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Cotopaxi Volcano Summit Attempt

“Cotopaxi - Ecuador's most popular active volcano”

Goal: Summit Cotopaxi after acclimatization in Ecuador 

Duration: 7 days

Fitness level: high

PRICE PER PERSON
1 pax USD 2.750,00
2 to 4 USD 1.985
,71

*These prices are for Cotopaxi

only,  without extension.

As an introduction to mountaineering, this volcano is the best way to build your high altitude climbing skills, Cotopaxi volcano is one of the highest active volcanoe in the world and is the perfect challenge for those who have experience on 14ers or 4000ers, such as Mont Blanc, Kilimanjaro, Mt. Rainier, etc.. It requires minimal technical mountaineering experience, but great physical shape. We do the rest for you!

 

On this expedition to Cotopaxi, you will have the opportunity to focus on proper acclimatization and improve your mountaineering skills such as using crampons and ice axes. You will acclimatize in Paso Ochoa and Iliniza Norte before attempting the summit.

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Detailed Itinerary

Day
Activity
Description
What is included?
Day 1
Free day, Guide meeting and equipment check
Meet your guide and discuss equipment, techniques and expectations of the expedition.
N/A
Day 2
Acclimatization - Pasochoa - This is an extinct volcano, located 30 km south of Quito.
Elevation/Altitude: Highest: 4.220 m. / 13.845,14 ft. Lowest: 3.361 m. / 11.026,9 ft. Distance: 7 km / 4.4 miles Elevation gain: 935 m / 3067.59 ft Duration: 4 - 5 hours approx. Difficulty: Easy
- Professional - Guide - Transportation
Day 3
Acclimatization - Iliniza Norte Located 98 km south to Quito, on the eastern side. With amazing views of the Cotopaxi and Iliniza Sur.
Elevation/Altitude: Highest: 5248m / 17217.85 ft Lowest: 4000 m / 13.123 ft Distance: 11km / 6.83 millesElevation gain: 1000m / 3280 ft.Duration: 6 - 7 hours approx.
- Professional - Guide - Transportation
Day 4
Rest Day / Free Day
Day 5
Transfer to Cotopaxi - Refugio Jose Ribas
Mountain Hut in the Cotopaxi foothills.
- Accommodation - Meals -Transportation - Guide
Day 6
Summit Attempt on Cotopaxi and return to Quito
Elevation/Altitude: Highest: 5,897 m / 19,347 ft Lowest: 4830 m / 15,846 ft Distance: 5.21 km / 323 miles Elevation gain: 745 m / 2444.23 ft. Duration: 8 -10 hours approx.
- Accommodation - Meals -Transportation - Guide
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