2Days/1Nigh Climb Experience Cotopaxi summit 5897 m. 19,347 ft

Duration2 days

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LanguagesEnglish, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Climb Cotopaxi Summit (19,347 ft /5897 m.)

This tour is recommended for experienced or beginners climbers who have already acclimatized in Ecuador .Cotopaxi is the most beautiful volcano in the world, as well as one of the most active volcanoes in the world and the second highest volcano in Ecuador.

The climb to the summit of Cotopaxi is not highly technical, but it does require the use of crampons, ice axes and ropes. Departing from the refuge around midnight climbers begin the ascent of the volcano reaching at the top of Cotopaxi after sunrise at 6 am. Here, climbers can enjoy the breathtaking views of Cotopaxi's crater and on clear days, it is possible to see all of Quito. We recommend to you our Acclimatization Packages to ensure that you to enjoy your climbing experience!

What's included

Qualified and experienced Ecuadorian local Mountain Guide (ASEGUIM/UIAGM) ratio 2 climbers -1 guide)
Lunch
Accomodation at Cotopaxi Refuge
Registration in the System SIB (System Information of Biodiversity )
Dinner
Breakfast
All meals during the hikes and climbs (shown above)
Land transportation and transfers to Cotopaxi National Park
Technical mountain equipment (Mountaineering Boots, crampons, ice axe, harness, helmet)

Personal mountain gear (warm cloths, sleeping bags, sunglasses, head lamp, etc.)
Hotel in Quito
Tips for local team
Insurance of any kind Travel accident and health insurance
Luggage insurance and trip cancellation
Other non-specified expenses

What to expect

Day 1: Quito private transport to Cotopaxi Refuge Elevation: 4864 m./15,958 ft.

Quito
6h

We will leave Quito early in the morning around 11:30 a.m. and we will drive south along the Avenue of the Volcanoes until we reach the town of El Chaupi. This town is the location of Cotopaxi-Travel’s homebase, there we will prepare all the necessary equipment for the ascent. We will have lunch at Andes Alpes Restaurant, and then we will continue to the entrance of Cotopaxi National Park. From here, we will head east to the Cotopaxi parking lot (14,764ft/4864m) and then we’ll hike for about an hour to the José Ribas Refuge (15,951 ft. / 4862 m.). Then we will have dinner and rest until midnight. At this point we will pack our belongings and get ready to make our final ascent.

Day 2: Refugio - Cotopaxi Summit 5897 m./19,347 ft

Cotopaxi National Park
16h · Admission ticket included

Midnight will be our wake up time and the departure to the top (19,347ft/5897m) will be around 1am, after having a light breakfast and getting our stuff ready for the ascent. At the entrance of the glacier, your guide will explain all necesary tips needed for using crampons and ice axe if needed. The climb will take us about 6 to 8 hours and once at the summit we’ll take our time for pictures of the crater and surroundings, and then we’ll head back down the refuge, which will take us 2 to 3 hours. Once at the refuge we will pack our belongings, have something to eat and go down to the parking lot, where our transportation will be ready to take us back to Quito (9,186ft/2800m).

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

For the Cotopaxi volcano tour, it is essential to inform us in advance so that we can properly coordinate acclimatization and arrange the necessary technical equipment for the climb. Please contact us by email or send us a text message via WhatsApp at the following number.

End point

For the Cotopaxi volcano tour, it is essential to inform us in advance so that we can properly coordinate acclimatization and arrange the necessary technical equipment for the climb. Please contact us by email or send us a text message via WhatsApp at the following number.

Additional information

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.