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About this trip
Cotopaxi attracts climbers from all over the world challenging them to conquer its legendary peak.
Our 2-day guided expedition will take you through brittle glaciers and breathtaking Andean views.
Whether you are a seasoned mountaineer or an ambitious novice, this ascent promises
an unforgettable high-altitude adventure. Be prepared to test your limits and be rewarded with panoramic views from one of the Ecuador's crown jewels.
What’s included
- Guide ASEGIMProfesional Mountain Climbing Guide
- Climbing equipmentIce axe, helmet, climbing harness, rope, 12-point crampons, belay device, alpine boots (short gaiters included). belay device, alpine boots (short gaiters included).
- AccommodationTambopaxi Lodge 1 night Shared room
- Transportation
- MealsDuring the excursion
What’s not included
- INSURANCEAccident insurance, including rescue by helicopter
- Mountain Clothing*Thermal Inner Pants *Fleece Jacket *Hiking Socks *Trekking pants *Down Jacket *Warm gloves *Waterproof pants *Waterproof jacket, not a poncho *Winter overcoat *Trekking bandana *Hat
- Mountain Clothing*Headlamp *Cat.4 sunglasses *Sleeping bag *Backpack 35l -45l *Trekking poles *Water bottle. *Everything can be rented in the Iliniza Basecamp
- SnacksDuring the ascent
- Extra nights
- GratuitiesTips for the guide, porter and climbing equipment
- PortersProvided as needed to carry your belongings.
- Personal expensesSuch as shopping, snacks, bar bills, bottled water, laundry, phone calls and others are not included in the package.
- ExtrasAny item or service not explicitly mentioned in the inclusions is not covered by the package.
Available Packages
Available options
If you are not staying in any hotel in Quito and you want to be pick up from the airport, please add this option
Excellent option to acclimatize before the ascent to the Cotopaxi volcano.
DAY 1
08:00 Lodging at Iliniza Basecamp (3,312m / 10,866ft)
08:30 Saquigua: preparation of the trip and information about the itinerary.
09:00 Ascent to Saquigua (3,834m / 12,578ft) and descent - 3/4 hours
14:30 Lunch
19:00 Dinner
Itinerary
10:00 Transfer from the meeting point to Cotopaxi National Park.
12:00 Preparation of the trip, information about the itinerary and delivery of the climbing equipment.
13:00 Lunch
15:00 Overnight at Tambopaxi Lodge (3,800m / 12,467ft)
18:00 Dinner
22:00 Fast food
23:00 Ascent to Cotopaxi (5,897m / 19,347ft) and descent- 9/10 hours