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Created: Edgar Parra
Last update: 25 Nov 2017
Glacier school on the equator + 3 peaks in 5 days
| Activity type: | Mountaineering |
| Activity level: | Moderate/ Challenging |
| Availability: |
25 Nov 2019 - 10 Nov 2020 |
| Duration: | 7 Day(s) / Tour with flexible start dates |
| Price: | from $1015 |
Full description
The third highest peak in Ecuador, Cayambe (5,790m) is a breathtaking volcano.
Because Cayambe is not as famous as the highest peak in the country, Chimborazo (6,268m) or the second highest peak, Cotopaxi (5,897m), it doesn’t attract as much traffic. Hence making the ascent a much less crowded, more peaceful adventure, but one that is still well worth enjoying.
Price includes
- Superior service
- A registered and fully licensed Tour Operator
- Technical mountain equipment (crampons, ice axe, harness, helmet)
- Land transportation and transfers
- Professional IFMGA or ASEGUIM Mountain Guide (ratio 2 climbers -1 Guide)
- Accommodations in Machachi at a Charmy Hacienda (double room), Oleas Ruales and Whyper Refuges
- All meals during hikes and climbs (shown above with B: Breakfast, BL: Box lunch and D: Dinner)
- National parks fees and permit registrations
Not included in price
- Personal mountain gear (warm clothes, sleeping bag, sunglasses, head lamp, etc.)
- International flight tickets
- Single supplement
- Meals and drinks in hotels (lunch, dinner)
- Insurance of any kind
- Tips
- Other non-specified expenses
Guide
Verified Profile
- Email address
- Phone number
Edgar has a great experience of more than 17 years of mountain climbing in Ecuador, and around the world, like Colombian, Bolivian, Peruvian and Argentinean Andes; in the Italian, Swiss, German and Austrian Alps, in northern Himalayas the KhanTengri peak, and recently successfully Mount McKinley in Alaska, such experience allowed him to lead challenge routes and expeditions with much success.
He is passionate traveler, photographer, rock and ice climber and more.., He spends most of his free time and vacation “discovering” new mountains, new destinations, new cultures.
As a complement of his 6 years of University studies in Tourism, He has attended important courses, such as:
* Mountain Guide and updates courses by ASEGUIM (Ecuadorian Association of Mountain Guides), in April 2000, in April 2009, in September 2014.
* Mountain Guides Evaluation by ENSA (Ecole Nationale de Ski et d'Alpinisme) in October 2006. An event organized by the Ministry of Tourism of Ecuador and ENSA of France.
* Wilderness First Responder, updated in April 2016.
He is charismatic, friendly, smart and very patient. His desire of personal growth and professional excellence has led him to be part of " www.lonelysummits.com as “CEO”, Chief Executive Organizer, and one of the coo-owners. He speaks fluent Spanish, English, German, Italian, and some Russian.
Location
Ecuador, Pichincha
Day 1
Quito - Fuya Fuya Summit (13,986ft/4.263m) - Otavalo (8,528f
We will start early in the morning from Quito and drive north for about 2,5 hours until we reach the town of Otavalo. We then drive on a cobbled street for 20 more minutes until we arrive at Mojanda lake (12,139ft/3.700m) which is our starting point. We will follow a trail on the northeastern side of the mountain, which connects to the summit. Our hike takes us through low growing Andean vegetation for most of the way. The last part of the trail includes a few minutes of easy scrambling, just below the summit. Once on the top of Fuya Fuya (13,986ft/4.263m), we will enjoy the wonderful views, take some pictures, have our lunch and head back down to the car. Drive back to Otavalo by late afternoon (B/BL/-)
Day 2
Imbabura Summit (15,120ft/4.610m) - Otavalo
We’ll leave from Otavalo (8,528ft/2.600m) early in the morning, and drive north to Ibarra, from where we turn east towards La Esperanto. From here we drive for about 2 more hours through the Andean highlands before we reach the trailhead (10,496ft/3.200m). The hike starts off through amazing Andean highland grass. As we gain elevation we’ll be able to see the surrounding, snow-capped mountains, such as Antisana, Cayambe, and even Cotopaxi far away to the south on clear days. Once nearing the summit, will be hiking along a ridge of volcanic caldera which will take us to the top of the mountain (15,120ft/4.610m) soon after. It’ll take us about 7-8 hours round trip. Return to Otavalo by late afternoon. (B/BL/-)
Day 3
Otavalo – Oleas Ruales Refuge (15,088ft/4600m.)
After a late breakfast, we will drive to Ruales Oleas Cayambe Refuge for about 3 hours; we will get lunch here, and go up to the near glacier, where you will learn a few basics techniques and we will give you an introduction about the use of the climbing gear, roping up, cramponing, ice axe-handling, etc. We will return to the Refuge by late afternoon for dinner and rest. (B/BL/D)
Day 4
Glacier school (17,056ft/5.200m) – Oleas Ruales Refuge
Today we will start early in the morning, and climb up in the direction of Picos Jarrin at 17,056ft/5.200m, where we will practice some moderate and some more advanced climbing techniques, including self-arrest, use of the ice axe on steep slopes, use of crampons with American and French technique step, front pointing techniques, use of the rope while crossing crevasses and how to set anchors like ice pickets, ice screws, etc. We will go back to the Refuge for an early dinner and rest until midnight. (B/BL/D)
Day 5
Cayambe Summit (18,996ft/5.790m) – Quito
We will wake up at midnight and depart to the top (18,996ft/5.790 m) around 1 am, after a light breakfast. The ascent takes about 6 to 7 hours. Once at the summit we will take our time for pictures of the surroundings, before we head back to the refuge in 2 to 3 hours.At the Refuge we will rest, pack our belongings and drive to Quito (B/BL/-)
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Last update: Edgar Parra
(11 Nov 2020)