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Private Chimborazo Hike from Quito: Closest Point to the Sun
Quito, Ecuador
$400
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Chimborazo Volcano, the majestic King of the Ecuadorian Andes, rises to an impressive 20,548 feet (6,263 meters) above sea level, offering breathtaking views and exhilarating adventures. This unforgettable journey invites you to immerse yourself in the stunning natural landscapes of Ecuador's highlands.
- 🏷️ Private Tour: Enjoy a personalized experience with private transportation, ensuring your comfort throughout the journey.
- 🌄 Begin your day early, departing from your hotel to embark on a scenic 3.5-hour drive to Chimborazo National Park.
- 🗺️ Arrive at the Casahuala Control Area at approximately 10:30 a.m., where you can explore the interpretation center and learn about the park's unique flora and fauna.
- 🏔️ Your adventure continues with a visit to the Hermanos Carrel Refuge, located at 15,892 feet (4,845 meters), a crucial stop for mountaineers and nature enthusiasts.
- 🌊 Hike to the stunning Cóndor Cocha Lagoon, situated at 16,732 feet (5,100 meters), where you can enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding high-Andean landscapes.
- 🌟 Experience the thrill of trekking through moderate trails that offer panoramic vistas of Chimborazo and its majestic surroundings.
- 🚐 Relax on your return journey to Quito, taking in the scenic beauty of the Andean valleys and highland villages.
- 👨🏫 Benefit from the expertise of a bilingual tour guide, who will enrich your adventure with insights into the region's culture and ecology.
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Private Tour
includes lunch
Pickup included
includes lunch
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
- Pick Up /Drop Off
- Entrance to Chimborazo Reserve
- Bilingual Tour Guide
- Private transportation
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- Alcoholic Beverages
- We start early in the morning. We leave from your Hotel/accommodation to start with the tour (pass by)
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Mount ChimborazoThe adventure begins! Our tour to Chimborazo from Quito takes approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes to observe the magical landscapes of the Ecuadorian Andes. The main entrance to Chimborazo National Park is located in the Casahuala Control Area. We will arrive at approximately 10:30 a.m. at the main entrance. Located at an altitude of 4,386 meters (14,389 feet), this access point is the most used by visitors and has an interpretation center where you can obtain information about the park's flora, fauna, and geology.
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After a 30-minute drive into the reserve, our tour will take us to the Hermanos Carrel Refuge, the first refuge in the Chimborazo Wildlife Production Reserve, located at an altitude of 4,850 meters above sea level. It's a key stop for mountaineers and tourists visiting the Chimborazo Volcano Tour, as our ascent begins here.
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Chimborazo Refuge HikeRefugio Hermanos Carrel is a mountain refuge perched at approximately 4,845 m (15,892 ft) on the slopes of Chimborazo Volcano, inside the Chimborazo Fauna Production Reserve, just above its upper parking area .
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Laguna Condor CochaCóndor Cocha Lagoon is a small glacial lake located at 5,100 meters (16,732 ft) above sea level on the slopes of Chimborazo Volcano, within the Chimborazo Fauna Production Reserve. Surrounded by stunning high-Andean landscapes, it offers breathtaking views and a rare opportunity to experience extreme altitude without technical climbing. Its name means “Condor Lagoon” in Kichwa, inspired by the occasional sightings of the majestic Andean condor. Though small, the lagoon is a symbolic destination for trekkers and nature lovers. The trail to Cóndor Cocha begins at the Hermanos Carrel Refuge (~4,845 m), continues to the Whymper Refuge (~5,000 m), and then extends about 500 meters further uphill to the lagoon. The hike is moderately challenging due to the altitude but offers unmatched panoramic views of the volcano and surrounding páramo.
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Chimborazo ProvinceAfter your high-altitude adventure, enjoy a comforting lunch at a local Ecuadorian restaurant near the Chimborazo Reserve. Meals are prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients and showcase the rich culinary traditions of the Andean highlands. ( No included)
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QuitoAfter enjoying a traditional Ecuadorian lunch near the Chimborazo Reserve, we begin our journey back to Quito. Sit back and relax as we drive through scenic Andean landscapes, passing through highland villages and valleys along the way. Arrival in Quito is expected in the evening, concluding an unforgettable day in the shadow of Ecuador’s highest peak.
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Private Chimborazo Hike from Quito: Closest Point to the Sun
Quito, Ecuador
$400
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!