Combine Cotopaxi (approximately 5,897 m) and Chimborazo (6,263 m), Ecuador’s highest summit, in a challenging two-volcano program. This sample sequence includes recovery between climbs; the guide confirms the number of acclimatization days and each summit attempt.
✅ Itinerary:
Stage 1 — Cotopaxi: Drive to the North Park entrance → Hike to José Rivas Refuge (4,864 m) → Glacier skills briefing, dinner and rest → Night summit attempt toward sunrise → Descend to the refuge.
Recovery and acclimatization: Rest and acclimatize between volcanoes for the period assessed by the guide; adjust the schedule to the team’s condition.
Final stage — Chimborazo: Drive to Hermanos Carrel Refuge (about 4,800 m) or the selected high camp (about 5,500 m) → Briefing, dinner and rest → Night glacier summit attempt → Descend to the refuge or camp and return transport, subject to conditions.
✅ What’s Included:
- ASEGUIM/UIAGM-certified mountain guide (2 climbers per guide)
- Technical climbing equipment for both routes
- Refuge/high-camp overnight(s), dinner and breakfast as confirmed for the itinerary
- 4×4 transport for the agreed access points
✅ Not Included:
- Tips and personal expenses
- Mountain meals beyond the stated dinner and breakfast
✅ Requirements:
- Previous glacier-climbing experience
- Excellent physical condition and progressive acclimatization
- Mandatory rescue insurance; guide approval is required for both summit attempts
Expedition Price Options (USD)
- Request current program pricing and availability
DEPARTURES:
Program length and departure dates are tailored to the climbers and confirmed by the guide team.
MEETING POINTS
Quito pickup or another agreed meeting point; the sequence and transport are confirmed before booking.
Gear List
Review the Gear List and confirm which technical equipment is provided for your climb.