OVERVIEW
Climbing Illiniza Norte (16,818ft/5126m) 2D/1N
The northern peak is rocky without permanent snow. It’s an easy climb with some sections of scramble, the last meters may be a bit difficult, due to loose rocks. It can be climbed within 2 days and as mentioned above is very suitable to get acclimatized for bigger climbs. During the trip we will spend a night at the refuge at a height of 4750m in order to start the climb at the break of dawn.
ITINERARY
# Day |
Place |
Elevation |
Day 1: |
Quito – Nuevos Horizontes |
4700m./ 15,419ft |
Day 2: |
Illiniza North Summit |
5126 m./16,818 ft |
Ilinizas Climbing
Day 1: Quito – Nuevos Horizontes Hut (15419.95ft/4700m)
We will leave from Quito (9,186ft/2800m) in the morning and drive through the Avenue of the Volcanoes until we get to the village of “El Chaupi” and then “La Virgen parking lot” (12,795ft/3900m). Once there, we will start a 3-hour hike up to the “Nuevos Horizontes Hut” (15419.95ft/4700m). We will relax for the rest of the afternoon. Dinner will be served by late afternoon.
(BL/D)
Day 2: Illiniza Norte Summit (16,818ft/5126m) – Quito
Our climbing day starts at 5 am. We will have a light breakfast, pack our climbing equipment and leave the refuge an hour later. We will continue hiking up towards the saddle formed between both peaks and then to Illiniza Norte summit (16,818ft/ 5126 m). The approach to the top involves an easy 3-hour scramble. Once at the summit, we will enjoy and admire the beautiful surroundings. The return to the refuge will be done in about 2 hours. At the hut we will have something to eat and drink, then we will pack our stuff and go down to the La Virgen parking lot to return to Quito
(B/BL)
Included meals: B=breakfast; L=lunch; D=dinner BL= Box Lunch
SERVICES
Services included in the prices:
- Superior service
- A registered and fully licensed Tour Operator
- Private transportation to the whole tour
- Professional ASEGUIM mountain guide (ratio 2 climbers -1 guide)
- Helmet and Harness
- Meals on the mountain as mentioned above (B: Breakfast; BL: Box Lunch; D: Dinner)
- Accommodation in Nuevos Horizontes Hut
- Illinizas entrance fee, and permit registration
Not included:
- Personal mountain gear (warm cloths, sleeping bags, sunglasses, head lamp, etc.
- Extra drinks in the Hut
- Tips
- Insurance of any kind
- Other non-specified expenses
What's Included
Services included in the prices:
- Superior service
- A registered and fully licensed Tour Operator
- Private transportation to the whole tour
- Professional ASEGUIM mountain guide (ratio 2 climbers -1 guide)
- Helmet and Harness
- Meals on the mountain as mentioned above (B: Breakfast; BL: Box Lunch; D: Dinner)
- Accommodation in Nuevos Horizontes Hut
- Illinizas entrance fee, and permit registration
Not included:
- Personal mountain gear (warm cloths, sleeping bags, sunglasses, head lamp, etc.
- Extra drinks in the Hut
- Tips
- Insurance of any kind
- 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
DATE
March 2022
March 2022
March 2022
March 2022
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
Dates & Prices: To be determined / Contact us! ✓
Places: 
*Available
Trip-code: Number ►Ec-1981
Duration: 2 days
Participants: Minimum: 2 Maximum: 12
Country / Location: Ecuador
Mountain Guide: Fernando Iza
Other dates / additional info: Contact us!
Legend Booking-information
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What to Bring?
