Climbing the Chimborazo Volcano
The impressive Chimborazo Volcano in Ecuador is often called “The Sultan of the Andes”. Climbing towards the summit doesn’t only provide amazing sceneries, it also gives you the chance to reach the highest point on earth!
CHIMBORAZO VOLCANO (6263 m./20548 ft. high)
The summit of Chimborazo is not only the highest of Ecuador but also, due to the earth’s equatorial bulge, the farthest point on the earth’s surface from the center of the earth. This massive mountain was formed by he remains of two ancient volcanoes and has five summits. On our climbing tour you can reach the Veintimilla summit (6227 m. / 20.429 ft. ) and the maximum Whymper summit (6263 m. / 20548 ft.). This climb is not apt for beginners; the route to the Whymper summit has some rocky and icy sections, which do require previous mountaineering experience. You also need a very good acclimatization plus an excellent physical condition. Tips about altitude sickness.
CHIMBORAZO VOLCANO (6263 m./20548 ft. high)
Day 1: Riobamba - Chimborazo refuge (5000 m)
Departure from Riobamba at 10:00 am and drive for 1 hour to the Chimborazo Reserve. We continue by car to the Carrel refuge, at 4800 m. / 15.749 ft. In the afternoon the guide will give a safety briefing. Rest in the refuge to improve the acclimatization. After dinner we will get a couple of hours sleep. Get up at 22.30 p.m. to prepare for the climb.
Day 2: Chimborazo refuge - Chimborazo summit - Riobamba
Arrival in Riobamba around noon.
Difficulty: Difficult, previous climbing experience required
Departure: any day
Inclusive in this climbing tour:
- mountain guide (1 guide climbs with a maximum of 2 people)
- private transportation from / to Riobamba
- accommodation in refuge
- meals and coffee, tea, coca tea, purified drinking water
- climbing equipment
- entrance permit Chimborazo Reserve
Exclusive:
- Everything not mentioned in the list above
- (soft) drinks
- Personal spendings
- Tips
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