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About this trip
In the Northern part of Ecuador, approximately two and a half hours from Quito, is the city of Ibarra and just above it the local community of San Clemente, our starting point for the tour to Imbabura summit. The slopes of Imbabura are steep and lead first through andean grasslands with views of Cayambe volcano and the caldera of Imbabura. About halfway up the terrains gets rocky and a bit more challenging. From the first summit to the main summit, we have an extended part along the crater rim with some exciting rock scrambing parts. Imbabura is good for an adrenaline push during your acclimatization process.
The hike to the Imbabura summit takes between 4 and 6 hours and onother 2 - 3 hours to get back, it's a challenging way to get your acclimatization on the next level for the higher peaks in Ecuador.
Any questions? Reach out to our climbing experts on [email protected] or +593968959533 (WhatsApp or call).
For Rescue and Travel Insurance we recommend: Global Rescue.
Included Services:
- see program / itinerary
- certified bi-lingual guide (ASEGUIM / IFMGA mountain guide)
- transportation in private vehicle from / to Quito
- meals as specified (lunchbox)
- group equipment: ropes and other guiding gear
Not included Services:
- personal technical equipment (harness, helmet, carabiners) - check our equipment list
- insurances (please make sure that you have an insurance covering risks of mountain climbing, we recommend Global Rescue)
- cost for program changes
- tips & any other expenses not explicitly mentioned
Cancellation Conditions:
- 60 or more days prior to departure: the total amount paid will be refunded, minus handling & administrative charges (if any)
- 59 - 30 days prior to departure: 50% of the total amount paid will be forfeited
- 29 and less days prior to departure: the total amount paid will be forfeited
General Terms and Conditions:
With full payment or partial payment of the tour the climber accepts the latest version of andean summit adventure's terms and conditions, which can be downloaded HERE.
Available Packages
You are an individual hiker and want to book a private tour / guide.
You are booking as a group of 2 persons.
Please note that in case you select this option as an individual climber, your booking might be subject to cancellation, as we do not offer open groups.
Please note that in case you select this option as an individual climber or group of 2, your booking might be subject to cancellation, as we do not offer open groups.
Itinerary
DAY 1
Pick up in your accommodation in Quito at approx. 06.00 am, drive towards the North of Ecuador (approx. 2,5 hrs). Our target is the local community of San Clemente where we leave our car. Afterwards we start our hike up to the summit of Imbabura - possibly we do both summits, all depending on time, conditions and how you are feeling! On the way up we enjoy breathtaking views of Cayambe volcano, the caldera of Imbabura and extensive andean grasslands. After completing the hike (approx. 4 - 6 hours hours up and 2 - 3 down), we start our journey back to Quito. We recommend doing this hike as a part of a loop in the North, as the approach by car is long, and so is the hike itself. Further, a stay in San Clemente Community is definitely worthwhile.
tech. data: ↑↓ 1095 m / 3590 ft | ↔ 9,4 km / 5.8 mi
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