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Created: Fredy Tipan
Last update: 02 Sep 2018
Carihuairazo Ascent
| Activity type: | Mountaineering |
| Activity level: | Moderate |
| Availability: |
12 Aug 2018 - 30 Dec 2018 |
| Duration: | 1-99 Day(s) / Daily Rate |
| Price: | from $400 |
Full description
Carihuairazo is located in the Cordillera Occidental of the Andes of central Ecuador, 150 km (93 mi) south-southwest of the capital Quito. Its neighboured by 6,310 m high Chimborazo. The nearest cities are Riobamba (~30 km to the southeast), Ambato (~30 km to the northeast) and Guaranda (~30 km to the southwest). Carihuairazo's 1.5 km wide heavy eroded caldera opens to the east.
Carihuairazo is a good mountain for acclimatisation process, the ascent takes 2 days.
Price includes
- Guiding fee
Guide
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I am guiding and climbing all over the world for more than 20 years. My passion for the mountains made me help people to achieve their goals and face the most demanding challenges. As an IFMGA-UIAGM certified mountain guide. I guide and lead groups all over the world.
Location
Ecuador, Tungurahua, Ambato Canton
Day 1
Drive from Quito or Riobamba to the foot of Carihuairazo. Acclimatization walk and night at refuge at 4200 m.
Day 2
Early in the morning we leave the refuge and walk for two hours until we get to the glacier. From there, we have 3 more hours to the summit. The scenery is impressive!
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Last update: Fredy Tipan
(31 Dec 2018)