OVERVIEW

Climb Cayambe Summit (19,347 ft /5897 m.)

Climb Cayambe, is one of the highest volcanoes in Ecuador, which is why it attracts many mountain lovers and experienced climbers. Climbing Cayambe offers an exciting and unique experience, with breathtaking views and rich local history and culture. To do it safely and respectfully, it is important to have expert guides, high-quality equipment, and sustainable tourism practices. In short, climbing Cayambe is an incredible experience that combines excitement, natural beauty, and local culture.

ITINERARY

# Day	Place	Elevation
Day 1:	Hike Rumiñahui	19,492 ft./4722 m
Day 2:	Corazón Volc. Summit	4788 m./15,708 ft
Day 3:	Iliniza North Summit	5126 m./16,818 ft
Day 4:	Quilotoa Lake Rest Day	3914 m./12,841 ft
Day 5:	Cayambe Refuge	4700m./15,419ft
Day 6:	Cayambe Summit	5790 m./18,996ft

Cayambe program DAY BY DAY

Day 1: Hike Rumiñahui Volcano

Elevation: 4200 m./13,779 ft

We will start early to leave at 08:00 towards the Rumiñahui volcano, For approximately 1 hour we will travel to the entrance, which is located at the southern entrance of the Cotopaxi National Park (3200 m), they we will start to the hike towards to lake limpiopungo (3900n), the height of the central peak rumiñahui (4630), we will walk around 9 km, that is to say an approximate 6 hours. Then we will return to Chaupi.
Meals: (-/ Box Lunch/ Dinner)
Accommodation: Ilinizas Mountain lodge 👈visit us!!!

Day 2: Summit Corazón Volcano

Elevation: 4788 m./15,708 ft

From El Chaupi village. We will start early in the morning after breakfast 7:00 We will be driving up to the trailhead (13,120ft/4.000m), where we start our hike. The first part of the hike takes us up through the small Andean grass. Then we will get on the sandy and scramble section, which leads to Corazon summit. We will have lunch during the hike that is about 6-hour long. Return to the hostel.
Meals: (Breakfas/ Box Lunch/ Dinner)
Accommodation: Ilinizas Mountain lodge👈visit us!!!

Day 3: Summit Iliniza North

Elevation: 5126 m./16,818 ft

We start early in the morning after breakfast 7:30 We will be driving up to the “La Virgen parking lot” (12,795ft/3.900m). Once there, we will start a 3-hour hike up to the “Nuevos Horizontes Refuge” (15,580ft/4.750m). We will relax for couple of minutes and we took the opportunity to put our helmet and harness for continue hiking up towards the saddle formed between both peaks and then head up to Illiniza north summit; it will take us between 2 to 3 hours to get to the summit, the way back to the parking lot it will take us between 2 hours. Drive back to El Chaupi. Overnight at the Hostal or Lodge.
Meals: (Breakfas/ Box Lunch/ Dinner)
Accommodation: Ilinizas Mountain lodge 👈visit us!!!

Day 4: Quilotoa Lagoon Rest day

Elevation: 3914 m./12,841 ft

We’ll leave from El Chaupi in the morning and drive the Quilotoa Lagoon. During the tour we will stop at an Indian hut and visit the Tigua community to observe the leather crafts that they make here. The tour will about 4 hours, then we’ll arrive the viewpoint and admire the size of the crater and its lagoon. We will then descend along a varying road which will take us an hour until we arrive at the bottom of the lagoon. There we will take photos and rest, then after lunch we will be back in El Chaupi after 3 hours driving.
Meals: (Breakfas/ Box Lunch/ Dinner)
Accommodation: Ilinizas Mountain lodge 👈visit us!!!

Day 5: Cayambe Refuge

Elevation: 4864 m./15,958 ft

In the morning we left the town of El Chaupi towards Cayambe. This summit is a huge extinct glacial volcano. It is located about 70 km northeast of Quito and is the highest point on the earth's surface through which the Equator passes directly. Cayambe is the third highest mountain in Ecuador. It is characterized by good climbing opportunities and impressive glaciers. With easy access from the comfortable cabin Refugio Ruales Oleas Cayambe. We will arrive at the refuge after approximately 3.5 hours of driving and we will rest for a couple of hours in the refuge, until dinner time.
Meals: (Breakfas/ Lunch / Dinner)
Accommodation: Ilinizas Mountain lodge 👈visit us!!!

