Cayambe Volcano Summit Attempt
"The third highest mountain in Ecuador"
Goal: Summit Cayambe after acclimatization in Ecuador
Duration: 6 days
Fitness level: high
PRICE PER PERSON
1 pax USD 2.520,83
2 to 4 USD 1.780,95
*These prices are for Cayambe
only, without extension.
On this mountaineering expedition to Cayambe, you will have the opportunity to focus on proper acclimatization to reach the summit. The main goal of this expedition is to prepare your body and practice your skills in technical terrain in mountains like Rucu Pichincha and Paso Ochoa.
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The Cayambe volcano is the third highest mountain in Ecuador, with an altitude of 5.790 masl / 18996 ft.
To prepare for this extraordinary adventure, you should allow 6 to 10 days in your calendar, depending on your physical condition and the time available to climb this majestic peak. Your investment in this preparation will undoubtedly contribute to a more fulfilling and successful expedition to the summit of Cayambe
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Detailed Itinerary
Day | Activity | Description | What is included? |
|---|---|---|---|
Day 1 | Free Day and Guide Meeting for Equipment Check | Explore Quito at your leisure or take time to relax.
Meet with your guide to review equipment, ensuring you're well-prepared for the upcoming activities. | |
Day 2 | Acclimatization - Paso Ochoa | Elevation/Altitude: Highest: 4.220 m. / 13.845,14 ft. lowest: 3.361 m. / 11.026,9 ft.
Distance: 10 km (6.2 miles)
Ascent: 870 m. / 2.854.33 ft
Duration: 6 - 7 hours approx. | - Professional Guide
-Transportation |
Day 3 | Acclimatization - Rucu Pichincha | Elevation/Altitude: Highest: 4.696 m / 15.406 ft lowest: 4.100 m / 13451.44 ft.
Distance: 10 km (6.2 miles)
Ascent: 780 m - 2559 ft.
Duration: 8 hours approx. | - Professional Guide - Transportation |
Day 4 | Rest Day | ||
Day 5 | Transfer to Refugio Ruales Oleas Berge - Cayambe | Refugio Ruales Oleas Berge is located at the foothills of Cayambe, at 4700 masl/ 15419.95 ft. here you will have full accomadation (bed and meals). | - Accommodation
- Meals
- Transportation |
Day 6 | Summit Attempt on Cayambe and return to Quito | Elevation/Altitude: Highest: 5.790 meters / 18996 ft. lowest: 4700 m / 15419 ft.
Distance: 8 km (1.52 miles)
Duration: 8 - 10 hours approx. | - Accommodation
- Meals
- Transportation
- Professional Guide |