Climbing Cotopaxi + Acclimataization 6 Dayy
Experience the ultimate Ecuadorian mountain climbing journey with this 6-day tour, designed to take you through the breathtaking Avenue of the Volcanoes. Acclimatize with scenic hikes up Pasochoa, El Corazón, and Iliniza Norte before enjoying a day of relaxation at the stunning Quilotoa Lagoon. The adventure culminates with a two-day ascent of Cotopaxi, one of the world’s most beautiful and active volcanoes. Though not highly technical, the climb requires crampons, ice axes, and ropes. Departing at midnight from the refuge, you’ll reach the summit just in time to witness a spectacular sunrise over the Andes.
Overview Tour
Day 1. Hike Pasochoa Volcano
Day 2. Summit Corazón Volcano
Day 3. Summit Iliniza North
Day 4. Quilotoa Lagoon Rest Day
Day 5. Cotopaxi Refuge
Day 6. Cotopaxi Summi
Itinerary
Day 1 Hike Pasochoa Volcano
We will pick you up at 8:00 am. Then we will drive for two hours to get to Pasochoa parking lot. We will then hike through a large forest and when we are in the middle of it, the 4230-meter summit will appear. There is a steep slope on the ascent, but once there we will have beautiful views. We will drive to El Chaupi village. Overnight at Ilinizas Mountain Lodge.
- Altitude: 4,200 meters (13.779 feet)
- Meals: Box Luch,Dinner
- Accommodation: Ilinizas Mountain Lodge https://www.ilinizas-mountain-lodge.com/
- Distance: 11 km (round Trip)
- Duration : 5 to 9 hours (including summit time)
Day 2
From El Chaupi village, we will start early in the morning after breakfast at 7:00 am. We will drive 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 Corazón summit. The hike is about 4-6 hours long. Return to the Lodge.
- Altitude: 4788 meters (15,78 feet)
- Meals: Breakfast, Box Luch, Dinner
- Accommodation: Ilinizas Mountain Lodge https://www.ilinizas-mountain-lodge.com/
- Distance: 8 y 15 km (round Trip)
- Duration : 4 hours (including summit time)
Day 3
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Day 4
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Day 5
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Day 6
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What's Included
- Acclimatization Climbing Program
- Ecuadorian qualified and experienced local Mountain Guide (ASEGUIM/UIAGM) ratio 2 climbers -1 guide)
- A registered and fully licensed Tour Operator
- Technical mountain equipment (crampons, ice axe, harness, helmet)
- Land transportation and transfers
- Accommodations:
- 4 night at Ilinizas Mountain Lodge
- 1 night at Jose Rivas Refuge
- All meals during the hikes and climbs (shown above)
What's Not Included
- International flight tickets
- Meals and drinks in hotels (lunch, dinner)
- Insurance of any kin
- Tips
- Travel accident and health insurance
- Luggage insurance and trip cancellation
- Other non-specified expenses
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