Happy Gringo Travel: Andean Summits STD 2026

Introduction

ECUADOR CLIMBERS PARADISE

This is a special acclimatization package, ultimately leading to the spectacular 5897m peak of Cotopaxi Volcano!

  • Wonderful views over the city of Quito from Rucu Pichincha Volcano (4680m)
  • Trekking through the diverse cloud forest habitat of Pasachoa Reserve (4200m)
  • Acclimatization climb to North Illinizas peak (5139m)
  • Trek into the stunning Quilotoa crater to lake-side (3854m)
  • Finish the trip with an unforgettable climb of Cotopaxi Volcano (5897m)

Short itinerary:

  • DAY 1 Quito cable car + Rucu Pichincha hike.
  • DAY 2 Pasochoa Reserve hike.
  • DAY 3 North Ilinizas Volcano trek.
  • DAY 4 Free Day.
  • DAY 5 Quilotoa Crater Lake trek.
  • DAY 6 Cotopaxi Volcano climb (approach day).
  • DAY 7 Early Cotopaxi summit attempt + transfer back to Quito

Key

B&B: Bed and Breakfast

RO: Room Only

Fast Facts

Travellers

Fast Facts

7 Days / 6 Nights

Travellers

Quito: Hotel San Francisco de Quito

Avenue of the Volcanoes: Hacienda La Cienega Restaurant

Cotopaxi National Park: Refugio José Rivas

Quito: Hotel San Francisco de Quito

Avenue of the Volcanoes: Hacienda La Cienega Restaurant

Cotopaxi National Park: Refugio José Rivas

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