Day 6: Summit Cayambe

Elevation: 5897 m./19,347 ft

We will wake up at midnight, eat a light breakfast, put our gear on and start our climb around 01:00 in the morning; the ascent takes about 6 to 7 hours. The route to the summit follows a safe glacier terrain to the summit. A gaping bergschrund sometimes presents a challenge in route finding and an exciting extra obstacle. Once at the summit (18,996ft/5790 m) we will take our time for pictures of the surroundings and then we willhead back to the refuge in 2 to 3 hours. At the Refuge we will rest for a while, then pack our belongings and drive to "EL Chaupi"
Meals: (Breakfas/-/ -)
Accommodation:

SERVICES

Services included in the tour cost:

Ecuadorian qualified and experienced local Mountain Guide (ASEGUIM/UIAGM) ratio 2 climbers -1 guide)
Registration in the System SIB (System Information of Biodiversity)
Technical mountain equipment (Mountaineering Boots, crampons, ice axe, harness, helmet)
Land transportation and transfers to National Parks
Accommodations in Andes Alpes café 4 nights
Accommodations in Cotopaxi Refuge
All meals during the hikes and climbs (shown above with B: Breakfast, BL: Box lunch and D: Dinner)

Not included:

Personal mountain gear (warm cloths, sleeping bags, sunglasses, head lamp, etc.)
International flight tickets
Hotel in Quito
Tips
Insurance of any kind Travel accident and health insurance
Luggage insurance and trip cancellation
Other non-specified expenses

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Recommendations:

What to Bring?

1.- Head torch
2.- Helmet (includes)
3.- Sun Glasses
4.- Buff/ Warm cap
5.- Backpack
6.- First layer
7.- Second layer
8.-Third layer (Waterproof Windbreaks, Waterproof pants)
9.- Mittens/Gloves
10.- Harness (Includes)
11.- Inside gloves
12.- Carabiners (Includes)
13.- Thermal pants
14.- Ice ax (includes)
15.- Dynamic Rope (includes)
16.- Thermal Lycra
17.- Gaiters (includes)
18.- Socks Mountain
19.- Crampons (Includes)
20.- Mountaineering boots (Includes)
21.- Sleeping Bag
22.- Battery Groups AAA
23.- Sunscreen
24.- Trekking Poles
25.- Thermo / Canteen fro Water
26.- Energy bars

PRICES & PAYMENT

On this trip, places are still available

Group of 2......... USD per person
Group of 3.........000 USD per person
Group of 4.........000 USD per person

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PAYMENT & CANCELLATION

Payment

In order to confirm the reservation of any tour service provided by Cotopaxi Travel Company Cia. Ltda. we require a pre-payment of 30% of the tour price. The remainder is to be carried out before climbing tour or travel starts. We will not send confirmations, vouchers or flight tickets until the full balance has been received, and we reserve the right to cancel your trip if full payment is not received prior to the start date.
PRICES, SURCHARGES AND CREDIT CARD CHARGES
All prices we advertise are accurate at the date published/advised, but we reserve the right to change any of those prices prior to booking. Before you make a booking we will give you the up-to-date price of your chosen programme including the cost of any peak-season supplements, upgrades or additional facilities which you have requested.
For all payments made by credit card, a 6% service fee will be added to the cost. The additional costs for every transfer made out to Cotopaxi Travel Company Cia. Ltda. Ecuadorian Taxes and bank transfer fees, will have to be paid by you, the client. We are obligated tu charge 12% IVA for every payment realized by Ecuadorian citizens.

