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Ecuador may be small, but it offers extraordinary challenges to
climbers and hikers of all abilities. Ecuador has one of the world's
greatest concentration of volcanoes. There are over thirty, of
which at least eight are considered to be active. The high Andean
peaks of Ecuador are located primarily along the Avenue of the
Volcanoes, a fertile central valley, which is buttressed by two
ranges, the Eastern and Western Cordilleras.
For your first few
days in Ecuador, we recommend to acclimatize to the altitude by
climbing some of the smaller mountains (4500 m /15,000 feet or less),
such as Iliniza Norte, Imbabura or Pichincha. These lower peaks
are non-glaciated, easily accessible within a day travel from
Quito, and offer either hut facilities or nearby hostels that
can be used as a climbing base.
Once your body has adjusted to the altitude, you are ready to
try one of Ecuador's five classic glaciated peaks: Chimborazo,
Cotopaxi, Cayambe, Antisana or Tungurahua. Experienced mountaineers
can attempt the more remote and/or more difficult peaks of Sangay,
El Altar and Iliniza Sur or the more challenging routes on the
other mountains.
Lake & Mountain offers everything! Whatever you are looking
for: high altitude acclimatization tours, easy climb tours or
more challenging climbs are available with us! Our guides are
experienced and licensed by ASEGUIM (Ecuadorian Association of
Mountain Climbing Guides).
 Chimborazo
6310m
Chimborazo is the highest mountain and due to its close proximity
to the Equator Line, it is also the furthest point from the centre
of the Earth. Climbing Chimborazo will be a challenge even for
the most experienced climbers. Proper acclimatization, technical
climbing experience, an excellent physical condition are required
to cover the 1300-meter altitude difference between the Whymper
Refuge and the summit, a 9 to 12 hour trek over never-ending glaciers.
Be one of the few who have left their footprints on the most distant
point from the earth's centre!
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 Cotopaxi
5987m
This snow capped active volcano has
almost a perfect cone shape and reaching its top is a must for
every mountain climber. Technically, the Cotopaxi is not a difficult
mountain, but a good physical condition is a basic requirement.
From the peak you will be marveled by the wide Andean landscapes
and with a clear view you can even see all the snow-capped mountains
of Ecuador. The crater has a diameter of 800m, from which a sulphur
steam is still flowing. Cotopaxi is such a natural beauty you
will not want to miss!
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 Cayambe
5790m
This is the only volcano in the world
whose summit is crossed by the Equator Line. It is the third highest
peak in Ecuador and it is quite famous for having the largest
and the most beautiful glaciers in Ecuador. At 5500 m, it offers
skiing opportunities for adrenaline adventurers. Due to its technical
difficulty, it is less visited despite its close proximity to
Quito. Reaching its summit will be an experience with memories
for a lifetime.
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 Antisana
5704m
This volcano is ideal for every mountain climber demanding a technically
difficult tour. To reach any of Antisana's four peaks, climbers
must make a 2-day trip across lava, mudflows and up, through cloud
forest and great stretches of paramo. Once on the peak, one has
a technical, glaciated climb ahead. Only few intrepid souls can
claim Antisana's summit, but for those who do it, the panoramic
views will be breathtaking. Antisana is for sure a well worth
effort!
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