Our adventure begins in the city of Quito at 6am; it’s an hour long drive to the parking lot called “La Virgen” (3900m) where we will start our ascent. It will take us about 4 to 6 hours to climb to the summit and we will have to pass some difficult sections on the way. After taking pictures of the breathtaking landscapes we will head back down to the parking lot where our private transportation will be waiting. Return to Quito.
Travel program
Itinerary:
Day 1: Quito (9,186ft/2800m) –Illiniza Norte Summit (16,818ft/5126m) – Quito
Detailed Program
Day 1:Quito – Illiniza Norte Summit (16,818ft/5126m)
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”. We will continue driving up until we get to “La Virgen parking lot” (12,795ft/3900m). Once there, we will start a 3-hour hike up to the “Nuevos Horizontes Hut” (15,580ft/4750m). After relaxing for 15 minutes, 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 scrambling. Once at the summit, we will enjoy and admire the beautiful surroundings, then return to the La Virgen parking lot and drive back to Quito. (BL)
Included meals: BL= Box Lunch
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)
Meals on the mountain as mentioned above (B: Breakfast; BL: Box Lunch; D: Dinner)
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
Necessary Equipment:
Warm clothing
Gloves and wool hat
Scarf
Sunglasses
Waterproof jacket
Suncream
Camera
Small backpack
Energy drinks and snacks
Hiking boots
Extra water
Rain pants
Prices & Dates
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 travellers. 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
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