Cancellation by You

Notice of cancellation by you must be given in writing. Should you cancel, the following scale of charges will apply:

- 30 days or more before the Departure Date = loss of deposit.
- 29 to 15 days from the start of the trip = 50% of total trip cost
- Less than 14 days before the Departure Date = loss of 100% of total trip cost,
unless agreed otherwise with cotopaxi travel due to unforeseen circumstances.

Cancellation by Cotopaxi Travel Company

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DATE

LOCATION

Country / Location: Ecuador

IMPORTANT DETAILS

In Ecuador you can Climb all year, but these are the seasons

High Season: June to August / December to January
Low season: February to May / September to November

Ecuador is a fantastic destination that offers plenty of options for travel lovers. In addition to the Andes, Galápagos and Amazon Jungle are also part of this amazing land.

Difficulty: Demanding
Places:

*Available
Trip-code: Number ►Ec +593
Duration: 2 days
Participants: Minimum: 2 Maximum: 12
Mountain Guide: Fernando Iza
Other dates / additional info: Contact us!

Legend Booking-information
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FAQ'S TIPS AND ADVICES

FAQ's

IS NECESSARY PREVIOUS GLACIER EXPERIENCE?

Having previous glacier experience is not required. We do recommend that you have joined one of our best acclimatization and ascent programs containing instructions and skills that we teach you as previous mountaineering training helps you enjoy the overall experience. Is also important that you try out your mountaineering gear prior to joining this adventure if you don’t have we have for you in our rental equipment shop.
WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO CLIMB CAYAMBE?
A). In Ecuador you can Climb all year, but these are the seasons - High Season: June to August / December to January - Low season: February to May / September to November
B). Likewise, weather forecasts are very unpredictable. Therefore, we recommend being prepared for all types of weather.
DO I REALLY NEED RESCUE INSURANCE?
We strongly urge you to purchase travel and accident insurance. We recommend Global Rescue for both types of insurance.
IS COTOPAXI A DANGEROUS MOUNTAIN?
A). Cotopaxi is a relatively safe climb on the routes we climb. The biggest challenges are the high altitude and people not coming physically prepared. Some groups try to ascend too quickly and do not take the time to acclimatize. We do not have this issue because our itinerary has been carefully planned over years of experience working in low oxygen environments.
ACCLIMATIZATION IS IMPORTANT AND HOW DO I PREPARE FOR HIGH ALTITUDE?
A). Acclimatization is the most important and should be taken seriously. Even if you are fit and practice any physical activity, it is important to follow the process for a successful climb.
B). Firstly, there is some very specific training you should be doing. Learn more. Let’s be clear, always pick the itinerary with more acclimatization built in. After that, you need to focus on mapping out a training plan that focuses on strength and endurance. We will pace the trip at lower heart rates so we can perform for longer periods of time. You still need to be comfortable hiking for 6+ hours. We know that building up the weight you carry in your backpack for hours at sea level builds endurance, strength and cardio which stress tests your body for high altitude. We can help you learn more about how to prepare for your high-altitude adventure.
WHAT KIND OF GEAR, CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT DO I NEED TO BRING?
A). We will provide you with a full detailed itemized kit list so that you.
SAFE TO BRING AND LEAVE OUR BAGS IN THE BASE CAMP?
A). Yes, you can leave a bag of items not needed in our base camp. You can also leave valuable items in the safe.
WHAT ROUTE DO WE CLIMB ON?
A). Depending on the glacial conditions we will follow the safest route to the top. We also leave from the refuge at 15,419ft/4700m. ft for all our summit attempts
. DO YOU HAVE TRAINING ADVICE?
A). If you sign up to one of our trips, we can give ongoing advice. We also have training courses in Cotopaxi that you can sign up to.
CAN I PAY WITH CREDIT CARD?
A). Yes, you can do it
TIPS
Develop a personalized training plan. Mountaineering requires multiple types of training, each focusing on a different need:
Cardio workouts to improve the overall fitness level of your heart and lungs.
Interval sessions to boost your ability to process more oxygen with each breath.
Strength and endurance exercises so you can haul a heavy load and sustain physical output for many hours.
Balance and flexibility training because you need both for mountaineering.
Hiking days to extend your training into real-world situations.