Name: Rucu Pichincha Climb (4.696 m / 15,407 ft)
Location: Quito, Ecuador

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Duration: 1 day

Group size: 1 - 10

Rucu Pichincha Climb (4.696 m / 15,407 ft)

Quito, Ecuador

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andean summit adventure

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42 reviews

Duration: 1 day

Group size: 1 - 10

Climbing the rocky summit of Rucu Pichincha (4.696 m / 15,407 ft) is a wonderful tour out of Quito for getting first high-altitude experience or as preparation for the higher summits. This beautiful summit is overlooking Quito and already the ride up with the TeleferiQo to the trail head (Quito's cable car) is an exciting activity. The hike to the summit is in general straight forward, there is a small scrambling section towards the summit at the very top. Definitely a trip of a lifetime - join us!

Technically the climb is not very difficult, nevertheless good fitness is required and some previous experience highly recommended.

Another very important point is proper acclimatization. To really enjoy the climb, we recommend at least having stayed a day in the city before climbing it.

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.

- see program / itinerary

- certified bi-lingual guide (ASEGUIM / IVBV - UIAGM - IFMGA), max. 1 guide per 6 climbers

- transportation in private vehicle from / to Quito

- cable car (TeleferiQo) up and down

- meals as specified (lunch box)

- group equipment: ropes and other guiding gear

- catering (see program)

- personal technical equipment (helmet etc.)

- boots and other private equipment - 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

- 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

With the 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.

private tour - 1 climber

You are an individual climber and want to book a private tour / guide.

$310

price per person in group of 2

You are booking as a group of 2 people.

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.

$170

price per person in group of 3 or more

You are booking as a group of 3 or more people.

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.

$120

rental equipment - helmet

rental equipment - set of trekking poles

$10

Rucu Pichincha climb
Rucu Pichincha climb
exploring rocky peaks in Ecuador
APPROXIMATE TIMES (subject to change according to opening hours etc.):

Start at approx. 8 am, drive to the parking area at Quito's cable car (TeleferiQo), ride up to Cruz Loma (4000 m / 13120 ft) and at approx. 9 am start of the hike up to the summit of RUCU PICHINCHA (4.696 m / 15,407 ft).
During the hike we enjoy wonderful views of the avenue of the volcanos with its snow caped summits and also the impressive city of Quito. The hike to the summit takes about 3 hours and the descend 2 hours. Afterwards we head back to our accommodation.

tech. data: ↑ ↓ 770 m / 2520 ft | ↔ 10,3 km / 6.4 mi

catering: - / LB / -
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Rucu Pichincha climb

exploring rocky peaks in Ecuador

APPROXIMATE TIMES (subject to change according to opening hours etc.):

Start at approx. 8 am, drive to the parking area at Quito's cable car (TeleferiQo), ride up to Cruz Loma (4000 m / 13120 ft) and at approx. 9 am start of the hike up to the summit of RUCU PICHINCHA (4.696 m / 15,407 ft).
During the hike we enjoy wonderful views of the avenue of the volcanos with its snow caped summits and also the impressive city of Quito. The hike to the summit takes about 3 hours and the descend 2 hours. Afterwards we head back to our accommodation.

tech. data: ↑ ↓ 770 m / 2520 ft | ↔ 10,3 km / 6.4 mi

catering: - / LB / -

andean summit adventure

42 reviews

welcome to andean summit adventure, specialists when it comes to mountaineering in Ecuador and beyond. our certified guides and international team are your best choice for making your trip a lifetime experience! let's go for some climbs - cheers! our mountaineering experts are happy to assist with personalized attention to work out awesome climbing plans for you and your family and friends or answer any questions you might have regarding our programs - reach out, we speak English, German and Spanish: [email protected]

I had a good time ! Wonderfull memories. Thank you

By Lauriane F for rental equipment on Jan 06, 2025

It was an amazing trip. Mariscal & Christian were both incredibly knowledgable and helpful the whole way up. They gave us input on climbing and the best methods but did not force anything on us. When we decided to turn around a thousand feet before the summit, neither Mariscal nor Christian made negative comments but were understanding and guided us right down. I really enjoyed the trip and appreciate both of our guides. It was a great experience and I would recommend Mariscal and Christian to anyone.

By Ryan S for Climb Cotopaxi Volcano (5.897 m / 19,347 ft) in 2 days on Dec 24, 2024

We had a delightful time: excellent support throughout, down-to-earth + good-hearted people and new friends, less traveled destinations, and fantastic cuisine. Andean Summit Adventures is highly recommended to book your Andean adventures with. Shoutout to Liz, Jaime, Sebastian, Juan Diego + the rest of the team. See you all again soon. THANK YOU.

By JT M for Otavalo, Peguche & Cotacachi on Oct 30, 2024

We would like to take a moment and give our Gratitude to Andean Summit Adventure. If there was a place to write 10 stars I would. It’s taken a week to write this review because I wanted to find the best words that I could to write a 5 star review. Paulina and I had been in touch with Elisabeth for over a year prior to our trip. She was very attentive and knowledgeable. She answered the million question we had for her as well. Elisabeth put us both at ease that we had chosen the best guiding service to take us to the summit of Chimborazo. At Andean Summit Adventure, they make you feel not like clients but family and people that you can call friends. We did the 8 day trip, this included climbing Ruco Pacincha 4,696m, Iliniza Norte 5,127m, Cotopaxi 5,897m and last but not least Chimborazo 6,270m. With Andean Summit Adventure safety and the well being of the people comes first before anything. This was an incredible touch that really made us feel that they cared and had our best interests in mind. After planning and training to climb Chimborazo for two years Andean Summit Adventure made this happen. With Elisabeth’s knowledge of all the mountains and great organizations she matched us up with Jaime our Guide. He is a top grade guide with lots of experience to help you succeed. I would not hesitate for a second to use them again to climb in Ecuador or other countries for that matter. Much regards, Project Chimborazo: The Climb to Inspire Kevin Mallia

By Kevin M for Climb Cayambe + Chimborazo Volcano with acclimatization in 8 days on Oct 08, 2024

Thanks so much to the guides who took so good care of us and brought most of us safe to the summit and back again! It was a tough hike and an amazing experience!