Ruco Pichincha Summit Hike

5.0 (7 reviews) Quito, Ecuador
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Duration6h - 8h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

A unique experience where you can delight of the landscape of an extint volcano, all close the city, this hike is not a competition to see how far you can walk in little time, you just need to relax and trust that you will reach to the top and visit a great place where the spirits live.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Helmet
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch

What to expect

  1. Rucu Pichincha
    8h · Admission ticket included
    We will start picking up all the participants from their location (in case that is farther from the city we will find a meeting point). After buying your tickets in Teleferico we'll go up to the High station and then hike to Rucu Pichincha summit. Depending on your physical condition we will stop in specific places to take a breath. In one hour and a half, we will arrive at the Bear`s Cave and will prepare for the last hour of hike. All the way, we will going to see different kind of plants and animals.
    When we arrive at the rock basement we will take another breath to continue to the summit. This is time for pictures and enjoy the solitude of the mountain.
    This hike could be at least 3 or more hours to the top. and two hours returning to the cable car station.
    When we return to the first station of the Cable Car, we would find our transportation ready to go home.
    Other things to consider
    - On Raining Season our goal will be the Bear`s Cave for safety of all the participants.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet at the entrance of the counter of Teleferico, at times depending on the day of the week.

End point

We will meet at the entrance of the counter of Teleferico, at times depending on the day of the week.

Pickup details

We will need you to send us your location pin or the name of the Hotel / Building you are staying at, to organize the pick up of all the participants.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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