Introduction
The other name of Cayambe is ‘high cold place’ and the name truly justifies. Cayambe has a massive extinct volcano located about 30km north-east of Quito. It’s the third highest elevation in Ecuador and also granted the distinction of being the highest mountain in the world crossed by the equator.
Cayambe was one of Ecuador’s less explored major peaks, but, due to Cotopaxi activity, this mountain became the best climbing option to substitute Cotopaxi .
Day 1 – Cayambe village
Depart from Quito north east direction towards Cayambe village. On our way we have the possibility to stop at the small monument of the Equator line. Thereafter, we will drive uphill along a muddy road which proposes a challenge for the driver until we reach the refuge (4600 mt). There, we can enjoy gorgeous views of the nearby glaciers and the normal route.
Day 2 – Summit
Midnight wake up. After a light eating and drinking we will climb up to the edge of the glacier, and by following the standard route and after fording some easy crevasses we will reach the summit in about 6 hours. Downhill to hut, it will take us about 3 hours. Relaxing, packing and drive back to Quito.
If you are one of them and are aiming for the same service, then pick up your phones and dial +593-2-2-553-658 to reach http://sierranevada.ec quickly.
Cayambe was one of Ecuador’s less explored major peaks, but, due to Cotopaxi activity, this mountain became the best climbing option to substitute Cotopaxi .
Day 1 – Cayambe village
Depart from Quito north east direction towards Cayambe village. On our way we have the possibility to stop at the small monument of the Equator line. Thereafter, we will drive uphill along a muddy road which proposes a challenge for the driver until we reach the refuge (4600 mt). There, we can enjoy gorgeous views of the nearby glaciers and the normal route.
Day 2 – Summit
Midnight wake up. After a light eating and drinking we will climb up to the edge of the glacier, and by following the standard route and after fording some easy crevasses we will reach the summit in about 6 hours. Downhill to hut, it will take us about 3 hours. Relaxing, packing and drive back to Quito.
If you are one of them and are aiming for the same service, then pick up your phones and dial +593-2-2-553-658 to reach http://sierranevada.ec quickly.
Contact Info
Address:
Joaquin Pinto E4-150 Y Cordero,Quito, Ecuador, Quito, Ecuador
Cordero
Quito 170515
Ecuador
Cordero
Quito 170515
Ecuador
Tel:
+593-2-2-553-658
Website:
http://sierranevada.ec/en/cayambe-climbing
Offering
- Climbing Cayambe
- Cuyabeno National Park
- Climbing Cotopaxi
- Climbing Tours Chimborazo
- Condor Paxi Trek
- Trekking Tours Mojanda
Hours of operation
| From | To | From | To | From | To | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | Open | 9 am | 12pm | ||||
| Tuesday | Open | 9 am | 12pm | ||||
| Wednesday | Open | 9 am | 12pm | ||||
| Thursday | Open | 9 am | 12pm | ||||
| Friday | Open | 9 am | 12pm | ||||
| Saturday | Open | 9 am | 12pm | ||||
| Sunday | Open | 9 am | 12pm | ||||
