360 degrees. Recommended for guests that have experience in high altitude glaciers.
Itinerary 3 days / 2 nights
Day 1: Quito – Chimborazo Lodge
Our day starts early before heading out south to the city of Ambato, from this point we will take a gorgeous road around Chimborazo until we reach our Lodge located at 4000mts on the foothill of the mountain. With the characteristics of a perfect mountain lodge, Chimborazo Lodge will be an ideal place for our acclimatization while having a comfortable rest and home-like food. In the afternoon we can do a short walk in the surroundings to get used to the altitude.
Accommodation: Chimborazo Lodge Meals: box lunch, dinner
Day 2: Chimborazo Lodge – Chimborazo High Camp
Today after breakfast we drive up to the first hut of Chimborazo where we leave our car. From here we hike up with our personal belongings to the high camp located at 5300m (around 2 hours). We rest, have dinner and head out for the summit by midnight. A steep climb awaits us.
Accommodation: Chimborazo High Camp
Meals: Breakfast, box lunch, dinner
Day 3: Summit – Quito
Our adventure begins before midnight with breakfast before heading out for the closest point to the sun. Chimborazo’s summit will be waiting for us with dawn, to observe one of nature’s beauty, the Andean sunrise. Finally, we will descend to our camp, gather our personal belongings and hike down to find our vehicles, and the journey back to Quito.
Meals: Breakfast
FULL PACKAGES
Included:
- Professional Guide
Transportation
Dinner
Breakfast
Not included:
- Equipment Rental
Snacks and beverages
Entrance fees
Tips